News Producer (Primary) - Wfsb

Gray Media•Rocky Hill, CT

28d

About The Position

Would you like to work in beautiful Southern New England? WFSB in Connecticut provides the community with the dominant #1 rated local award-winning news, dedicated community service, and effective marketing solutions for area businesses. WFSB Channel 3 Eyewitness News is everywhere. We're Connecticut's #1 source for the latest weather, including Connecticut's only LIVE Doppler radar, breaking news, traffic, and all the info you need to make it through your day. Connecticut's #1 TV station is looking for a News Producer with a vision, a passion, and a plan. You'll spend your day crafting a newscast and collaborating with a newsroom team that's more like a family -- to make the on-air magic happen. Each day is a chance to flex your creativity muscles, show off your writing, and create a show from scratch. You'll thrive under pressure and jump into action when there's breaking news – yet stay calm, cool, and collected, steering the ship in the control room. If you're a big thinker with innovative ideas and live for an adrenaline rush, this opportunity is for you!

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent training and/or experience.
One to two years of producing or production support experience for a television, cable, or college station.
Ability to work a flexible work schedule and work as a member of a team.
Must possess an advanced understanding of newscast presentation.
Must possess excellent writing and graphics skills with the ability to provide an interesting and substantive product.
Must be results-oriented.
Ability to focus on coordination of daily and long-range segments from first contact to on-air products.
Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work in a creative, fast-paced environment.
Ability to make quick decisions without losing composure.
Must be able to manage multiple projects and assignments simultaneously.
10 % Travel Required (Approximate)

Nice To Haves

Experience using ENPS, internet production tools, and Edius is a plus.
Previous experience with script writing and editorial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Produce daily newscast
Conceptualize newscast rundown
Collaborate with EP, field crews, and assignment desk to determine content of newscast
Write scripts
Research stories
Pitch story ideas
Participate in editorial meetings
Preview material before air
Work with reporters and directors on innovative production elements
Create compelling graphics
Incorporate and coordinate breaking news
Work to constantly improve and evolve the look and execution of newscasts
Execute the show from the control room
Meet all show timing requirements