Producer

Local News Producer
WDSU, the NBC affiliate in New Orleans, LA has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision and have experience making decisions and communicating the plan. You know how to win the big story, own breaking news and display important weather information. You must be fast and able to play well in a room of same‑minded pros. Accuracy is job one! You will report to the News Director.

Responsibilities

Select, research, and write content for live newscasts to make the newscast an "experience" for viewers.

Work with and guide reporters in story production.

Coordinate creative vision with team of anchors, reporters, meteorologists, photographers, editors, and production staff.

Boosting assigned newscasts, breaking news and weather events.

Live timing newscasts.

Requirements

Professional or college producing experience.

Experience working in a newsroom.

Have writing and copy‑editing skills.

Coordinate several crews and responsibilities simultaneously.

Experience summarizing information into easy‑to‑understand components.

Creative presentation style, and ability to showcase all resources and elements.

Have and exhibit the highest journalistic integrity and ethical standards.

Must be available to work holidays, shifts including nights, weekends and overnights, and flexible with schedule to be available during breaking news.

Related military experience will be considered.

Benefits

Medical | Dental | Vision

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, nationality or origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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