Associate Producer

Job Description

WESH-TV has an opening for a hardworking Associate Producer to work in our newsroom. The qualified candidate will assist producers in all aspects of producing a newscast. This will include writing stories, creating graphics, researching information and running teleprompter. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and writing skills. This is a wonderful opportunity for someone looking to get his or her foot in the door and get started in a career in journalism.

Job Responsibilities:
• Write copy for daily newscasts.
• Assist producers and reporters with research.
• Communicate effectively with assignment editors, producers, reporters, photographers, editors, production staff and news managers
• Run Teleprompter.
• Making follow up calls and beat calls
• In-person attendance is required

Experience Requirements:
• Previous journalism course work or experience desired.
• Military on-air producing experience will be considered

Qualifications Requirements:
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Ability to work on deadlines.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of ENPS is a plus.

Education:
• Bachelor's Degree required with an emphasis in communications or journalism or equivalent military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) preferred.
• Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training and experience will be considered

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rezmw0-18-226-169-94-42 in your application.