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News Producer

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Cranston, RI, United States


WJAR in Providence, RI has an immediate opening for a creative News Producer. You will be responsible for day-to-day production of our newscasts and work closely with reporters, photographers, assignment editors, and news managers. You will determine the content and flow of newscasts with strong integration with our digital platforms. WJAR is the leading NBC and ABC affiliate in Southern New England.

Qualifications

Solid news judgment

Compelling and accurate writing

Multitask and manage time to put together an exciting and informative newscast

Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment

Strong leadership and communication skills

Ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts

Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving abilities are a must

Proficient with non-linear editing (i.e. Avid, Adobe Premiere Pro) and newsroom systems such as iNews.

Experience

Previous news producing experience at a commercial TV station is preferred, although a right entry-level candidate may be considered

A Journalism degree is preferred

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's 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.

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