National Newscast Producer, The National News Desk

We are looking for a dynamic producer for a Washington, D.C.-based national morning newscast. Our goal is to offer audiences on multiple platforms something different – the kind of coverage they care about, the kind that impacts their lives – but that they cannot find anywhere else. The position requires strong skills in journalism, leadership, and creativity. The candidate will assist the day‑to‑day production of assigned newscasts, work closely with the Executive Producer, Director, and Assignment Desk, contribute content to newscasts and digital platforms, and help create an exciting and informative newscast in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.

Essential Duties and Requirements

Exemplary verbal and written communication skills

Energy and positivity

Ability to take direction and work efficiently during breaking news events

Must work well in a team environment

Must be a self‑starter who can generate their own story ideas on a daily basis

Ability to edit video for stories

Ability to create graphics for newscast

Ability to work under deadline and on a flexible schedule is required

Contribute story ideas to daily editorial meetings

Conduct interviews when required via phone, email, Skype, or other methods

Participate in regular content planning meetings

Post content on assigned digital platforms daily

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

A minimum of three (3) years’ experience producing engaging television newscasts at commercial news operations

Excellent communication skills

Ability to learn to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts

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

Journalism degree preferred

Proficiency with non‑linear editing (i.e. Avid) and newsroom systems such as iNews

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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