Wls, Producer

Job Description

10PM NEWSCAST PRODUCER
ABC 7, Chicago's #1 news, is seeking a creative, hands-on newscast producer to take the reins of the top-rated 10 pm M-F newscast. Are you an excellent writer who lives for breaking news? Do you know how to grow an audience with new and innovative ideas? Do you have a passion for compelling content and impactful storytelling? If so, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities:
• Champion the newscast
• Take a lead role in editorial meetings
• Work hand-in-hand with the management team on story selection
• Actively participate in editorial planning and pitch stories daily
• Stay organized while managing time, people, and resources
• Foster teamwork and collaboration through strong communication skills
• React quickly to breaking news and severe weather
• Thrive on deadline pressure
• Command a control booth
• Write stories that are factual and compelling, always keeping the audience in mind
• Create visually stimulating content that will resonate with audiences across multiple platforms
• Incorporate digital elements into newscasts in a meaningful way

Minimum Qualifications:
• Minimum of 3 years of local TV newscast producing experience
• Must understand basic journalism legal principles
• Must be able to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Must have general knowledge of Social Media, including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and Snapchat

Preferred Qualifications:
• College degree in journalism or related field preferred
• Experience with Dalet preferred; desktop editing knowledge a plus

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About ABC Owned TV Stations:

This position is with WLS Television, Inc., which is part of a business we call ABC Owned TV Stations.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rjnv8w-3-145-23-123-42 in your application.