News Producer

Job Description

News Producer (part-time)

Are you looking to kickstart your career as a TV News Producer? Do you want to work with a close-knit, supportive team that values your contribution and ideas? Do you want to live in one of the most beautiful and affordable parts of California? If so, KRCR-TV in Redding-Chico has an immediate opening for a part-time News Producer!

In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day production of our newscasts. You will work closely with other producers & writers, MMJs, anchors, photographers, and newsroom leaders on the newscast and its content. In this position, you will determine the content and flow of the show, work to generate ideas for daily coverage, write stories, and help develop content for our digital and social platforms.

The ideal candidate will:
• Have solid news judgment
• Be a compelling and accurate writer
• Be able to multitask and manage time in order to put together an exciting and informative newscast
• Have an ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment
• Possess strong leadership and communication skills
• Be able to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts
• Stay flexible and agile for on-the-spot problem-solving
• Be proficient with non-linear editing (i.e. Avid), newsroom systems (i.e. iNews), and all social media platforms

Experience:
• Previous news producing experience at a commercial TV station is preferred although the right entry-level candidate may be considered
• A Journalism degree is preferred

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace!

The base hourly compensation range for this role is $17.00 to $18.85 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. Part time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, sick leave, and employee stock purchase plan.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d2m2xy-3-147-65-65-42 in your application.