Associate Producer

WPLG Inc • Pembroke Park, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Producer will oversee the complete preparation of newscasts, including writing stories and coordinating with reporters, executive producers, assignment desk staff, and the production department. The producer will also coordinate the program in the control room. This role requires the ability to use knowledge of current events to participate in the editorial process and write scripts.

Requirements

• Knowledge of current events
• Knowledge of television news
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays
• Ability to work in a fast-paced high-energy environment with daily deadlines and changing priorities
• 3-5 years’ experience as a writer or producer in a commercial news operation
• News computer knowledge necessary
• A valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

• College degree in journalism or broadcasting

Responsibilities

• Oversee the complete preparation of newscasts
• Write stories
• Coordinate with reporters, executive producers, assignment desk staff, and the production department
• Coordinate the program in the control room
• Participate in the editorial process
• Write scripts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree