Oregon Assocation of Broadcasters is hiring: Newscast Producer in Portland

Station/Company: KATU TV
Location: Portland, Oregon
Hours: Full Time

Job Summary

Position/Title:
Newscast Producer
Details:
In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day production of our newscasts. This position will also work closely with the Executive Producer, Director, Assignment Desk, and Anchors on the newscast and its content. You will determine the content and flow of newscasts, work with management and on-air staff to generate and write stories, and develop content for our website.

Requirements

KATU/KUNP has an immediate opening for a creative News Producer! The ideal candidate will have:

1. Solid news judgment
2. Compelling and accurate writing skills
3. Ability to multitask and manage time to put together an exciting and informative newscast
4. Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment
5. Strong leadership and communication skills
6. Ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts
7. Flexibility and on-the-spot problem-solving abilities
8. Proficiency with non-linear editing (i.e., Avid) and newsroom systems, such as iNews

Experience

Must have at least some previous news producing experience at a commercial TV station, although the right entry-level candidate may be considered. A Journalism degree is preferred.

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Sinclair

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair’s content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation’s largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility, and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.

Contact:
Sinclair Broadcast Group
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