Associate Producer

Local 10 • 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. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified candidates. Any offer of employment is conditioned on successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, investigative background check, employment/education verifications, and reference checks. A valid driver's license is required.

Requirements

• Knowledge of television news
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required
• 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 required
• News computer knowledge necessary
• A valid driver's license is required

Nice To Haves

• College degree in journalism or broadcasting preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee the complete preparation of newscast including writing stories and coordinating with: reporters, executive producers, assignment desk staff and production department.
• Coordinate the program in the control room.
• Use knowledge of current events to participate in editorial process and write scripts.

What This Job Offers

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