WGN-TV
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WGN-TV is searching for a creative, informed and innovative journalist to produce a morning newscast on the #1-rated WGN Morning News.
Responsibilities
- Produce strong, fast-paced hour-long newscasts with particular attention to breaking news
- Digital media focused, adding original content and ideas to our website, mobile app, social media and WGN+ platforms
- Work closely with other producers, field crews and the assignment desk to maximize daily resources and appropriately reflect the news of the day
- Write captivating teases and review writers’ scripts
- Create and order graphics for newscasts
- Time out the show in the control room
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, or a related field
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Desktop editing skills preferred
- Minimum two years’ experience in news operations
- Leadership ability, positive attitude and creativity a must
Salary Range: 80K to 90K Annualized - commensurate with applicant's experience and skill level
Benefits
Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more.
Job details
- Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
- Industries: Broadcast Media Production and Distribution