newscast producer

Sinclair Broadcast Group

<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>Tulsa has an immediate opening for a Newscast Producer! In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day production of our newscasts. This position will also work closely with the Executive Producer, Director, Assignment Desk and Anchors on the newscast and its content. In this position you will determine the content and flow of newscasts, work with management and on-air staff to generate and write stories and develop content for our web site.
</p><p><b>The ideal candidate will have:
</b></p><ul><li>Solid news judgment
</li><li>Be a compelling and accurate writer
</li><li>Be able to multitask and manage time in order to put together an exciting and informative newscast
</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment
</li><li>Strong leadership and communication skills
</li><li>The ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts
</li><li>Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving abilities are a must
</li><li>Proficient with non-linear editing (i.e. Avid) and newsroom systems, such as iNews
</li></ul><p><b>Experience:
</b></p><ul><li>Must have at least some previous news producing experience at a commercial TV station, although the right entry-level candidate may be considered
</li>A journalism degree is preferred<br>
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</li></ul><p></p><p><b>EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:
</b></p><p>Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>About Us
</b></p><div>Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.
</div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>About the Team
</b></p><div>The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Newscast Producer

Cox Media Group

<div><div><b>Location: FL-Jacksonville</b></div>
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Job Title: News Producer - WFOX TV</b></div><div></div><div><div><div><div><b><br>
Position Overview</b></div>
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WFOX TV Jacksonville is in search of a News Producer who consistently crafts in-depth, fast-paced, memorable newscasts. We are looking for a visionary who oversees assigned newscasts, writes clear, concise and engaging content, communicates well with talent, directors, editors, and other colleagues, and helps lead the team to a successful broadcast that delivers our audience the most accurate, important information. The successful news producer is not a show-stacker; they are able to showcase the big story, utilize chapter development, investigate beyond the news release and dig to find the truth. News Producers create the framework for the original content that is the backbone of our news operation.</div><br>
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We are looking for someone with experience managing live shots and field communication, pivoting quickly when there is breaking news during a newscast, and helping ensure smooth production of the big story during extended coverage. The successful candidate must be well read on current affairs and have a wide range of knowledge and understanding of general interest subjects. They are expected to help generate enterprise story ideas. Understanding coverage needs on social media, streaming, and digital platforms is expected. Collaboration with others is a must for this position, and candidates should be open to feedback with a desire to grow in their role.</div><br>
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Please include a link to a newscast or demo reel showcasing your producing experience and skills.</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Essential Duties and Responsibilities</b></div>
</div><div><ul><li>Craft relevant, energetic, important and memorable newscasts</li>
<li>Create the rundown for assigned newscasts, including story order, duration, and talent assignments to ensure proper scripting, production and timing</li>
<li>Write Newscast Opens, Broadcast Stories, and Teases</li>
<li>Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions</li>
<li>Work with the Design Department to develop graphics for showcasing stories</li>
<li>Consult with Directors, Anchors, Reporters, Managers and other colleagues on production needs</li>
<li>Work in the Control Room during broadcasts to oversee presentation and communicate with talent and photographers</li>
<li>Understand and effectively use social media and digital platforms</li>
<li>Other duties may be assigned</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div><div><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></div>
</div><div><ul><li>Bachelor's degree</li>
<li>Understanding of how to write for broadcast news, including concise writing, proper grammar &amp; news judgement</li>
<li>Must be able to sit for long periods of time and handle highly stressful, fast-paced situations</li>
<li>This is a 100% in-person role requiring regular shifts at the station location</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div><div><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></div>
</div><div><ul><li>Degree from four-year College or University in Journalism or Communications</li>
<li>1 year experience producing live television newscasts</li>
</ul></div></div></div><div><b>
About Cox Media Group</b><br>
CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 14 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations.</div>
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Req #: 2158 #LI-Onsite</div></div>

