Producer, Broadcast/Streaming, KMGH

Scripps • Denver, CO

13d • $32 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

Denver7 is searching for a producer with an eye for dynamic content and a passion for the streaming space. This producer will be responsible for creating both over-the-air broadcast news content as well as breaking news and longform content for Denver7+, which is visible across more than a dozen streaming and FAST services. This member of the station’s streaming team should be ambitious about updating our 24/7 realtime news channel and pursuing special projects to maximize viewership on a streaming platform that has led the way in the Denver market and across The E.W. Scripps Company.

Requirements

• BS/BA in journalism, communications or related discipline preferred, or equivalent years of experience
• Generally, 2+ years of experience in a related field preferred
• Strong knowledge of local news as an avid consumer who knows daily events, trends and happenings in Denver
• Strong vision and ability to advance stories
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Passion for writing with attention to detail including word choice, grammar and spelling
• High level of organization in a deadline-driven environment
• Adaptability in a fast-paced newsroom setting
• Strong self-motivation
• Working knowledge of journalistic ethics, libel laws and strong editorial judgment
• Ability to use web analytics to inform content decisions
• Proficiency with newsroom computer systems and MS Office

Responsibilities

• Write scripts and edit video content to manage and update the 24/7 live-streaming news channel on Denver7+
• Responsible for both line producing and segment producing in building newscasts for both streaming and broadcast
• Collaborate with reporters, anchors, news managers and assignment editors to determine content needs
• Enhance content with graphics, video, research and station branding
• Execute time-sensitive decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Oversee live broadcasts and make up-to-the-minute editorial decisions
• Perform desktop editing to create polished segments
• Post content to station's websites
• Work flexible hours as needed, including holidays, weekends and evenings

Benefits

• A career path to grow your professional experiences
• Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, pet discount program, and employee assistance program.
• More details about timing and conditions of benefits eligibility and other plan terms and conditions will be provided upon hire.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees