Newscast Producer-Automator
About The Position
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news. WCSH TV, the TEGNA-owned powerhouse NBC station in Portland, Maine, is seeking an innovative, tech-minded Broadcast Producer to shape our daily newscasts. You’ll build & execute shows that engage, educate and inform our audiences. We value a collaborative, motivated multi-skilled journalist who works well within a team to bring the truth to our growing audiences across platforms, starting with our streaming and broadcast services.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a related field preferred.
- 1-3 years of news content experience, ideally with experience in show production.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple aspects of newscast production under tight deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills for coordinating within the newsroom and adapting plans in high-pressure, live situations.
- Ability to maintain composure and adaptability during breaking news and high-stakes events.
- Proficiency in news production tools, with a willingness to learn new systems for production coding and show direction.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of vMix, Edius, CUEZ, or similar production platforms is beneficial but not required.
Responsibilities
- Build rundowns with compelling stories, while dialing in your show’s look and feel.
- Collaborate with newsroom leadership, and other producers to ensure editorial consistency and technical quality.
- Lead continuous, live coverage of breaking news and community events.
- Innovate in show design and storytelling, trying new approaches with guidance from supervisors.
- Apply data analytics to shape content and boost engagement.
- Commit to inclusive storytelling by amplifying underrepresented voices in the community.
Benefits
- Two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
- Access to dental and eye care coverage
- Fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance
- Disability and life insurance
- 401(k) program with company match
- Nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc
- 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Nine paid holidays per year
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
