Team Specialty Producer

Job Description

Team Specialty Producer, KMGH

KMGH, The E.W. Scripps station in Denver, Colorado is searching for a Specialty Producer who will produce compelling stories for multiple platforms. This Specialty Producer will research, develop, and plan investigative stories or special projects. This may include live or prerecorded newscasts/local programs and editing or repurposing existing content to enhance the end product.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Write and edit scripts.
• Work closely with Multimedia Journalists (MMJs), and/or investigative reporters and content producers as stories are produced for multiple platforms.
• May manage tip line, emails, and respond to viewers.
• Shoot still and moving video.
• Edit desktop video.
• May lead investigations, conduct interviews or be called upon for undercover field work.
• Work with editors to utilize graphics and other tools to visually enhance storytelling.
• May lead special projects, conduct interviews, and enterprise original story ideas
• May create original story ideas or repurpose existing content to be showcased in a unique way.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
• BS/BA in related discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience
• Generally, 5+ years of experience in related field preferred

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
• Knowledge and demonstration of creativity, editorial judgment, journalistic ethics and libel law
• Solid understanding and demonstration of multimedia file formats and strong computer skills
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws impacting operations
• Knowledge and proficiency in posting content to television station websites
• Must be a team player and adapt to developing situations quickly
• Must be an excellent conversational writer with solid news judgement and a positive attitude
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexible work hours may be required, including holidays, weekends and evenings
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits

COMPENSATION RANGE:
Annual Salary: $75,000.00 - 87000

Pursuant to state and local salary transparency laws, the salary range posted is specific to candidates who will perform this work in Colorado.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:
• A career path to grow your professional experiences
• Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, pet discount program, and employee assistance program. More details about timing and conditions of benefits eligibility and other plan terms and conditions will be provided upon hire.

If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gkxjv0-3-15-140-111-42 in your application.