Supervising Producer

Nexstar Media Group Inc. • Chicago, IL

54d • $80,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

WGN-TV is searching for a creative, informed and innovative producer for the WGN Morning News. The right candidate may also serve as an Associate Producer three days during the week.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, or a related field
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Desktop editing skills preferred
• Minimum two years' experience in news operations
• Leadership ability, positive attitude and creativity a must

Responsibilities

• Produce strong newscasts in a growing time period
• Work closely with other producers, web team, field crews and Assignment Desk to maximize daily resources and appropriately reflect the news of the day
• Write captivating news teases and news stories, review writers' scripts
• Work as an Associate Producer during the week, serving in a variety of roles as needed: booking for the weekend or weekday morning shows, field producing, or fill-in line producing
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Benefits

• medical (with multiple plan options)
• dental
• vision insurance
• paid time off
• a 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Paid Parental leave
• life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Broadcasting and Content Providers
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees