Television News Producer

Overview
WINK News-Southwest Florida’s news leader has an immediate opening for an experienced news producer. We are looking for a talented producer who can take our newscast to the next level. Must have solid writing skills, sound news judgment and strong organizational abilities. Must also be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, meet deadlines and work well with others in a fast-paced newsroom.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the planning and execution of daily newscasts with strong writing and news judgment.

Coordinate production elements and timelines to ensure timely and accurate delivery of content.

Collaborate with reporters, editors and directors to develop and deliver compelling stories.

Manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced newsroom.

Qualifications

At least two years of producer experience in a television newsroom

Passion for the job with strong news judgment

A local news junkie mentality: knowing news of the day; having the vision and ability to advance the big story

Above all, you love to write … a word smith, grammar guru, courageous and creative storyteller

Strong collaboration and time-management skills, attention to detail, comfortable with taking direction from supervisors and colleagues and the ability to quickly pivot when needed

Flexibility to work any shift

Proficiency in English

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism preferred but not required

Physical Requirements

Able to sit for long periods of time

Ability to traverse the office workspace daily and occasional field work if needed

Ability to perceive and respond to visual and auditory cues

Benefits

Full-time employees are eligible to participate in all company benefit plans, including health, dental, vision insurance, and HSA

Eligibility for company-paid benefits such as life insurance and EAP; employee-paid benefits such as short-term disability

PTO – Earned on accrual basis

Company-paid holidays

401(k)

Equal Employment Opportunity
WINK News is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws.

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