Local News Producer Job at Israelvcforum in West Palm Beach

Local News Producer
Palm Beach Gardens, FL, United States

WPBF, the ABC affiliate in Palm Beach Gardens, FL has an opening for a strong, take‑charge Local News Producer who knows how to create memorable newscasts. The right candidate will have a track record of being creative, aggressive, and can make decisions and communicate the plan clearly and concisely. We expect excellent news judgment, flexibility, and a can‑do attitude. Candidates must have a proven track record of winning the big story, breaking news and weather. Must be an excellent writer who takes pride in clean scripts with compelling and concise storytelling. Must be able to thrive in a fast‑paced, changing news environment. Candidates must work fast under deadlines and calm under pressure. Must be willing to work weekends, nights or overnights. You will report to the News Director.

Job Responsibilities

Selecting, researching, and writing content for live newscasts to make the newscast an “experience” for viewers

Working with and guiding reporters in story production

Communicating, coordinating, and executing creative vision with team of anchors, reporters, meteorologists, photographers, editors, and production staff

In‑person attendance is required

Experience Requirements

2‑5 years producing experience

Knowledge of ENPS preferred

Experience in a newsroom, the ability to remain calm under pressure

Qualifications Requirements

Excellent writing, spelling, grammar and copy‑editing skills

Ability to multi‑task and coordinate several crews and responsibilities simultaneously.

An ability to summarize information into easy‑to‑understand components

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

Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards

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

Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience.

Diversity Statement
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.

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

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