KQTV is looking for a creative, innovative overnight producer to join our news team. The right candidate will be able to consistently identify strong local, relevant content.
You must be able to work in a deadline driven environment, edit video for multiple platforms and be responsible for the oversight of daily live broadcasts. Strong writing, organizational and people skills are vital. You should have a desire to produce compelling television using sound, video, graphics and live elements, and a passion for news.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILTIES:
- Exercise strong professional news judgement
- Develop and organize newscasts
- Supervise preparation and execution of live television newscasts
- Responsible for writing, story development and showcasing
- Enhance content of the rundown with graphics, video, research, and station branding
- Must possess strong writing skills: knowledgeable in broadcast and AP writing styles. Stories must be accurate, fair and balanced.
- Ability to react to breaking news quickly and accurately.
- Pitch original story ideas and participate in editorial meetings
- Produce content for digital media platforms
- Videography and non-linear editing experience
- Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment
- Work effectively under multiple deadlines
- Perform other duties as assigned
Please email resume, cover letter and link to reel to:
Andy House
KQTV | News Director
ahouse@kq2.com