Line Producer

Core

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Generate story ideas through research of social media, news wires, websites and contacts
• Identify impactful news stories that result in provocative, compelling television
• Delegate responsibilities as appropriate to associate producers, assignment editors and video editors
• Produce timely content under heavy deadline pressure
• Keep current of local events and politics
• Attend editorial meetings
• Excel in a highly competitive, deadline-driven environment
• Possess strong writing skills, including ability to master tease writing
• Use sound editorial judgement and attention to detail to ensure standards
• Interact with viewers and users on social media sites
• Ability to work varying shifts, including nights, overnights, and weekends
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, business, or a related field, preferred
• Strong writing and organizational skills required as is the ability to produce content under heavy deadline pressure.
• 3 years’ experience line producing a newscast
• Attention to detail is must.
• Ability to collect and analyze data and information accuracy as well as follow through.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• Proactive and solutions focused.
• Professional appearance.
• Ability to work varying shifts, including nights, overnights, and weekend

• Competitive salary - $90k to $110k dependent on skills and relevant experience
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment