Newscast Producer

Simclair Inc; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair, Inc. in Portland, OR, is seeking a Newscast Producer to manage the day-to-day production of our newscasts. You will determine content and flow, work with the Executive Producer, Director, Assignment Desk and Anchors, and develop web content.

You will write stories, collaborate on content strategies, and ensure timely delivery in a fast-paced newsroom environment. Strong leadership and a solid writing background are essential.

Qualifications

• Solid news judgment.
• Compelling and accurate writer.
• Able to multitask and manage time to assemble an exciting and informative newscast.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts.
• Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving abilities.
• Proficient with non-linear editing and newsroom systems such as iNews.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the day-to-day production of our newscasts.
• Work closely with the Executive Producer, Director, Assignment Desk and Anchors on the newscast and its content.
• Determine content and flow of newscasts, write stories and develop content for our web site.

Skills

News judgment

Writer

Multitasking

Deadline-driven

Leadership

News strategies

Problem solving

Avid editing

iNews

Education

Journalism degree (preferred)

Tools

Avid Editor

iNews

Job description

KATU/KUNP has an immediate opening for a creative Newscast Producer! In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day production of our newscasts. This position will also work closely with the Executive Producer, Director, Assignment Desk and Anchors on the newscast and its content. In this position you will determine the content and flow of newscasts, work with management and on-air staff to generate and write stories and develop content for our web site.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Solid news judgment
• Be a compelling and accurate writer
• Be able to multitask and manage time in order to put together an exciting and informative newscast
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• The ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts
• Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving abilities are a must
• Proficient with non-linear editing (i.e. Avid) and newsroom systems, such as iNews

Experience:

• Must have at least some previous news producing experience at a commercial TV station, although the right entry-level candidate may be considered
• A Journalism degree is preferred

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Us

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.

About The Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed.