Newscast Producer

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WJAR has an immediate opening for a creative News Producer! In this role, you will be responsible for the day‑to‑day production of our newscasts. This position will also work closely with the Executive Producer, Director, Assignment Desk and Anchors on the newscast and its content. In this position you will determine the content and flow of newscasts, work with management and on‑air staff to generate and write stories and develop content for our web site.

• Solid news judgment
• Compelling and accurate writing ability
• Able to multitask and manage time to put together an exciting and informative newscast
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts
• Flexibility and on‑the‑spot problem‑solving abilities are a must
• Proficiency with non‑linear editing (e.g., Avid) and newsroom systems such as iNews

• Must have at least some previous news producing experience at a commercial TV station; entry‑level candidates may be considered
• A Journalism degree is preferred

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.

Entry level

Full‑time

• Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution