Newscast Producer

2 weeks ago

Arlington, United States Sinclair Broadcast Group Full time
Job Description

7 News (WJLA-TV), the ABC affiliate for the Washington, DC Market has an immediate opening for an energetic, creative, smart Newscast Producer. We are looking for someone who loves coming to work each day with great energy to create unpredictable, fast paced, breaking news driven newscasts. You must be a strong communicator who is good with people because you will work closely with Managers, Anchors, Reporters, Directors, and our Assignment Desk. Our Producers are editorial leaders and are required to pitch story ideas to create impactful "7 On Your Side" brand content.

Producers must understand the value of a digital first news strategy. You will work closely with our digital team, utilizing social media in newsgathering and engaging with our viewers during newscasts. Flexibility and on-the-spot problems solving abilities are a must. Journalism degree preferred. You should also be proficient with non-linear editing (i.e. Avid) and newsroom systems such as iNews.

Required Skills:
  • Solid news judgment
  • Must be calm and confident under pressure
  • Aggressive digital and social media skills
  • Be a compelling and accurate writer
  • Be able to multi-task and manage time in order to put together an exciting and informative newscast
  • Pay attention to detail
  • Must have strong leadership skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • The ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts
  • Flexibility and on-the-spot problems solving abilities are a must
  • Proficient with non-linear editing (i.e. Avid) and newsroom systems, such as iNews
Required Experience:
  • Must have at least 2 years of previous news producing experience at a commercial TV station
  • Journalism degree preferred
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace

About Sinclair

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.

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