Job Summary / Description :
Our ideal candidate is a leader; someone who has great news sense, intelligence, and energy, plus a creative vision for what it takes to produce a solid newscast.
The producer creates the newscast rundown, writes stories, builds graphics, coordinates with field crews, and communicates with all involved.
This position provides editorial and production direction regarding content, coordination, and newscast execution. Excellent written and oral communication skills are a must.
Solid news judgment and the ability to multi-task are essential. You should be calm under pressure. This position places heavy emphasis on the web, mobile, and social media.
The ideal candidate would be social media and tech-savvy. You must be a team player with a great attitude and be available to work various schedules.
Duties / Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) :
Must possess excellent communication and organizational abilities, including working with newsroom management to ensure story accuracy and presentation
Responsible for creating a unique approach to all digital elements for the newscast, including Facebook, X, OTT, website, etc.
Must be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
Make regular beat checks
Work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
Performs other incidental and related duties as assigned and attention to detail is required
Become proficient in adding breaking news and other stories to and social media pages plus sending out breaking news alerts
Strong verbal and written communication skills including excellent news writing and visual story-telling ability
Ability to make ethical journalism decisions
Familiarity with digital video cameras, non-linear editing, and social media platforms
Ability to lift - lbs. of gear
Qualifications / Requirements :
Ability to develop content through social media and independent sources
Ability to interpret information to establish facts and determine truth
Basic understanding of Windows-based electronics and the ability to learn ENPS as well as new systems as they are implemented
Experience with news photojournalism and non-linear editing
Act as a team player while displaying an ability to handle a variety of tasks, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, stressful environment
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now" , upload your resume, cover letter, and references
Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal )
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