NEWS PRODUCER - WSAZ Job at Gray Media in Huntington
Gray Media - Huntington, WV, United States, 25777
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WSAZ-Station-Huntington, WV
645 5th Ave
Huntington, WV 25701, USA
Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formerly known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets, reaching approximately 36% of US television households. Its portfolio includes top-rated stations in 77 markets, and the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets, totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV households. Gray Digital Media offers digital marketing strategies through its full-service digital agency. Other properties include Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, PowerNation Studios, Assembly Atlanta, and Third Rail Studios.
Job Summary/Description:
WSAZ seeks a full-time producer capable of creating a unique and memorable newscast on its dominant #1 station. The candidate should thrive in a fast-paced, competitive environment, possess excellent writing, leadership, and organizational skills, and perform well under pressure. Responsibilities include developing and executing daily stories, coordinating field anchoring and live coverage, managing the assignment desk, and updating the station's website.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Writing copy and editing video for newscasts and web
- Ensuring clarity and conciseness of content
- Determining story lineup and timing
- Collaborating with anchors and reporters on story selection and enterprise pieces
- Working with the news team and production for on-air promotion
- Developing compelling enterprise stories
- Updating wsaz.com with news and updates
- Coordinating graphics and live shots with the director
Qualifications/Requirements:
- BA in Journalism or related field preferred
- Flexible availability
- Ability to handle stress and deadlines
Interested candidates can apply at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings by searching the job title or station, then uploading their resume, cover letter, and references. Current employees should apply via the Gray-TV UltiPro portal.
WSAZ-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage vaccination against COVID-19 for all new employees.
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