News Producer - WFOX TV

TEGNA

<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About TEGNA</b></h3>
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TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.</p></div><p></p><div><br>
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KARE-TV, the TEGNA-owned NBC affiliate, located in Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN</b> is looking for a producer to join our morning team.<br>
We have a fun group of journalists who are passionate about morning news and actually like working &quot;unique&quot; hours.<br>
Breaking news, weather and traffic are the core of what we do&hellip;both on the air and on our digital platforms. We also care deeply about our community, sharing people's stories and connecting with them over the air and in person.<br>
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<b>Responsibilities:</b><br>
<ul><li>Work directly with Executive Producer &amp; news leaders to consistently build a high-quality news show</li><li>Quickly react to breaking news and manage the show's timing</li><li>Booth continuous coverage on broadcast and live streams for breaking news, weather coverage, and community events</li><li>Use our extensive toolkit along with your own creative production techniques to enhance stories</li><li>Write in an exciting, accurate, and urgent way with creative time-stamps</li><li>Enterprise news stories</li><li>Research stories to ensure they are factual and ascertain sources' credibility</li><li>Use social media and digital tools to research, discover, and produce content</li><li>Lead and inspire a team to work together for a great newscast</li><li>Perform other tasks as required by supervisor or executive producer</li><li>And most of all&hellip;have fun</li></ul><br>
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Requirements:</b><br>
<ul><li>College degree in journalism, communications or similar</li><li>1-3 years full-time newscast producing experience</li><li>Skills in producing engaging, content-driven newscasts and digital content</li><li>Strong social media skills to deliver content and listen for ideas</li><li>Knowledge of ENPS, Edius, and Axis graphics a plus</li><li>Organizational skills and the ability to work under time pressure deadlines</li><li>Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events</li><li>Shifts will include overnight hours, and may include holidays and weekends.</li></ul></div>
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Benefits:</b></h3>
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TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.</p>
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Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA's 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.</p>
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Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor's appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.</p>
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TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.</p>
<ul><li>Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.</li></ul>
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EEO statement</b>:</p>
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TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email askhr@tegna.com</p>
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To all candidates: your personal information and online safety are important to us. Only TEGNA Recruiters or Hiring Managers will reach out to you regarding consideration of your application or background. Communications with TEGNA employees will either come from a TEGNA email address with a domain of tegna.com or one of our affiliate station domains.
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Recruiters or Hiring Managers will never request payments, ask for financial account information or sensitive information such as social security numbers.</p><div><br>
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Morning Show Producer

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.

<div><p>The News Producer produces daily newscast items, decides the order in which stories will be told, writes teases and other content, times news programs, edits video, and posts video to the website.</p><ul><li>
Produces newscasts for broadcast across all platforms</li><li>
Writes and orders news stories</li><li>
Approves scripts</li><li>
Balances news and feature content to create compelling broadcasts</li><li>
Edits video</li><li>
Writes stories for the website and other eMedia platforms</li><li>
Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites</li><li>
Performs other duties as assigned</li></ul><p><b>
 </b>Requirements &amp; Skills:</p><br>
<p></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience</li><li>
Fluency in English</li><li>
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written</li><li>
Minimum two years&rsquo; experience in news operations (Depending on market size)</li><li>
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment</li><li>
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously</li><li>
Flexibility to work any shift</li><li>
Annual Salary $43,000</li></ul></div>

