Job Description
ROLE: Daily production of a quality news product as defined by the FOX 5/KUSI brands. Accuracy, excellence in production techniques, writing, story treatment, relevance to the viewing audience, and ability to generate ratings.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Stack and booth assigned newscast and shape overall coverage
• Write news stories, teases and headlines
• Collaborate with team of anchors, reporters, writers and editors to ensure production of accurate, updated and engaging news content
• Attend editorial meetings and pitch/vet story ideas
• Stay informed on current affairs
• Assist reporters with logistics and proofreading scripts
• Plan future segments and book day turn newsmakers and content dictates
• Maintain strong, professional social media presence and use it to find and promote content
• Additional duties as necessary.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• Bachelor's Degree in Journalism or related field is desired.
• Minimum 2 years relevant line producing experience in working newsroom.
REQUIREMENTS/JOB SKILLS:
• Must be able to work well under extreme pressure and deadlines
• Must have solid news judgment
• Must be a consistent and solid story and tease writer
• Must show initiative and have ability to act decisively
• Must interact positively and productively with others and take feedback
• Must be a leader in a strong team environment
• Must have strong organizational skills and be detail orientated
• Must be flexible with schedule and fill-in different shifts as needed
• May produce additional cut-ins, special reports or breaking news as needed
COMPENSATION: $27.00/hr. commensurate with experience and skill level.
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