News Producer

FoxOakland, CA
326d$87,500 - $108,000

About The Position

Join the dynamic team at KTVU FOX 2 and Fox Local, the Bay Area's leading source for news and information! We're on the lookout for passionate individuals who value journalism and aspire to contribute to our top-tier reporting, both on-screen and behind the scenes, across broadcast and streaming platforms. We are searching for a curious, creative and competitive News Producer with a vision for the digital future. In addition to producing television newscasts, this position may also be responsible for conceptualizing, leading, and coordinating programs or specials on our streaming platforms. As part of our total compensation benefits package, we offer comprehensive medical plans, three weeks' vacation, 401k, tuition reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program, to name a few.

Requirements

  • High school diploma is required; 4-year College degree is preferred.
  • Experience with fast-paced television productions.
  • Expertise with livestream technology and software is considered a plus.
  • Ignite, iNews, AutoCue experience or other newscast automation is required.
  • A strong technical understanding of new technology is also required.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills are required.

Responsibilities

  • Select timely and engaging content, assemble stories in a logical and organized fashion, book guests, and build graphics and other visuals to create relevant, contemporary and competitive broadcasts and digital productions.
  • Write and edit news copy clearly, for broadcast, streaming and other digital platforms.
  • Present finished stories in a professional and engaging manner for viewers/readers to be able to comprehend the latest local, national and international news.
  • Think creatively and critically about both content and production techniques.
  • Contribute ideas daily and recognize what types of stories or shows would make for interesting and compelling television and online content.
  • Prioritize breaking news and adapt to a fast-paced, quickly changing, live production environment in a professional manner.
  • Establish and maintain harmonious relationships with peers and supervisors and develop contacts to aid in newsgathering.
  • Demonstrate a thorough understanding of all journalistic standards and production techniques used to create visual and compelling on-air and online content.
  • Be enterprising and self-motivated and able to work independently to develop newscasts, live event coverage or other assignments.
  • Produce or contribute to news specials, streaming episodes or sports programming.
  • Other duties assigned as deemed appropriate and necessary.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical plans
  • Three weeks' vacation
  • 401k
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Medical/dental/vision insurance
  • Paid time off
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