Producer

Job Description

OVERVIEW AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

KDKA – TV Pittsburgh is looking for a dynamic Producer to work on Broadcast! The role requires close coordination with News Managers, Assignment Desk, Digital Team and Broadcast Line Producers. The producer will create a compelling show based on the news of the day while meeting KDKA brand objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
• Produce newscasts as assigned
• Write for other assigned newscasts
• Develop creative presentation of news and produce highly creative teases
• Anticipate the needs of the show regarding video, graphics, scripts and other elements
• Lead live on-air and control room decision-making

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
• 2+ years of experience producing a TV newscast required
• Excellent broadcast writing skills, including teases
• Must be able to work all shifts

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
• College Degree preferred
• Familiarity with non-linear editing and playback systems preferred
• Ability to multi-task and manage a show under pressure in and out of the control room, provide leadership and communicate with all the newscast staff.
• A history of managing deadlines
• Ability to understand news stories, how they impact viewers and how to best communicate that in words and visuals
• Able to use and lead multiple resources to produce a compelling show including: video, sound, graphics, multiple studio standup locations, multiple live reporters
• We're looking for a creative producer, not just a show stacker! A teammate with great people skills who can take direction from managers and execute the station's mission for a newscast
• Familiarity with social media and how to use it to generate and promote stories a plus
• Experience managing reporters using all forms of live transmission (i.e. LiveU, Dejero, Zoom, Skype, Facetime, Facebook, ENG and KU, etc.)

Organizations that wish to receive job vacancy notices from this posting's television station should contact sf_recruitingsupport@paramount.com.

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g4vzpz-52-14-196-242-42 in your application.