Full Time Job
News Producer
KOLD
- Paid
- Full Time
- Entry (0-2 years) Experience
Job Description
NEWS PRODUCER (PRIMARY) - KOLDAbout KOLD:
KOLD News 13 is Tucson's most watched television station. We are the largest television newsroom serving Tucson and southern Arizona by providing Live, Local, Late-Breaking news coverage 24/7. The spirit of innovation is key to our growth as a market leader in news.
The news department also produces various newscasts for the TEGNA Fox affiliate KMSB through an SSA agreement.
The Tucson metro area is one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas with over one million residents. Our 340+ days of sunshine makes it an ideal destination for outdoor activities.
Job Summary/Description:
KOLD-TV in Tucson, Arizona, seeks an experienced news producer to join our award-winning news team. Successful candidate will work closely with news managers, reporters, photographers and anchors to create high-quality, dynamic broadcasts.
The primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
-Responsible for the content and overall production of local newscasts
-Oversee all details of the broadcast while working closely with all members of the news team
-Stack the rundown and manage the broadcast from the control room
-Contribute story ideas for the newscast
-Produce news content for all station platforms - broadcast, digital, mobile
-Respond quickly and aggressively to breaking news and getting information on the air
-Copy-edit reporter scripts and all newscast copy
-Edit video for newscast and other platforms
-Must work a flexible schedule when needed to cover other shifts and breaking news
-Work as a team member under tight deadlines
Qualifications/Requirements:
-At least 1-2 years of producing experience
-BS/BA in Journalism/Communications or equivalent background
-Flexibility in scheduling and/or assigned work shifts
-Must be willing to work in Tucson, Arizona
-Willingness to work overtime and on weekends with short notice (if applicable)
-Must be able to provide a reel/portfolio of work examples
-Must have unrestricted work authorization in the United States
-Team player attitude a must
-Basic understanding of Windows-based electronics and ability to learn ENPS, Edius, Arc, and new systems as implemented
-Ability to interact with all levels of station and corporate management
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d55mez-18-208-172-3-42 in your application.
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Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional service in each market we serve. Gray owns and/or operates television stations and leading digital properties in 93 television markets including the first or second highest rated television station in 85 markets. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and better.