Part Time Associate Producer

Sinclair Inc.; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Sinclair in Providence, RI is seeking a part-time writer/producer for a live, daily news-talk program. The ideal candidate has newsroom experience, can write quality broadcast copy under tight deadlines, and manage social media, research, and guest booking as needed. Experience with Avid editing is a plus; a 4-year journalism degree is required. Flexible schedule including overnights and holidays.

Join a fast-paced team delivering timely stories and engaging viewers across platforms.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced newsroom environment.
• Strong writing and news judgment under tight deadlines.
• Experience with Avid editing is a plus.
• Available to work all shifts including weekdays, evenings, overnights, weekends and some holidays.

Responsibilities

• Writing copy for newscasts.
• Editing video for newscasts.
• Posting stories online and to social media.
• Operating teleprompter during newscasts.
• Assisting Producers with finding stories.
• Assisting with other editorial duties as assigned.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Strong writing

News judgment

Live news experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism or Mass Communications

Tools

Avid editing

Job description

WJAR, Southern New England's News Leader and one of America's most-watched television stations, has a rare opportunity to help produce a live, daily news-talk program on television. This show is driven by a dynamic host covering current events and compelling topics and includes guests and interaction with our viewers. The ideal candidate will follow the news closely in Southern New England and nationally, be flexible and work quickly. This is a part-time position with the possibility for advancement. Previous experience in a newsroom and/or with a live program are required. Guest booking, research, editing, writing and social media management are some of the responsibilities in this position.

Responsibilities

• Writing copy for newscasts
• Editing video for newscasts
• Posting stories online and to social media
• Operating teleprompter during newscasts
• Assisting Producers with finding stories
• Assisting with other editorial duties as assigned

Required Skills and Experience

• The ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
• The ability to write quality broadcast news copy under tight deadlines
• You must have strong writing and news judgment skills
• Experience with Avid editing software a plus
• A 4-year degree in Journalism or Mass Communications
• Available to work all shifts including weekdays, evenings, overnight, weekends, and some holidays

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.