News Producer

NBCUniversal

<div><b>Company Description</b><p><br>
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations &amp; Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.</p><p>
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.</p><b><br>
Job Description</b><p><br>
NBCUniversal&rsquo;s Owned Television station in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, KXTX-TV, is looking for a skilled Multiplatform Producer to help take our streaming content and newscasts to a new level. We&rsquo;re looking for someone who&rsquo;s passionate about news, loves breaking news and has a creative vision for crafting live programs. This person will work closely with managers to create innovative, up-to-the-minute content that resonates with our viewers. This multi-platform producer can develop and adapt content for production across all different channels, including linear, non-linear, web, podcast, social media, and digital products. The ideal candidate loves to collaborate, wants to help lead a team, and is ready to take on new challenges to help us continue to grow. You&rsquo;ll work closely with our streaming products and help us continue to find new ways to reach our audience no matter what platform they are on. This is a great opportunity to work with and learn from some of the best journalists in the market!</p><ul><li>
Work directly with the Executive Producer and Senior Producers in creating, developing, and implementing linear and non-linear news strategies.</li><li>
Produce daily newscasts, live special coverage, and other programs for all our platforms. Articulate and execute the distribution strategy for content and individual stories.</li><li>
Perform editing work needed in systems like Edius and Premiere Pro.</li><li>
Clearly communicate your vision to a team of writers, anchors, and field crews to deliver dynamic and accurate stories and segments.</li><li>
Develop an understanding of our streaming and non-linear products and consistently contribute to them</li><li>
Work closely with directors, editors, and graphic artists to enhance the production value of your newscast.</li><li>
Contribute story ideas and take charge of daily coverage decisions for your newscast.</li><li>
Quickly adjust to late changes and be aggressive in breaking news coverage, regardless of the day or time.</li><li>
Work collaboratively with other departments for cross-promotion opportunities and strategy.</li><li>
Ability to fill in on general assignments per department scheduling needs or operational needs.</li><li>
Performs other related duties as assigned.</li></ul><br>
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Qualifications</b><p><b><br>
Basic Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>
Fluency in Spanish and English, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills in both languages.</li><li>
A minimum of 2 years of experience as a daily newscast producer.</li><li>
Producing skills and strong Spanish news writing experience across multiple platforms, including script writing, news writing, and broadcast/digital production.</li><li>
Proven track record of boothing live events and newscasts.</li><li>
Intense familiarity and interest in current news events.</li></ul><p><b>
Eligibility Requirements</b></p><ul><li>
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States</li><li>
Must be 18 years or older</li><li>
External applicants must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered.</li><li>
Must be willing to work in Fort Worth, TX, just south of DFW Airport</li><li>
Must have the ability to work any shift, any day of the week.</li></ul><p><b>
Desired</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent experience preferred.</li><li>
Experience segment producing and/or generating content across multiple platforms is a plus.</li><li>
Knowledge of libel law and applicable FCC rules and regulations.</li><li>
Personal initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision.</li><li>
Displays a positive work ethic and a high degree of integrity and professionalism.</li><li>
Ability to create urgent, engaging, and conversational news copy and visuals under tight deadlines</li><li>
Team player who is flexible and works well under pressure.</li><li>
Strong organizational and time management skills.</li><li>
Strong English, reading, writing, and speaking.</li></ul><p><b>
Additional Requirements</b></p><p><b>
Required On-Site</b>: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.</p><b><br>
Additional Information</b><p><br>
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.</p><p>
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.</p></div>

