NEWS PRODUCER - WBRC

About Gray Television:

Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional service in each market we serve. Gray owns and/or operates television stations and leading digital properties in 93 television markets including the first or second highest rated television station in 85 markets. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and better.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About WBRC:

WBRC is the number one station in Central Alabama. We produce award-winning news. We also have a dominant digital presence, using WBRC.com, the WBRC News app, the WBRC Weather app, Magic City Weekend and social media platforms to connect to a worldwide audience.

WBRC- Birmingham, AL  -https://vimeo.com/342150153

Job Summary/Description:

WBRC Fox6 News is looking for a dynamic producer to join its award-winning news team. Successful candidates must utilize strong editorial, journalistic and communication skills. Our producers have multiple live capabilities to put together an informative, fast-paced newscast.

Your responsibilities will include (but not be limited to) the following:

- Use editorial judgment to help determine content of the newscasts 
- Work with reporters and news managers to create unique, fast-paced newscasts 
- Use social media to determine content of newscasts and highlight big social stories 
- Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance newscasts and stories. 
- Write for the web and post daily on all digital platforms including social media and attaching images and streaming video 
- Interview news subjects and research for facts and credibility 
- Perform other tasks as required by supervisor or executive producer 
- Deliver unscripted breaking news coverage and special event coverage to the community at large 
- Collaborate with reporters and management in the development of broadcast content such as newscasts, promotions, and teases 
- Receive assignments and evaluate leads and tips in order to develop story ideas 
- Develop and organize newscasts 
- Make time-sensitive decisions 
- Write clearly for multiple platforms on tight deadlines 
- Demonstrate creativity and strong editorial judgment 
- Follow journalistic and libel laws 
- Edit video for broadcasts and the web

Qualifications/Requirements:

The successful applicant's background must include a minimum of one year of experience in a newsroom. He/she must be a self-starter with a passion for news. He/she must be willing to work weekend, holidays and overnights. This position requires all three.

◘ If you feel you’re qualified, want to work with a great group of people, please apply online at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings search for station call letters and attach your resume 

Additional Info:

Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.