National Newscast Producer, The National Desk

We are looking for a dynamic producer for a Washington, D.C.-based national evening newscast. Our goal is to offer audiences on multiple platforms something different. The kind of coverage they care about, the kind that impacts their lives - but that they cannot find anywhere else.The position requires strong skills in journalism, leadership, and creativity. The candidate will assist the day-to-day production of assigned newscasts. This position will also work closely with the Executive Producer, Director, and Assignment Desk on the newscast and its content. In this position, you will contribute content to newscasts and digital platforms.The ideal candidate will have solid news judgment, be a compelling and accurate writer, and be able to multitask and manage their time in order to help put together an exciting and informative newscast. In addition, you must have the ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.Essential Duties and Requirements include the following:Exemplary verbal and written communication skillsEnergy and positivityAbility to take direction and work efficiently during breaking news eventsMust work well in a team environmentMust be a self-starter who can generate his or her own story ideas on a daily basisAbility to edit video for storiesAbility to create graphics for newscastAbility to work under deadline and on a flexible schedule is requiredContribute story ideas to daily editorial meetingsConduct interviews when required via, phone, email, Skype, or other methods.Participate in regular content planning meetingsPost content on assigned digital platforms dailyOther duties as assignedQualifications

- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.A minimum of three (3) years' experience producing engaging television newscasts at commercial news operationsExcellent communication skillsAbility to learn to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscastsFlexibility and on-the-spot problem-solving abilities are a mustJournalism degree preferredYou should also be proficient with non-linear editing (i.e. Avid) and newsroom systems such as iNewsWhen applying online, the candidate must provide examples of newscasts they have produced that show exceptional creativity. Please provide a link to your work.

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