News Producer - WFXT TV

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Are you a storyteller? An investigator? Are you driven by a need to find the truth? News Producers report the original content that is the backbone of our news operations.

WFXT Boston 25 News is in search of a News Producer who consistently crafts in-depth, fast-paced, memorable newscasts. The successful candidate must be able to own breaking news inside newscasts and in extended coverage. In addition, successful candidates must have an understanding of coverage on all platforms and are expected to help generate enterprise story ideas. Collaboration with others is a must for this position, and candidates should be open to feedback and have a desire to grow in their role.

Candidates should have at least 3 years of producing experience.

• Craft relevant, energetic, important and memorable newscasts
• Develop graphics for production by Design Department
• Write Opens, Stories, and Teases
• Assign stories to anchors, writers, and editors for scripting, production and timing
• Consult with Director, Anchor, other Producers, and Managers on production needs
• Work in the Control Room during broadcast to oversee presentation and changes in format
• Understand and effectively use all platforms
• Other duties may be assigned

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Must be thoroughly professional in all aspects of journalism
• Must be well read on current affairs and have wide-ranging knowledge and understanding of general interest subjects

• A minimum of 3 years professional experience in local TV news is preferred
• Bachelor's degree (B.
  
  A.) from four-year College or University in Journalism or Communications preferred

The hourly range for this position is $26.44 per hour to $43.27 per hour.

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