What are the responsibilities and job description for the News Producer position at Sinclair Broadcast Group?
WJAR, Southern New England's News Leader and one of America's most-watched television stations , has a rare opportunity for a producer of a live, daily news-talk program on television. “Gene Off Scriptâ€� is hosted by a dynamic anchor covering current events and compelling topics and includes guests and interaction with viewers. The ideal candidate will follow the news closely in Southern New England and nationally, be flexible and work quickly. Previous experience in a newsroom and with a live program are required.
Responsibilities:
- Working closely with show host and news managers
- Originating segment and interview ideas
- Booking guests and researching topics
- Editing video for the program
- Posting stories online and to social media
- Live production and timing in the control room Supervising an associate producer
Required Skills and Experience:
- The ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
- You must have strong writing and news judgment skills
- Experience with Avid and Adobe editing software a plus A 4-year degree in Journalism or Mass Communications
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 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. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.