WTHI
Allen Media Broadcasting
DESCRIPTION
WTHI-TV is seeking a News Producer/Assignment Manager to join our award-winning team. We’re a smaller market station, but we take news seriously. We’re a dominant #1 station with great resources and a long tradition of success.
NOTE: This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Includes the following (other duties may be assigned):
- Produce Newscast
- Copy edit stories written by others
- Develop and maintain contacts and news sources throughout viewing area
- Non-linear editing of VO’s and VOSOT’s
- Write, edit and post compelling content for website and on air
- Help determine coverage needs
- Maintain file of planned news events
- Verify news stories through research
- Make beat calls and develop news contacts and sources
- Monitor police/fire scanners and email tips
- Update newsroom staff
- Coordinate support for crews in the field
- Coordinate sharing of video with network, outside news services and “sister” stations
- Assist in supervision of newsroom operations when needed
JOB EXPERIENCE
- Previous experience in journalism/communications (preferred)
REQUIREMENTS
Job Requirements:
- College degree in journalism or related field
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment under pressure of strict deadlines
- Strong Writing skills
- Strong news judgment and leadership skills
- Previous experience in journalism/communications (preferred)
- Background Check
Special Skills (Preferred):
- Non-linear editing
- ENPS
- Web Publishing Skills
ADDITIONAL INFO
EOE/MINORITIES/FEMALES/VETERANS/DISABLED
About Allen Media Broadcasting:
Allen Media Broadcasting offers strong benefits including health, vision, dental and life insurance for all full-time employees.
A 401(k) contribution plan for all employees.
HOW TO APPLY
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