Television News Producer

Fort Myers Broadcasting Co • Fort Myers, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

WINK News-Southwest Florida’s news leader has an immediate opening for an experienced news producer. We are looking for a talented producer who can take our newscast to the next level. Must have solid writing skills, sound news judgment and strong organizational abilities. Must also be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, meet deadlines and work well with others in a fast-paced newsroom.

Requirements

• At least two years of producer experience in a television newsroom.
• Passion for the job with strong news judgment.
• A local news junkie mentality: knowing news of the day; having the vision and ability to advance the big story.
• Above all, you love to write … a word smith, grammar guru, courageous and creative storyteller.
• Strong collaboration and time-management skills, attention to detail, comfortable with taking direction from supervisors and colleagues and the ability to quickly pivot when needed.
• Flexibility to work any shift.
• Proficiency in English.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Take our newscast to the next level.
• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Meet deadlines.
• Work well with others in a fast-paced newsroom.
• Advance the big story.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, and HSA
• Life insurance
• EAP
• Short-term disability
• PTO – Earned on Accrual Basis
• Company-Paid Holidays
• 401(k)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree