Local News Producer

Hearst•Salinas, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

KSBW 8 (NBC) / Central Coast ABC / Estrella TV Costa Central, part of Hearst Television, has an opening for a strong, take-charge Producer who knows how to create memorable newscasts. The right candidate will have a track record of being creative, aggressive, have the ability to make decisions and communicate the plan in a clear, concise manner. We expect excellent news judgment and a can-do attitude. Candidates must have a proven track record of winning the big story, breaking news, and weather. Candidates must be fast and calm under pressure and able to play well in a room of same-minded pros. This role reports to the News Director.

Requirements

2 years producing experience.
Creative presentation style.
Experience in a newsroom, the ability to remain calm under pressure and knowledge of ENPS are pluses.
Excellent writing, spelling, grammar, and copy-editing skills.
Ability to multi-task and coordinate several crews and responsibilities simultaneously.
An ability to summarize information into easy-to-understand components.
Creative presentation style, and ability to showcase all resources and elements.
Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards.
Must be available to work holidays, shifts that include nights, weekends, and overnights, and flexible with schedule to be available during breaking news.
Bilingual a Plus.
Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience.
Related military training and experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

Selecting, researching, and writing content for live newscasts to make the newscast an “experience” for viewers.
Working with and guiding reporters in story production.
Communicating, coordinating, and executing creative vision with team of anchors, reporters, meteorologists, photographers, editors, and production staff.
In-person attendance is required.