News Producer - Morning Job at Minnesotabroadcasters in Gray

Job Summary/Description:

Northern News Now is looking for a smart, competitive newscast producer. You will have access to all the latest technology at our state-of-the-art digital facility. We're looking for someone who follows the news because they like to be informed. We also want someone who knows the difference between stacking a show and creating a memorable newscast that meets our audience's needs. While this is an early morning shift, there will be opportunities to fill-in as a producer on other newscasts, with potential for advancement.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for writing/producing compelling and visually appealing newscasts for TV & digital content for web, applications, and OTT platforms.
• Must be a strong writer with an eye for the people, pictures, and pace approach to local newscasts.
• Must have the ability to craft compelling TV rundowns that emphasize urgency, immediacy, and breaking news.
• Apply SEO strategies and social engagement tactics.
• Write stories for broadcast, as well as our various digital and social platforms will also be part of the job.
• Participate in generating and providing story ideas, researching them as necessary.
• Perform other reasonable duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Strong verbal/written communication skills and knowledge of AP Style required.
• Ability to work well under pressure and well with a diverse group of people.
• Must be able to handle a wide variety of variables, including short deadlines, shifting schedules, and shifting from one platform to another.
• Valid Driver's License and clean driving record.