Supervising Producer

Job Description

WGN-TV is searching for a creative, informed and innovative journalist to produce a morning newscast on the #1-rated WGN Morning News.

Duties/Responsibilities:
• Produce strong, fast-paced hour-long newscasts with particular attention to breaking news
• Digital media focused, adding original content and ideas to our website, mobile app, social media and WGN+ platforms
• Work closely with other producers, field crews and the assignment desk to maximize daily resources and appropriately reflect the news of the day
• Write captivating teases and review writers' scripts
• Create and order graphics for newscasts
• Time out the show in the control room
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Requirements/Skills:
• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, or a related field
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Desktop editing skills preferred
• Minimum two years' experience in news operations
• Leadership ability, positive attitude and creativity a must
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Salary Range:
80K to 90K Annualized - commensurate with applicant's experience and skill level
Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-nee305-216-73-216-182-42 in your application.