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News Producer

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News Producer

• Emerging Level

Summary

ABC 57 and The CW 25 is looking for a News Producer to tell the stories about our area that we all want to hear. Develop and organize newscasts on deadline; responsible for writing, story development, and newscast design.

Category Live Event / On Location Services  Producers  Writers 
Location Indiana
Time Period Full Time
Posted Date Jul 13, 2023
Start Date N/A
End Date N/A

Job Description

ABC 57 and The CW 25 is looking for a News Producer to tell the stories about our area that we all want to hear. This isn't just about getting “it”; this is about being part of it. This job isn't a show-stacking job. It's a job that requires a candidate who can manage the market's most dedicated reporters and most live capabilities. 

Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Develop and organize newscasts on deadline; responsible for writing, story development, and newscast design.
  • Responsible for being a key communicator in the newsroom – talking with each person that will participate or provide content for that newscast.
  • Understand newscast mission, station priorities and be familiar with all the platforms.
  • Respond to breaking news with urgency and accuracy.
  • Write clearly and informatively for multiple platforms.
  • Knowledge and demonstration of creativity, editorial judgment, journalistic ethics and libel laws.
  • Responsible for oversight of live broadcast and up to the minute editorial decisions.
  • Work with Multimedia Journalists and Reporters to improve story and presentation.
  • Other duties, as assigned.
Requirements:
  • Must be able to build a compelling newscast using the market's most sophisticated technology.
  • Previous experience with broadcast technology a plus.
  • Strong writing, keen editorial judgment and the ability to handle breaking news are a requirement.
  • Must be able and willing to work different shifts and be flexible with schedule changes.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively and work independently.

Job Type Full Time 
Weekly Limit N/A
Shift Day, Evening
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