Producer

News for WHNT
Huntsville-Decatur-Florence, Alabama

posted on April 12, 2017


job posting:

Producer WHNT, a Tribune Broadcasting station, has an opening for a Producer to work in our Huntsville, Alabama, location. The Producer will develop an overall style and identify for their assigned newscast with a keen focus on building the station’s brand “Taking Action, Getting Results”. This position will successfully produce one or more newscasts a day. Primary Responsibilities: • Write, fact check, manage and approve content and teases for air; select graphics that explain and showcase stories and reinforce station branding; copy editing • Develop newscast content by researching and suggesting innovative story ideas; understand viewer audience; collaborate with news team to select stories for coverage • Execute newscasts with minimal errors and meet deadlines; oversee quality control of newscast while in booth • Write and post content for station website and social media platforms • Respond to breaking news with a sense of urgency • Perform other duties as assigned Requirements • Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience required • 1-2 years previous news producing experience • Demonstrated ability to track and select trending news stories • Strong organizational skills • Ability to work in a rapid, fast-paced environment • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights, early mornings, weekends and holidays WHNT is an equal opportunity employer. Please email your resume to denise.vickers@whnt.com. Candidates must also apply through www.tribunemedia.com/careers.


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expires on 06/11/2017