News Producer

Job Description

NEWS PRODUCER (W/DAY) - WBTV

About Gray Media:

Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About WBTV:

WBTV was the first television station to sign on in the Carolinas and is considered the ''most trustworthy source of news and information'' in the area according to research. WBTV First Alert Weather is the certified most accurate forecast for the market as measured by WeatheRate. Being ''On Your Side'' for viewers, clients and the community is the guiding principle of WBTV and helps drive its award-winning newscasts and quality local journalism. Visit www.wbtv.com to learn more.

Job Summary/Description:

WBTV is looking for an innovative news producer who is ready to deliver urgent, important, and unique content to a multiplatform audience. The ideal candidate is an experienced line producer who is not afraid to push the boundaries of creativity and experiment with new ideas to deliver an energetic and compelling news product to the greater Charlotte audience.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Produce live, urgent daily newscast
- Select, showcase, and write content for multi-platform audience
- Collaborate with anchors, assignment desk, reporters, photographers, and editors to ensure execution of a high-quality newscast
- Lead extensive coverage of live breaking news and special events
- Inspire and guide fellow producers to be innovative storytellers
- Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field preferred, equivalent experience considered
- Must have a video reel or portfolio of recent work
- Minimum 3 years of experience as a television line producer in a medium or large market
- Experience producing with multiple live sources
- Excellent writing, storytelling, news judgment, and time management skills required

If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

WBTV-TV/Gray Media, Inc. is a drug-free company

Gray Media encourages all new employees to fully vaccinate against the coronavirus before the first workday.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gmbq7m-18-222-121-132-42 in your application.