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3/27

Grand Rapids, MI Details

Full Time

The *** *** station ****, the *** affiliate in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is seeking a News Producer to join our team! The News Producer will create, lead and organize content for multiple platforms utilizing strong editorial, journalistic, organizational and communication skills.

**** YOU'LL DO:

Develop and organizes newscasts or local programs; responsible for writing, story development and showcasing
Collaborate with reporters, anchors, news managers and assignment editors to determine content needs
Enhance the content with graphics, video, research, and station branding
Execute time sensitive decisions
Responsible for oversight of live broadcast and up to the minute editorial decisions
Perform desktop editing
Post content to station's Web sites
Perform other duties as assigned

**** YOU'LL NEED:

Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field, or equivalent experience
Generally 2+ years of experience in related field preferred

**** YOU'LL BRING:

Avid local news consumer: knows daily news, events, trends and happenings on a local level
Strong vision and ability to advance stories
Excellent interpersonal communicator
Extraordinarily passionate about writing; courageous and creative storyteller with attention to even tiny details - choosing the perfect words, grammar, spelling
Highly organized
Highly adaptable - fast paced, deadline driven environment
Strong self-motivation
Working knowledge of journalistic ethics and libel laws and strong editorial judgement
Able to use web analytics
Proficient with newsroom computer systems, MS Office a plus
Flexible work hours may be required, including holidays, weekends and evenings

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If you are a current *** employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at *** .

*** ' COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:
At *** , we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture that reflects the communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and make authentic connections. We foster a workplace culture that embraces each person's diversity, including the extent to which they are similar or different. *** leaders believe that an equitable and inclusive culture is not only the right thing to do, it is a business imperative. Read more about our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion at *** .com .

ABOUT *** :

The *** *** Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified *** company focused on creating a *** ter-informed world. As one of the nation's largest local TV broadcasters, *** serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. *** reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets *** News and Court TV and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. *** is the nation's largest holder of broadcast spectrum. *** is the longtime steward of the *** National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, *** ' long-time motto is: "Give light and the people will find their own way."

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The *** *** Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

3/23

News Producer

Phoenix, AZ Details

Full Time

The News Department at *** Arizona is looking for a News Producer to join our team!

The News Producer generates, plans, and develops ideas for Morning Newscasts. The position is also responsible for conceiving, writing, and preparing broadcast material including local and national stories, newsbreaks, teasers, headlines, and digital content.

ABOUT YOU:

You must have a strong sense of journalistic ethics, an excellent editorial judgment, and a good understanding of local, state and national current events. In addition, you should have knowledge of the Latino community demographics in Arizona. You will report to the News Director.

YOUR DAY-DAY:

Minimum of 1 year experience as a News Producer.
Lead and conduct the news meeting, generating story ideas, dispatching news crews and reporters.
Oversee the on-air look of news broadcasts to make sure it follows UTG and station policies.
Full command of the Spanish language both written and spoken is required.
Proofread rundown and copy for accuracy prior to going on the air.
In charge of content and creative flow of the assigned broadcast, including writing of teases/ headlines, ordering of graphics. Oversees stories' production.
Work with the Executive Producer and News Director as liaison *** ween producer, photographers, and reporters in the field.
Story selection and assignment of stories to reporters and photographers.
Prepare newscast rundown (story selection and order) on iNews system for Morning newscasts.
Supervise writing and pre-production of each element of the newscast including all anchor-read stories and reporter full tracks, video editing and graphics.
Line produce -back timing- newscast while on the air.
Create and executes original stories for the show development and execution of sweeps projects production.
Possess leadership skills and be team player, self-starter with solid news judgment and ethics.
Possess knowledge of all aspects of newsroom operations and electronic news-gathering (ENG) and general office equipment and computers.
Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Other duties as deemed necessary.

YOU HAVE:

Minimum of 1 year experience as a News Producer.
Digital content creation experience.
Social *** savvy.
Must be comfortable working in a lead capacity.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, type, edit, reach and sit for up to (8) hours.

OUR BENEFITS:

Televisa *** believes that a happy, well-balanced employee is what makes our culture thrive. We offer a wide selection of perks and benefits including PTO; tuition reimbursement; wellness and employee support programs; 401K; and life and other insurance plans. This is all in addition to our comprehensive and competitive health benefits package featuring medical, dental and vision coverage options.

*** is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

3/23

News Producer

Indianapolis, IN Details

Full Time

It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doing!

The Producer performs newscast producer duties as well as special projects as assigned as it pertains to news content across all *** platforms and line produces as needed on live newscast.

****( *** 59)/ ****( *** 4) in the Indianapolis, Indiana market is looking for a newscast producer with the skills and instinct to craft energetic and dynamic newscasts. The ideal candidate has proven strong performance in breaking news and severe weather situations. He or she will be a solid writer who takes all sound, video, and graphic elements and crafts them into compelling newscasts from start to finish. The candidate will recognize the importance of contributing and incorporating digital content and social *** to engage viewers.

Requirements & Skills

Write solid, active & compelling news copy
Build strong newscasts using informed news judgment combined with showcasing techniques
Strategize newscast building based on knowledge of our audience, ratings and history of the area
Ability to quickly adjust newscasts to accommodate breaking news
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Coordinate with the digital team to contribute content to other platforms
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Bachelor's degree in Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
Flexible to work any shift

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

3/23

News Producer

Denver, CO Details

Full Time

****/K *** - Denver

The successful candidate should consistently produce a show that stands out as the best in their market.

You should know how to "produce up" a story and thrive on urgency.

We have the largest team in the market in the mornings, so you will have plenty of opportunities to get creative as well as get positive feedback and coaching.

Every candidate will start with two weeks of "on-the-job training" with a dedicated producer trainer. This program is unique to our station, and it is designed to set you up to succeed in our newsroom and the Denver market.

Essential Functions:

• Be creative and create compelling and memorable newscasts
• Write creative headlines and teases
• Maintain working knowledge of current events, community issues, and local contacts
• Search wire services, network feeds, websites and social *** to find relevant material for newscasts
• Work with directors and anchors on presentation of stories

• Clear, concise, conversational writing skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Demonstrate solid news judgment
• Maintain strong journalistic ethics
• Strong initiative and attention to detail
• Research and brainstorm story ideas, present ideas in editorial meetings

• Generate promotable story ideas daily
• Knowledge of Adobe Premier editing software helpful
• Communicate with the web staff during breaking news
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned
• Bachelor's Degree is required
• 1+ years of experience requested

Essential Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of newsroom software
• Knowledge of web posting software
• Strong research skills, including online research using various search engines
• Ability to stay current with national and local news/weather
• Knowledge of engaging on social ***
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressure
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Demonstrate leadership through training and mentoring less experienced staff members; guide others to get the desired outcome
• Ability to remain positive and foster a positive work environment; work well with co-workers
• Edit video and audio on industry standard equipment
• Build graphics and use effectively in shows
• Handle and adjust to last-minute changes
• Make quick, accurate decisions during the on-air process

Salary Range: $25.50 -- $28.85/hour -- Based on Experience

To Apply : Please visit the Work for Us page at ****.com: *** or at the Nexstar Website at: *** to complete the application process. To be considered for this job you must apply online . No Calls

**** EOE/MINORITIES/FEMALES/VETERANS/DISABLED****

****/K *** is an equal opportunity employer that seeks diversity in our workforce. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

****.K *** values the contribution of its employees. We recognize their efforts by offering a competitive compensation plan and an array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K), and more. We are committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Any job offer is conditional upon satisfactorily completing a background and DMV check

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

3/23