News Producer Job at Entravision Communications Corporation in Las Vegas

About Entravision

Entravision is a leading global advertising, media, commerce, and ad-tech solutions company connecting brands to consumers by representing top platforms and publishers. With operations on five continents, we represent clients such as Meta, TikTok, Spotify, LinkedIn, Snapchat, Anzu, and Twitter. We are now commencing operations in Iceland, representing one of the top global technology platforms. We are putting together a strong local team, which will work with our global teams, and The Platform’s team to increase the results of the marketing and advertising efforts of Icelandic businesses and agencies.

News Producer

Las Vegas, NV | Full Time

Summary

The News Producer is responsible for development and organization of the local newscasts including writing, story development, showcasing and overseeing the live broadcast and up to the minute editorial decisions. Candidates will work closely with the News Director, Assignment Editor and MMJs to determine content needs. Qualified candidates will enhance the content of the rundown with graphics, video, research and station branding.

Skills and Abilities

Qualified candidates should possess excellent written and oral communication skills and must have a passion for great visual storytelling. They should be able to write clearly for television broadcasts. Candidates should be energetic, experienced journalists who work well in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. Strong written, organizational, communication and writing skills are a must, as is keen editorial judgment and the ability to handle breaking news. Candidates must demonstrate creative skills, editorial judgment, journalistic ethics and libel laws.

Essential Functions

• Develop interesting story ideas using strong editorial judgment.
• Assist in coordinating interviews and logistics for field crews.
• Facilitate the news gathering process and ensure comprehensive coverage of all news stories across all platforms.
• Develop enterprise story ideas consistent with the Entravision news brand.
• Cultivate contacts important to news coverage in the market, including law enforcement.
• Write compelling stories for newscasts.
• Call sources and follow up on leads, identifying the most compelling video and sound.
• Master the station’s graphics system and use all available information and media to craft compelling and accurate daily stories online and on air.
• Work closely with fellow producers, anchors, reporters, and control room operators to ensure technically flawless newscasts.

Competencies

• Multi-task in a dynamic, high-pressure, deadline and content-driven environment.
• Read, write and speak Spanish fluently.
• Strong proficiency in iNews preferred.
• Self-starter who knows how to craft news, sports, and weather stories from beginning to end.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent people skills.
• Sound judgment.
• Strategic thinking.
• Strong leadership.
• Teamwork.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications or a related field or equivalent training and/or experience. 3 or more years’ experience in a Producer role within a true newsroom, non-college station.
• Live shot experience is a must.
• Solid social media experience and well-connected.
• Demonstrated experience as an Associate Producer preferred.
• Strong understanding of news gathering ethical and legal issues.
• Genuine enthusiasm for work and a drive for excellence.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a Full-Time position, Monday through Friday. Must be able to work holidays as needed and the necessary hours to perform the duties as outlined above. Actual hours and schedule may vary.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

Reports directly to News Director.

OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Entravision Communications Corporation participates in the E-Verify system operated by the US Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration and will use E-Verify to confirm work eligibility for all new hire employees.

Entravision Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage women and minorities to apply.