AM Associate Producer, News

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. • Lexington, KY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

WDKY-FOX 56 News in Lexington, Kentucky, is looking for an Associate Producer for our five-hour morning newscast who enjoys being part of a team that is focused on our viewers. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to get inside a newsroom that supports learning and growth.

Requirements

• Studying Communications, TV/film or equivalent experience may substitute
• Understand brand building directives
• Interact well with video journalists, anchors, videographers, news managers, production, digital and engineering staff
• Detail oriented
• Excellent verbal, written, grammar and analytical skills
• Ability to develop strong news judgment
• Possess journalistic integrity and understanding of viewer needs and expectations
• Knowledge of media production, communication and dissemination techniques and methods, including alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media
• Ability to meet quality standards for service & evaluate customer satisfaction

Responsibilities

• Helps in writing and video editing of broadcast content
• Contributes to the editorial process and make solid decisions in breaking news situations
• Execute strategies that engage and grow audiences across all devices that appeal to target audiences
• Research production topics using the internet, video archives and other information sources
• Fill-in for Newscast Producers when needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees