What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-time News Producer position at Nexstar Media Group?
WANE 15, the news and weather leader in Fort Wayne, is currently accepting applications for a Part-time News Producer. This position requires weekend morning shifts. They will serve as the fill-in producer or production assistant for vacancies/vacations and voids. Must possess writing and editing abilities or be open to learn.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Produces news reports for all platforms.
Ensures that all news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
Writes news stories in a clear and concise manner, helps with timing of a newscast
Assists in writing, copy editing, researching, and coordinating programming and other content.
Responds to breaking and other urgent newsroom situations as required.
Operate studio and remote cameras during live broadcasts.
Set up cameras and related equipment.
Operate ROSS Xpression for live broadcasts.
Requirements & Skills:
High school diploma is required. A Bachelor's degree in Journalism, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience is a plus.
Fluency in English
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Ability to write story from beginning to end.
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Flexibility to work any shift.
Must pass a background screening to hire
ALL applicants must apply on-line at:
https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar
. Please upload resume.
NOTE: This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
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