What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr Producer position at Weather Group Television LLC?
As The Weather Channel television network, we have heightened focus on innovation, first-class storm coverage and hyper-localized weather information. For more than 40 years, The Weather Channel television network has inspired viewers to explore, investigate and appreciate the experience of weather in all its forms.
We are one of the most widely distributed television networks and the leader in severe weather coverage, providing comprehensive expertise delivered by trusted meteorologists.
Our mission is to protect and save lives and property. We seek to add members to our team who have a shared commitment to elevating the national conversation about the weather.
Position Summary
The Senior Producer will manage a portion of the Programming team to create engaging, topical content for live programming. Experience with multiple content distribution platforms (Cable TV, OTT, YouTube) is preferred. The person in this role must be a strong writer, flexible in breaking news situations, and able to command a live TV control room. Creative risk-taking, curiosity about the weather, and adaptability are all a plus.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Rundown creation and management with ENPS software
Ability to segment and/or line produce and manage those roles within a team
Capable researcher for weather and climate data
Producing, writing, and overseeing live and taped segments from concept to completion
Coordination with assignment desk and field crews to ensure the most accurate, engaging content makes it to air during weather events
Education, Experience, Certification Requirements
- 10 years experience preferred
- Bachelor's degree in communication, or equivalent knowledge
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Able to build and maintain strong professional relationships with on-air talent, editors and production team
Strong interpersonal skills that enable candidate to deal effectively with broad spectrum of personalities, styles and dispositions
Ability to work extremely well in collaborative environment
Strong strategic mind-set
Ability to work well under deadline pressure in a fast-paced, high pressure environment without sacrificing accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to coordinate logistics across newsroom teams & production departments
Excellent Written/Verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to think strategically and respond to changes in priorities and demands of the business environment
Allen Media Group is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these characteristics. We are dedicated to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination.