WTVD Producer

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Are you a rock star news producer ready to shine in one of the top 25 largest markets in the country? Do you love dominating hours of breaking news coverage from the control room? We are looking for an aggressive, empathetic, collaborative, cool-under-pressure news producer who knows how to craft a fast-paced, creative, highly-showcased newscast.

ABC11/WTVD, the ABC Owned Television station in Raleigh-Durham-Fayetteville, North Carolina, is seeking a dynamic and creative newscast producer with the ability to showcase the big story across multiple platforms.

ABC11 is committed to recruiting and retaining employees who reflect the communities we serve, at all levels of the company. We expect our employees to have a high degree of ethics and a strong ability to work as a team while displaying empathy and inclusion. We also strive to create content that authentically engages and connects with our diverse audience.
Our ideal candidate is passionate about creating high impact content that resonates with a diverse audience. The candidate has a deep understanding of utilizing all of the resources, tools, and live elements to deliver an energetic and compelling news product. This person should be excited to craft their editorial vision to connect and reflect the diverse audience we serve.

The person must also have complete understanding of how a 24/7 newsroom works and on all platforms, including live streaming. This position requires a high level of skill and proven leadership in breaking situations.

Responsibilities:
• Responsible for story development and context, writing stories and teases, building graphics, timing and all other editorial and production elements
• Proven control room experience and ability to handle live breaking news in a calm manner
• Contribute story ideas daily and participate actively in coverage decisions and editorial meetings
• A self-starter and team player who can collaborate effectively with a wide range of personnel while supporting and contributing to an inclusive culture
• Candidates must embrace multi-platform content creation for TV, digital platforms and social media
• Well-organized and work well under pressure with constant deadlines

Minimum Qualifications:
• Minimum of three years of line producer experience

Education:
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience

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About Disney Entertainment Television:

Disney Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at The Walt Disney Company creating original entertainment and news programming for the company's streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of ABC Entertainment, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations, Disney Branded Television, Freeform, FX, Hulu Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to Disney Television Studios, which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, ABC Signature and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, Disney Entertainment Television's creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, Disney Entertainment Television's programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children's & family categories.

This position is with WTVD Television, LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.

WTVD Television, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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