Special Events Producer

This role, within the Creative Services department at WDIV, supports the planning and execution of station events while contributing to newsroom, digital, and social media operations. The position works cross-functionally to produce engaging content, assist with live and special coverage, and ensure accurate traffic and log management. Ideal candidates are highly organized, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven media environment with a mix of in-studio and field responsibilities.

Event producing

• Plan, produce, and execute station events and special projects, including logistics, timelines, crews, vendors, and talent.
• Coordinate with news, promotions, digital, engineering, and sales teams to ensure successful event execution.
• Manage event-day operations, including troubleshooting and real-time decision-making.
  
  

Associate producing/news support

• Assist producers with special coverage in newscasts and promotions.
• Support script writing, timing, and editorial coordination.
  
  

Traffic/logs (WideOrbit)

• Build, update, and reconcile logs in WideOrbit as assigned.
• Ensure all elements are entered accurately, changes are documented, and deadlines are met.
  
  

Digital writing

• Write and edit stories for ClickOnDetroit, including features such as the Local 4 Go Guide.
• Ensure content meets editorial standards for accuracy and clarity.
• Optimize content using basic search engine optimization (SEO) best practices (headlines, keywords, searchability).
  
  

Social media support

• Assist with publishing and promoting events and news content across platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, YouTube).
• Adapt content for platform-specific audiences and identify shareable angles.
• Monitor performance and apply insights to improve future content.
  
  

Skills Required

• Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to make real-time decisions.
• Familiarity with digital content optimization and social media best practices.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• 2 years of experience producing events, news, or digital content (local media experience preferred).
• Working knowledge of WideOrbit or ability to learn quickly.
• Experience with CMS platforms and digital publishing workflows.
• Social media experience for brands, news, or events.
• Availability to work nights and weekends as required by event schedules.
• Ability to work on-site and in the field, including lifting/carrying light production materials.
• Reliable transportation for event-related work.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic photo/video editing skills (CapCut experience a plus).
  
  

Location:

WDIV

550 W Lafayette Blvd

Detroit, MI 48226

Contact Details: Please submit your updated resume and application to:

Mat Mezer, Creative Services Director at MMezer@wdiv.com.

Click HERE to download and complete employment application.

Additional information

Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, investigative background check, employment/education verifications and reference checks.

No Phone Calls Please

WDIV is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In addition to complying with the requirements of federal law, WDIV will comply with applicable state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination.