Senior Producer, KXXV

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Develop and organize newscasts or local programs
• Write story development and showcasing
• Collaborate with reporters, anchors, news managers and assignment editors to determine content needs
• Enhance content with graphics, video, research, and station branding
• Execute time sensitive decisions
• Oversee live broadcast and up to the minute editorial decisions
• Perform desktop editing
• Post content to station's Web sites
• Perform other duties as assigned

• BS/BA in related discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience
• Generally, 2+ years of experience in related field preferred

• Avid local news consumer: knows daily news, events, trends and happenings on a local level
• Strong vision and ability to advance stories
• Excellent interpersonal communicator
• Extraordinarily passionate about writing; courageous and creative storyteller with attention to even tiny details - choosing the perfect words, grammar, spelling
• Highly organized
• Highly adaptable - fast paced, deadline driven environment
• Strong self-motivation
• Working knowledge of journalistic ethics and libel laws and strong editorial judgement
• Able to use web analytics
• Proficient with newsroom computer systems, MS Office a plus
• Flexible work hours may be required, including holidays, weekends and evenings

Waco, Texas offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and big-city amenities in the heart of Central Texas. Home to Baylor University, this vibrant city has experienced tremendous growth and revitalization in recent years. Waco sits along the scenic Brazos River and is famous for its rich history, including the iconic Magnolia Market at the Silos created by Chip and Joanna Gaines.

The city boasts beautiful parks, a thriving downtown district with local restaurants and shops, and is conveniently located between Dallas and Austin - offering easy access to major metropolitan areas while maintaining its unique character and affordable cost of living.

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