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Producer, KXXV Job at The E.W. Scripps Company in Waco

The E.W. Scripps Company, Waco, TX, USA

Job type: Full Time


KXXV Producer

Are you passionate about local news and ready to shape the stories that matter to Central Texas? KXXV, the E.W. Scripps ABC affiliate in Waco, is seeking a creative, motivated Producer who will craft engaging stories that connect with our community. This position offers a unique opportunity to create and organize content for multiple platforms utilizing editorial, journalistic, organizational and communication skills.
What You'll Do:

Develop and organize newscasts or local programs
Write story development and showcasing
Collaborate with reporters, anchors, news managers and assignment editors to determine content needs
Enhance content with graphics, video, research, and station branding
Execute time sensitive decisions
Oversee live broadcast and up to the minute editorial decisions
Perform desktop editing
Post content to station's Web sites
Perform other duties as assigned
What You'll Need:

BS/BA in related discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience
Generally, 2+ years of experience in related field preferred
What You'll Bring:

Avid local news consumer: knows daily news, events, trends and happenings on a local level
Strong vision and ability to advance stories
Excellent interpersonal communicator
Extraordinarily passionate about writing; courageous and creative storyteller with attention to even tiny details - choosing the perfect words, grammar, spelling
Highly organized
Highly adaptable - fast paced, deadline driven environment
Strong self-motivation
Working knowledge of journalistic ethics and libel laws and strong editorial judgement
Able to use web analytics
Proficient with newsroom computer systems, MS Office a plus
Flexible work hours may be required, including holidays, weekends and evenings
Where You'll Live, Work and Play:

Waco, Texas offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and big-city amenities in the heart of Central Texas. Home to Baylor University, this vibrant city has experienced tremendous growth and revitalization in recent years. Waco sits along the scenic Brazos River and is famous for its rich history, including the iconic Magnolia Market at the Silos created by Chip and Joanna Gaines. The city boasts beautiful parks, a thriving downtown district with local restaurants and shops, and is conveniently located between Dallas and Austin - offering easy access to major metropolitan areas while maintaining its unique character and affordable cost of living.