Imagicomm Communications LLC is hiring: News Producer in Memphis

Producer

Are you a storyteller? An investigator? Are you driven by a need to find the truth? News Producers bring to life the original content that is the backbone of our journalism.

WHBQ is in search of a News Producer who consistently crafts in-depth, fast-paced, memorable newscasts. The successful candidate must be able to own breaking news inside newscasts and extended coverage. In addition, successful candidates must have a deep comprehension of coverage on all platforms and are expected to help generate enterprise story ideas. Collaboration with others is a must for this position, and candidates should be open to feedback and have a desire to grow in their role. Candidates should have at least 2 years of producing experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Chief gatekeeper for all journalism inside your newscast
• Craft relevant, energetic, important and memorable newscasts
• Develop graphic for production by Design Department
• Write Opens, Stories, and Teases
• Assign stories to anchors, writers, and editors for scripting, production and timing
• Consult with Director, Anchor, other Producers, and Managers on production needs
• Work in the Control Room during broadcast to oversee presentation and changes in format
• Understand and effectively use all platforms
• Other duties may be assigned

• A minimum of 2 years professional experience in local TV news is preferred
• Prior news management experience is a plus
• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year College or University in Journalism or Communications
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Must be thoroughly professional in all aspects of journalism
• Must be well read on current affairs and have a wide range of working knowledge and understanding of general interest subjects

Imagicomm Communications, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, genetic information, ancestry, age, sex, gender, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, or any other status or characteristics protected by federal, state and/or local laws. Applicants may notify the appropriate local, state or federal agency if they believe they have been the victims of discrimination.