Special Projects Producer

Sinclair Broadcast Group•Arlington, VA

3d•$38 - $47•Onsite

About The Position

ABC 7/WJLA-TV in Washington, DC is looking for a Special Projects Producer. This role is for a versatile individual who can handle a variety of newsroom projects, including election planning, I-Team specials, and other emerging needs. The ideal candidate has a passion for writing, producing, research, graphics, and overall content creation from start to finish.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years experience in line and/or field production
Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills
Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field
Experienced journalist able to produce compelling, impactful content for broadcast, digital and social platforms.
Political junkie, deeply engaged in issues and versed in interviewing/profiling candidates and communicating with campaigns at all levels of government.
Comfortable producing longform specials, Town Halls, and similar productions on deadline.
Strong communication skills, positive attitude.
Capable problem-solver.
Collaborative content creator who enjoys being part of a team.
Clear and thorough understanding of copyright, libel and defamation law as they relate to our industry.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with SAGA/MIMIR, Premiere, Xpression, Tagboard a plus.

Responsibilities

Produce compelling, impactful content for broadcast, digital, and social platforms.
Engage deeply with political issues, interview candidates, and communicate with campaigns at all government levels.
Produce longform specials, Town Halls, and similar productions on deadline.
Collaborate with the team to create content.
Ensure clear and thorough understanding of copyright, libel, and defamation law as they relate to the industry.
Work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed due to the 24-7 nature of news.