Roanoke,VA
Graham Media Group
DESCRIPTION
Can you make your newscast stand out, be creative, and original? WSLS-TV, the Graham Media Group/NBC affiliate in Roanoke, Virginia, is looking for an experienced television producer. We are looking for someone who is aggressive with breaking news, weather coverage, and showcasing our original, enterprise content.
JOB EXPERIENCE
The successful candidate will oversee all major components of their assigned newscasts, including writing stories and coordinating with reporters, executive producers, assignment desk staff and the production department. The successful candidate will also have extensive control room experience and can handle breaking news and spot news coverage for hours at a time. He/she must be an active participant in our editorial process, by pitching stories, and understanding the use of social media and digital platforms to showcase content on television. He/she must also be a newscast “doctor,” using our graphics system to showcase stories, and write accurate engaging scripts for our staff of seasoned anchors.
REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications:
- Extensive knowledge of television news
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
- Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment calmly and manage deadline pressures
- 1-2 years experience as a producer in a television news operation preferred
- College degree in journalism or broadcasting preferred
Location: WSLS – TV
821 5th Street NE
Roanoke, Virginia 24016
To apply: Please submit your updated Resume, reel, and cover letter to:
Scott Flannigan, News Director
[email protected]
No Phone Calls Please
WSLS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In addition to complying with the requirements of federal law, WSLS will comply with applicable state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination.
Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment alcohol and drug screening, investigative background check, employment/education verifications and reference checks.
You must hold a valid driver’s license and be insurable under Virginia law.
ADDITIONAL INFO
HOW TO APPLY
Scott Flannigan ([email protected])