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WWMT/ARC West Michigan/wwmt.com has an immediate opening for a creative News Producer. In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day production of our newscasts. This person will also work closely with the Executive Producer, Director, Digital Content Producers and Anchors on the newscast and its content. In this position you will determine the content and flow of newscasts, work with management and on-air staff to generate and write stories and develop content for our web site and other platforms.
The ideal candidate will have:
Solid news judgment
Be a compelling and accurate writer
Be able to multitask and manage time in order to put together an exciting and informative newscast
Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment
Strong leadership and communication skills
The ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts
Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving abilities are a must
Proficient with non-linear editing (i.e. Avid) and newsroom systems, such as iNews
Experience:
Must have at least some previous news producing experience at a commercial TV station, although the right entry-level candidate may be considered
A Journalism degree is preferred
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries
Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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