Producer-News & Lifestyle

2060 Digital•Duluth, MN

About The Position

Construct and plan a daily lifestyle broadcast and newscast with appropriate organization, writing, story selection, and creative decisions. Plan for contingencies and breaking news. Communicate and collaborate frequently with other producers, reporters, anchors, photographers, management, creative services and production staff. Write clear, accurate and interesting stories. Ensure relevant visuals, while breaking down complicated stories. Responds well to breaking news, severe weather or other factors using clear communication for unexpected changes. Creates engaging content by sourcing guests and topics, pre-interviewing, and producing elements for broadcast. Ability to plan ahead for future segments, working with various departments like Sales. Comfortable in a television control room. Familiarity with ENPS is a plus. Writes and posts stories to the website and other media platforms, frequently updating stories online. Attends editorial, strategic and planning meetings. Contributes story ideas on a daily basis. Is knowledgeable of local, national and world events with a good handle on what is going on in the community. Assist with shooting and editing video as needed May travel but only on a very limited basis and in special circumstances. Works schedule established by manager. Fills in for others and other positions as needed. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Some experience producing a local television newscast preferred.
Excellent organization and writing skills including grammar and spelling.
Must be able to add and subtract time.
Ability to work effectively under pressure, prioritize, organize and meet tight deadlines.
A four-year degree in journalism, communications or a high school diploma with equivalent job experience preferred.