Part-Time Associate Producer, Daily Talk Show

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Sinclair Broadcast Group’s WJAR in Providence, RI is seeking a part-time journalist to help produce a live, daily news-talk program. Responsibilities include writing copy, editing video, posting to web and social media, operating a teleprompter, and assisting with story gathering.

Ideal candidate has newsroom experience, ability to work all shifts, and a 4-year journalism-related degree. Prior experience with live programs is preferred; EEO statement follows.

Qualifications

• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to write quality broadcast news copy under tight deadlines.
• Strong writing and news judgment skills.
• Experience with Avid editing software is a plus.

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

News writing

Deadline-driven

Strong news judgment

Fast-paced environment

Social media management

Research

Education

Bachelors in Journalism or Mass Communications

Tools

Avid Editing

Job description

Sinclair Broadcast Group’s WJAR in Providence, RI is seeking a part-time journalist to help produce a live, daily news-talk program. Responsibilities include writing copy, editing video, posting to web and social media, operating a teleprompter, and assisting with story gathering.

Ideal candidate has newsroom experience, ability to work all shifts, and a 4-year journalism-related degree. Prior experience with live programs is preferred; EEO statement follows.