Local News Producer
WISN-TV
Milwaukee, WI
WISN TV has an opening for a strong, take-charge producer who knows how to create
memorable newscasts. The right candidate will have a track record of being
creative, aggressive, have the ability to make decisions and communicate the
plan in a clear, concise manner. We
expect excellent news judgment and a can do attitude. Candidates must have a
proven track record of winning the big story, breaking news and weather.
Candidates must be fast and calm under pressure and able to play well in a room
of same-minded pros
Job Responsibilities:
• Selecting,
researching and writing content for live newscasts to make the newscast an
''experience'' for viewers
• Working
with and guiding reporters in story production
• Communicating,
coordinating and executing creative vision with team of anchors, reporters,
meteorologists, photographers, editors, and production staff
Experience Requirements:
• 2 years producing experience
• Creative presentation style
• Experience in a newsroom, the ability
to remain calm under pressure and knowledge of ENPS are pluses
• Military experience in a related
occupation specialty will be considered
Qualifications Requirements:
• Excellent
writing, spelling, grammar and copy-editing skills
• Ability
to multi-task and coordinate several crews and responsibilities simultaneously.
• An
ability to summarize information into easy-to-understand components
• Creative
presentation style, and ability to showcase all resources and elements
• Unwavering
journalistic integrity and ethical standards
• Must
be available to work holidays, shifts that include nights, weekends and
overnights, and flexible with schedule to be available during breaking news
Education:
• College
degree in broadcast journalism, broadcast news, or related field preferred
• Military
training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) with associated producing
experience will be considered
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rz4zqd-3-145-93-210-42 in your application.
Hearst Television, a subsidiary of Hearst, owns and operates local television and radio stations serving 26 media markets across 39 states reaching over 21 million U.S. television households.