- Job Requirements: Must be local to location (or willing to work as a local).
*** Television is a leading *** company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About ****:
**** Channel 3 Eyewitness News is everywhere. We're Connecticut's #1 source for the latest weather including Connecticut's only LIVE Doppler radar, breaking news, traffic and all the info you need to make it through your day.
Job Summary/Description:
Connecticut's #1 news station has a golden opportunity for an Associate Producer who aspires to produce newscasts!
This is a fantastic chance to get your foot in the door and collaborate with the best journalists in the business. You'll learn how to produce newscasts, grow your writing skills and hone your editorial judgment.
Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Work with News Managers, producers and anchors to create and execute newscasts
- Participate in editorial meetings and pitch stories for coverage
- Select, showcase and write stories for newscasts
- Search social *** , wires, network feeds and other sources to find relevant stories
- Makes graphics, maps and lower thirds for stories
- Log video and choose soundbites for stories
- Collaborate with directors on newscast production
- Communicate with field crews
Qualifications/Requirements:
This is an entry-level opportunity. You'll need a positive attitude, willingness to learn, strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate.
Also helpful -
- An internship in a newsroom
- Clear, concise, conversational writing skills
- Strong initiative and attention to details
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressure
Come join our dynamic team, go to *** , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter and references
(Current employees that are interested in this position can apply through the *** -TV UltiPro employee portal)
****-TV/ *** Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
*** Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, *** Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
*** Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of *** ’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
*** Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior by the first workday.
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