Producer

Hearst•Milwaukee, WI

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Do you want to join a premier multimedia company? When you start a career with Hearst Television, not only will you work amongst passionate professionals who take pride in what they do, but you will be a part of a progressive culture where your talents will be valued. WISN-TV, the ABC affiliate in Milwaukee, WI has an opening for a strong, take-charge producer who knows how to create memorable newscasts. The right candidate will have a track record of being creative, aggressive, have the ability to make decisions and communicate the plan in a clear, concise manner. We expect excellent news judgment and a can-do attitude. Candidates must have a proven track record of winning the big story, breaking news and weather. Candidates must be fast and calm under pressure and able to play well in a room of same-minded pros.

Requirements

2 years producing experience
Creative presentation style, and ability to showcase all resources and elements
Excellent writing, spelling, grammar and copy-editing skills
Ability to multi-task and coordinate several crews and responsibilities simultaneously.
An ability to summarize information into easy-to-understand components
Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
Must be available to work holidays, shifts that include nights, weekends and overnights, and flexible with schedule to be available during breaking news
Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience.
Military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) with associated producing experience will be considered

Nice To Haves

Experience in a newsroom, the ability to remain calm under pressure and knowledge of ENPS are pluses

Responsibilities

Selecting, researching and writing content for live newscasts to make the newscast an “experience” for viewers
Working with and guiding reporters in story production
Communicating, coordinating and executing creative vision with team of anchors, reporters, meteorologists, photographers, editors, and production staff
In-person attendance is required