NEWS PRODUCER Job at TDS Telecommunications LLC in Bend

Overview

The News Producer monitors the news of the day from various sources, organizes a newscast into a daily rundown, then writes and supervises the reporting and editing of all stories within the newscast. The News Producer may also be called upon to produce stories in the field by developing ideas, researching details, writing copy, coordinating shoots, and conducting interviews. The News Producer may be asked to contribute written material and content to the station’s website and social media sites in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Writing scripts, stories, and other valuable viewer content for stories, news broadcasts, website, and social media outlets.
• Monitoring all news, scheduled events, and local happenings. Researching ideas, topics, and stories for current and future broadcasts. Conducting interviews and shooting stories in the studio and in the field.
• Assigning stories and resources including news and production staff.
• Creating graphics and titles for newscasts.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree OR 4+ years professional work experience.
• 1+ years of experience in college news/video production or as a professional news or video producer.

Other Qualifications

• Ability to work with Inception News software.
• Ability to work with limited resources and tight deadlines.
• Ability to write copy under broadcast journalism standards.
• Ability to work individually or collaboratively to produce a quality newscast.
• Keen interest, knowledge, and awareness of current events locally and nationally.
• Time intensity that is evidenced by a track record of seizing the moment and bringing the appropriate amount of energy to solve problems and effect change sooner than later.
• Curious and perceptive nature coupled with energy that is evidenced by a history of questioning the way things are, identifying opportunities, and then effecting change with an eye toward making things better.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to explain complex issues in a clear and thorough manner as evidenced in personal interviews and via telephone.
• Working background showing the ability to manage multiple tasks.