Lifestyle Producer

Job Description

Lifestyle Producer - WXIX

LIFESTYLE PRODUCER (ASSOC) - WXIX

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 WXIX:

WXIX-TV, FOX19 NOW, is the FOX affiliate serving Cincinnati and the Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana tri-state area, the nation's 37th DMA. FOX19 NOW, the station that's ''Always Local, Always Now,'' produces more than 73 hours of News per week. FOX19 NOW is the leader in Morning News with local coverage from 4:30 a.m. until Noon each weekday. The station airs early evening news from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on weekdays and the market's #1 (A25-54) late, local News starting at 10:00 to 11:30 p.m. FOX19 NOW is the Flagship Station of the Cincinnati Bengals. FOX19 NOW is proud to serve the community on multiple platforms and broadcast some of the most popular programming in the Tri-State, including NFL on FOX, Wheel of Fortune, Jeopardy!, and the FOX prime time schedule.

Job Summary/Description:

WXIX Fox 19 NOW is looking for an associate producer for their lifestyle-focused broadcast in the Cincinnati, OH market.

You'll assist in the development and execution of the show, designed to serve a diverse but loyal audience. From stay-at-home parents to young professionals, the Tri-State has it all. The show features a combination of original reporting, live studio guests, sponsored content and interviews, trending and buzzworthy news, and pre-produced stories showcasing the very best our community has to offer. The ideal candidate thrives when working with a team, exhibits strong editorial judgment, and is willing to do what it takes to get the best stories and guests. As an associate producer, you'll lead and contribute to the show's editorial process, regularly create compelling enterprise content, develop story ideas and sources, and generate innovative broadcasts that take intentional, creative risks. Build contacts and sources throughout the community. You'll assist guests and hosts in their pre-show preparation and you'll share our innovative content online and on social media.

Please note - primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the information listed above

Qualifications/Requirements:
• Education background in either journalism or communications.
• Basic understanding of Windows-based electronics and the ability to learn ENPS as well as new systems as they are implemented. Must be willing to work in Cincinnati, OH.

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)

WXIX-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rjk27w-3-144-116-195-42 in your application.