Multi-Platform Producer, Telemundo T39 Dallas/Fort Worth

<div><b>Company Description</b><p><br>
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations &amp; Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.</p><p>
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.</p><b><br>
Job Description</b><p><br>
WRMD Telemundo Tampa seeks a News Producer who is responsible for the creation of live newscasts and other special news programs as needed. As a T49 Producer, you will be creating content for the most innovative news organization in Tampa, FL.</p><p>
Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>
Responsible for overall production, flow, accuracy, content and every element of each newscast.</li><li>
Responsible for being a key newsroom leader clearly and timely communicating his/her vision and the show&rsquo;s needs to each person who will participate or provide content for that newscast (i.e. assignment editor, anchors, VJ&rsquo;s, editors and production crews.)</li><li>
Understand newscast&rsquo;s audience, mission and station priorities. Integrate all station platforms in the showcasing of the news production.</li><li>
Work closely with the Executive Producer on special projects and news coverages.</li><li>
Well-informed on daily news events, past news events and know what will represent news for Tampa Bay Hispanic market.</li><li>
Craft content using excellent writing skills, as well as your own unique vision.</li><li>
Plan, supervise and execute Live Shots and Live Remotes during live newscasts.</li><li>
Select, assign, write, and organize news stories. Write headlines, teases and reporter/anchor lead-ins.</li><li>
Timely respond to breaking news with urgency and accuracy.</li><li>
Coordinate and plan future coverages.</li><li>
Work with Video Journalists on their visual and written storytelling and presentation.</li><li>
Write news scripts, promotional teasers, headlines and daily news briefs.</li><li>
Contribute story ideas, participate in daily coverage decisions and editorial meetings.</li><li>
Leadership: take responsibility for own actions and be a team player. Lead the team to the common goal of producing an innovative, flawless, creative, interesting newscasts. Communicate clear directions and changes to all the newscasts&rsquo; team members.</li><li>
Performs other related duties as assigned.</li><li>
Understand and follow all Telemundo News standards and ethics.</li></ul><br>
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Qualifications</b><br>
<ul><li>
Must be an experienced journalist with a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in journalism or a related field in communication and/or must have proven equivalent experience.</li><li>
Must be able to speak, read, and write perfect Spanish and must be able to speak, read, and write in English.</li><li>
A minimum of 2 years of News Producer experience.</li><li>
Experience in Line-production and proven track record or boothing live events, live shots, and newscasts.</li><li>
Excellent news judgment, creative ideas, and writing skills a must.</li><li>
Must have leadership qualities, be detail-oriented, organized, and able to handle intense deadline pressure.</li></ul><p>
Eligibility Requirements:</p><ul><li>
Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered.</li><li>
Must be willing to work in Tampa, FL area and travel as needed for special assignments.</li><li>
Must have the ability to work long hours, weekdays and weekends, varying shifts (including overnight), and report to work in emergencies depending upon news coverage when necessary.</li><li>
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.</li><li>
Must be 18 years or older.</li><li>
Must have a valid driver&rsquo;s license and passport.</li><li>
Must accept Solutions as NBCUniversal&rsquo;s Dispute Resolution program.</li></ul><p>
Desired Characteristics</p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent experience preferred.</li><li>
Ability to communicate effectively and work well with people while under pressure.</li><li>
Knowledge of libel law and applicable FCC rules and regulations.</li><li>
Personal initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision.</li><li>
Team player who is flexible.</li></ul><br>
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Additional Information</b><p><br>
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.</p><p>
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.</p></div>

