News Producer

Position Summary:

The News Producer is responsible for managing an entire newscast, from gathering all elements (packages, VO’s, sound bites, copy stories, graphics) created throughout the day, to construct a newscast that will enlighten and engage our viewing audience. Additionally, the Producer is responsible for directing the production and technical crew in the control room to ensure that the newscast is executed cleanly on air. 
 
 Responsibilities:

• Provide creativity, leadership and vision for designated newscast.
• Oversee all news stories for accuracy, fairness, and grammar.
• Create rundown that provides smooth composition and flow to the program.
• Write and edit copy and make sure the most impactful video is use for editing.
• Maintain ongoing communication with field crews to assess story angle, changes and progression. 
• Supervise control room staff and ensure all elements are executed cleanly on air. 
• Oversee news meetings where the days’ stories and assignments are reviewed.
• Source, hire, train, develop and manage performance of News staff assigned to newscast.

Requirements:

• Demonstrated, solid news judgement; strong working knowledge of news; familiarity with Los Angeles market helpful. 
• Excellent writing, editorial and producing skills. 
• Ability to create compelling news stories with strong visual elements and consistent story flow.
• Ability to lead and supervise crew in the production process.
• Excellent organizational and attention to detail; self-motivated with a desire and eye for continuous improvement and a passion to win.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a high pressure fast paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills; fully bilingual in English/Spanish required.
• Communications or Journalism degree or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 5 years’ prior work experience in Spanish language TV or digital productions.
• Ability to work day or late night shifts and holidays.

 Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be willing to work in Burbank, CA.
• Must be willing to work long hours, holidays, overnight and weekends on short notice.
• Must be willing to undergo a pre-employment background investigation
• Must have legal authorization to work in the United States
• Must possess valid CA DMV license and a good driving record.
• Must be 18 years or older