News Producer - Wala

Gray Media•Mobile, AL

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About The Position

WALA FOX10 is the most-watched local media organization in the Mobile/Pensacola market (DMA #57), producing the most hours of live news, weather, and original programming for the market's Gulf Coast. The main studio is located in Mobile, Alabama (the founding home of Mardi Gras). WALA is the oldest existing television station in the state. FOX10 takes pride in its winning culture and its renowned and historic commitment to the community. The Mobile/Pensacola market is a unique region blending southern charm, a warm climate, and white sand beaches. WALA Fox 10News is looking for a dynamic producer to join its award-winning news team. The successful candidate must have a great attitude and a desire to create memorable newscasts. You should value accuracy, be a strong writer, and a good communicator. You will search ENPS and multiple other sources for stories, including Fox & CNN. You must maintain strong working relationships with anchors, reporters, and other producers. The position requires you to have a flexible schedule and fill in on other shows as needed, including some holidays.

Requirements

A candidate should have a college degree in journalism or a related field.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working in a newsroom is a plus.
Knowledge of the ENPS newsroom system is a plus.

Responsibilities

Use editorial judgment to help determine the content of the newscasts.
Work with reporters and news managers to create unique, fast-paced newscasts.
Use social media to determine the content of newscasts and highlight big social stories.
Use creative production techniques such as graphics and other forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance newscasts and stories.
Research for facts and credibility.
Perform other tasks as required by supervisor or executive producer.
Deliver unscripted breaking news coverage and special event coverage to the community at large.
Collaborate with reporters and management in the development of broadcast content such as newscasts, promotions, and teases.
Evaluate leads and tips in order to develop story ideas.
Develop and organize newscasts.
Make time-sensitive decisions.
Write clearly for multiple platforms on tight deadlines.
Demonstrate creativity and strong editorial judgment.
Follow journalistic and libel laws.