Newscast Producer Job at Sinclair Broadcast Group in Charleston

WCHS/WVAH has an immediate opening for an energetic, creative, and smart Newscast Producer. We are looking for someone who loves coming to work each day with great energy to create unpredictable, fast-paced, content-focused newscasts. You must be a strong communicator who can work closely with Managers, Anchors, Reporters, Directors, and our Assignment Desk.

Producers must understand the value of a gather-publish news strategy across all relevant platforms. You will work closely with our digital team, utilizing social media in newsgathering and engaging with viewers during newscasts. Flexibility and on-the-spot problem-solving abilities are essential.

Required Skills:

• Solid news judgment
• Calm and confident under pressure
• Aggressive digital and social media skills
• Compelling and accurate writing skills
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively to produce an exciting and informative newscast
• Attention to detail
• Strong leadership skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts
• Flexibility and on-the-spot problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency with non-linear editing (e.g., Avid) and newsroom systems such as iNews

Required Experience:

• Experience producing newscasts preferred, but entry-level candidates may be considered
• Journalism degree preferred

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced by race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Us

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The company owns and operates 185 television stations across 86 markets, affiliated with all major broadcast networks, and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks such as Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair delivers content via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. More information is available at www.sbgi.net.

About the Team

The core of our organization is our people. We foster a goal-oriented culture, offer great benefits, maintain an open-door policy, support upward mobility, and are committed to your success. Ready to join a winning team? Let’s talk.

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