Wvtm13 is hiring: Local News Producer in Birmingham
Wvtm13 - Birmingham, AL, United States, 35275
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Job Description
WVTM, the NBC affiliate in Birmingham, AL, has an opening for a News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You should have creative vision, experience making decisions, and effective communication skills. The ideal candidate can identify and develop the big story, own breaking news, and display important weather information. You must be quick, collaborative, and accurate. The position reports to the Executive Producer.
Responsibilities
- Select, research, and write content for live newscasts to engage viewers
- Guide reporters in story production
- Coordinate creative vision with anchors, reporters, meteorologists, photographers, editors, and production staff
- Manage assigned newscasts, breaking news, and weather events
- Live-timing of newscasts
- Attendance in person is required
Requirements
- Professional or college experience in producing
- Experience working in a newsroom environment
- Strong writing and copy-editing skills
- Ability to manage multiple crews and responsibilities simultaneously
- Skill in summarizing information clearly and concisely
- Creative presentation style and resource utilization
- High journalistic integrity and ethical standards
- Availability to work holidays, nights, weekends, and during breaking news
- Related military experience will be considered
Diversity Statement
At Hearst Television, we tell stories about people of all backgrounds and identities, aiming to be as diverse as the communities we serve. Our goal is to create content that is compassionate and representative.
Benefits
Our benefits include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Emotional Wellness Support
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- LGBTQ+ Health Services
- Additional benefits to meet your needs
About Us
Hearst Television owns and operates 35 TV and 2 radio stations across 27 markets, reaching over 22 million households. We are recognized for distinguished journalism, innovation, and community service.
Additional Details
- Seniority level: Entry level
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, Writing/Editing
- Industries: Broadcast Media Production and Distribution