WABC Newscast Producer - Daily Hire

WABC-TV Eyewitness News in New York City is seeking an aggressive, motivated, and dedicated Newscast Producer who will oversee all elements of a daily sportscast. Our newscast producer must build complicated, compelling, interesting sportscasts in a highly competitive, high-pressure environment. A successful candidate must work well with anchors, reporters, assignment editors, directors, and graphic artists. Candidates for this position should have a passion for producing, writing, and delivering news, highlights, and features in a creative manner.

Daily Hire is an employee hired to work on a daily basis with no requirement of a regular schedule.

Responsibilities:

• Craft daily newscasts and manage all aspects of the broadcast

• Pitch story ideas on a daily basis

• Communicate well with others in the newsroom when building shows

• Collaborate with digital team members throughout the day

• Write clear and compelling broadcast copy

• Execute last-minute changes in high-pressure situations

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of three years’ experience producing at a local news station

• Demonstrated ability to work under deadline pressures and work in a rapid, fast-paced environment

• Detail-oriented with strong editorial and production skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Must be flexible with working hours (late nights, overnights, holidays) and adaptable to change

Required Education:

• High school degree or equivalent work experience

Preferred Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Studio Production, Journalism, or related field