News Producer Telemundo T49 Tampa

San Diego State University

<div>Overview:
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The salary range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00 per hour depending upon qualifications and is non-negotiable.</b></div><div><b>
This position is scheduled to close on 4/23/26 at 4:00pm (PST).</b></div><div><br>
</div><div><b><i>This position is filled on an on-call, as-needed basis with no set schedule or guaranteed number of hours.</i></b></div><div><br>
KPBS serves the greater San Diego community with informative, cultural, entertaining and educational television, radio, and digital programming. KPBS TV/FM is the public television and radio station for San Diego. Licensed to San Diego State University, KPBS supports and furthers the university&rsquo;s educational and community service mission by informing, enlightening and empowering its audience. It does so not only by presenting national and locally produced programming of value to its San Diego audience, but also by producing programming about San Diego and its people for distribution nationwide.<br>
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<b>Perks you'll enjoy as a member of #teamKPBS</b></div><ul><li>
Working on a college campus &amp; in public media: Access to campus facilities and staff perks, weekly farmer's market, tons of eateries, community events, entertainment, etc.</li><li>
Hybrid schedule/ remote work flexibility options (varies by position)</li><li>
Enjoy a 'beautiful day in the neighborhood' with local employee discounts</li><li>
Opportunity drawings to attend SDSU basketball games, local concerts and events</li><li>
Free wellness classes &amp; programs</li><li>
Staff pop-up events</li><li>
Sick leave accruals and paid leave options</li><li>
On-site childcare at a discounted rate (based on availability)</li><li>
Opportunities for continued learning and professional development</li><li>
Employee assistance program</li><li>
Voluntary retirement savings plan</li></ul><br>
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Responsibilities:
<p>
The Freelance News Producer supports radio newscasts and audio editing. KPBS&rsquo;s newscasts aim to provide listeners with a deeper understanding of their community while inspiring, informing, and engaging thoughtful conversation. This role requires strong news judgment, the ability to meet daily or hourly deadlines, and proficiency, or the capacity to quickly develop proficiency, in audio editing. Success in this position also depends on strong collaboration, communication, and interpersonal skills. This position may also contribute to digital and social platforms, including KPBS.org.</p><div>
This position reports to the Senior Producer of Audio and works closely with a cross-functional news team, including producers, anchors, hosts, news editors, videojournalists, reporters, production assistants, and fellows across all platforms, as well as the radio operations team. The Freelance News Producer may also be asked to repurpose segments for use across additional shows and platforms.</div><div><b><br>
Producing (80%)</b></div><ul><li>
Coordinate and create content for radio newscasts, the San Diego News Now daily podcast and KPBS.org. This includes writing copy for broadcast, coordinating with student assistants to pull in outside content, and pitching, booking, and writing scripts for two-ways.</li><li>
Work closely with radio anchors on newscast rundowns for accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>
Track and update information in newscast platform Inception and Google Drive.</li><li>
Gather audio/video in the field on occasion and as needed.</li><li>
Edit audio using Adobe Audition. This includes editing two-ways with anchors, repurposing content from Midday Edition and web and social media projects.</li><li>
Work on content that falls outside of the regular newscasts, including assisting with Midday Edition, the San Diego News Now podcast or special programs like election shows and debates as needed.</li><li>
Help with coordination with field reporters during breaking news.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Planning (15%)</b></div><ul><li>
Assist in planning for upcoming shows.</li><li>
Read, listen, watch, and follow major developments on stories of interest to the public media audience in San Diego and Imperial counties.</li><li>
Maintain contact lists and files for continuing coverage and accumulation of knowledge.</li><li>
Brainstorms ideas with editors, hosts, reporters, and producers.</li></ul><div><br>
</div><div><b>Other Duties and Responsibilities as Assigned (5%)</b></div><ul><li>
Attend meetings, represent the station at community-building events, perform appropriate record keeping, manage correspondence, phone calls, supplies and equipment, may participate in on-air fundraising activities, and other duties as assigned.</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
</div>Qualifications:
<div><b>
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</b></div><ul><li>
Knowledge of journalistic techniques, materials, and equipment used in news production.</li><li>
Ability to use programs for the creation of audio news content including software to organize newscast rundowns and audio editing software such as Adobe Audition.</li><li>
Ability to consistently write with AP/Broadcast style, structure and grammar.</li><li>
Ability to write on at least one platform (audio, video, or web) and the willingness to develop competence on one other or both platforms.</li><li>
Ability and willingness to work varied shifts, and to respond to breaking news as needed.</li><li>
Ability to perform moderately complex technical work and produce daily news content.</li><li>
Ability to interact/communicate effectively with co-workers and audience members on all relevant news mediums and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>
Ability to display organization and manage time efficiently, meet deadlines, display detail orientation, and possess good judgment.</li><li>
Ability to demonstrate a high level of cross-cultural sensitivity and strong interpersonal skills.</li><li>
Ability to understand and follow posted work rules and procedures.</li><li>
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff members and students.</li></ul><div><b><br>
Minimum Education</b></div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent work in journalism.</li></ul><div><b><br>
Minimum Experience</b></div><ul><li>
At least 2 years of progressively responsible or related experience in journalism along with basic news judgment, understanding of journalism ethics and the ability to swiftly and accurately report or produce breaking news on all platforms.</li></ul><div><b><br>
Preferred Qualifications and Special Skills</b></div><br>
<ul><li>
Broad knowledge of current San Diego regional issues.</li><li>
Ability to think creatively about topics and story angles.</li><li>
Ability to speak, read, write, and translate Spanish.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Additional Applicant Information</b></div><ul><li>
Candidate must reside in California and live within a commutable distance from SDSU at time of hire.</li><li>
Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on background check results (including a criminal record check).</li><li>
San Diego State University Research Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU Research Foundation provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin or any other categories protected by federal or state law.
</li><li>Employment decisions are based on an individual&rsquo;s qualifications as they relate to the job under consideration. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every employee has equal access to resources and support.</li><li>
SDSU Research Foundation complies with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California&rsquo;s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), and other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws including grant or contract terms and conditions related to funded program activities. Further the SDSU Research Foundation maintains a Nondiscrimination Policy that prohibits discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all programs, policies, and practices.
</li><li>SDSU Research Foundation makes all employment decisions including, but not limited to, applicant screening, hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, benefits, disciplinary actions, and terminations on the basis of merit.</li></ul></div><div></div>

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