Content Producer

Sinclair Inc

Lynchburg, VA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$16.82–$18.75 Per Hour
SKILLS
Broadcast Journalism, Broadcasting, Communication Skills, Content Development, Content Management, Editing, Entertainment and Media, Journalism, Leadership, Local News, Multitasking, Newsroom, Order Management, Podcasting, Problem Solving Skills, Sports, Television Broadcasting, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Lynchburg, VA
POSTED
2 days ago

WSET ABC 13 has an immediate opening for a creative News Producer! In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day production of our newscasts. This position will also work closely with the Executive Producer, Director, News Managers, and Anchors on the newscast and its content. In this position you will determine the content and flow of newscasts, work with management and on-air staff to generate and write stories and develop content for our web site.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Solid news judgment
  • Compelling and accurate writer
  • Ability to multitask and manage time in order to put together an exciting and informative newscast
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • The ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts
  • Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving abilities are a must
  • Proficient with non-linear editing (i.e. Avid) and newsroom systems, such as iNews
  • The ability to work mornings, nights, overnights, and weekends. Shift to be determined.

Experience:

  • Must have at least some previous news producing experience at a commercial or college TV station, although the right entry-level candidate may be considered
  • A journalism degree is preferred

The base hourly compensation range for this role is $16.82 to $18.75 per hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates' relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, sick leave, vacation time, personal time, parental leave and employee stock

purchase plan.

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant''s or employee''s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair''s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.

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