News Producer/Assignment Manager

Job Description

WTHI-TV is seeking a News Producer/Assignment Manager to join our award-winning team. We’re a smaller market station, but we take news seriously. We’re a dominant #1 station with great resources and a long tradition of success.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Includes the following (other duties may be assigned):
• Produce Newscast
• Copy edit stories written by others
• Develop and maintain contacts and news sources throughout viewing area
• Non-linear editing of VO’s and VOSOT’s
• Write, edit and post compelling content for website and on air
• Help determine coverage needs
• Maintain file of planned news events
• Verify news stories through research
• Make beat calls and develop news contacts and sources
• Monitor police/fire scanners and email tips
• Update newsroom staff
• Coordinate support for crews in the field
• Coordinate sharing of video with network, outside news services and “sister” stations
• Assist in supervision of newsroom operations when needed

NOTE: This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.

Required Skills

Job Requirements:
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment under pressure of strict deadlines
• Strong Writing skills
• Strong news judgment and leadership skills
• Previous experience in journalism/communications (preferred)
• Background Check

Education Required

• College degree in journalism or related field

Benefits

About Allen Media Broadcasting:
Allen Media Broadcasting offers strong benefits including health, vision, dental and life insurance for all full-time employees.
A 401(k) contribution plan for all employees.

How to Apply

Please apply at:
https://allenmediabroadcasting.com/careers/wthi.html

EOE/MINORITIES/FEMALES/VETERANS/DISABLED