News Producer / Videographer

Job Description

About WALB:

WALB-TV is the dominant #1 station and award-winning NBC/ABC affiliate in Albany, GA. WALB began broadcasting on April 7th, 1954 becoming the flagship broadcast TV station of Gray Television. We service more than 40 counties across South Georgia, including news bureaus in the cities of Thomasville, Valdosta, and Tifton.

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Job Description/Summary:

WALB has an immediate opening for a producer/videographer. Primary duties include (but are not limited to) writing and producing for TV newscasts, and gathering, shooting, and editing news video and information for presentation on TV and Digital platforms. The successful candidate will be an excellent writer with solid videography and non-linear editing skills. The applicant should have strong initiative, work well independently and with others, and have the ability to work quickly with attention to detail and accuracy.

Your responsibilities will include (but not be limited to) the following:
- Produce Weekend newscasts (including stacking, writing scripts, editing video, editing copy, making/ordering graphics to fit stories, making maps, coordinating live shots with directors, production staff, and reporters)
- Fill-in produce as needed
- Shoot and edit video, as well as gather and write news information, for TV and digital platforms
- Computer knowledge including newsroom software (ENPS), Microsoft applications and Internet use
- Pitch stories and conduct interviews
- Help with special projects, talent shoots, and live shots as needed
- Demonstrate strong editorial judgment while following journalistic ethics and libel laws
- Ability to maintain professional and ethical conduct at the station and in the community
- Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving in a collaborative manner with co-workers, supervisors, and viewers
- Be able to work well under strict deadline pressure
- Flexibility to work varied shifts when necessary, including overnights and weekends
- Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:
- College degree in journalism or related field required or equivalent professional experience
- Must pass a mandatory drug screening
- Valid driver's license and good driving record required

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r7n5xq-3-131-13-37-42 in your application.