Location: NC-Charlotte
Job Title: News Producer - WSOC TV
Position Overview
Are you a storyteller? An investigator? Are you driven by a need to find the truth? News Producers report the original content that is the backbone of our news operations. WSOC TV Charlotte is in search of a News Producer who consistently crafts in-depth, fast-paced, memorable newscasts. The successful candidate must be able to own breaking news inside newscasts and in extended coverage. In addition, successful candidates must have an understanding of coverage on all platforms and are expected to help generate enterprise story ideas. Collaboration with others is a must for this position, and candidates should be open to feedback and have a desire to grow in their role. Candidates should have at least 3 years of producing experience.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Craft relevant, energetic, important and memorable newscasts • Develop graphic for production by Design Department • Write Opens, Stories, and Teases • Assign stories to anchors, writers, and editors for scripting, production and timing • Consult with Director, Anchor, other Producers, and Managers on production needs • Work in the Control Room during broadcast to oversee presentation and changes in format • Understand and effectively use all platforms • Other duties may be assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions Must be thoroughly professional in all aspects of journalism Must be well read on current affairs and have a wide-range working knowledge and understanding of general interest subjects
Preferred Qualifications
A minimum of 3 years professional experience in local TV news is preferred Prior news management experience is a plus Bachelors degree (B. A.) from four-year College or University in Journalism or Communications preferred
About Cox Media Group
CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The companys businesses encompass 14 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMGs TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations.
For more information about CMG, visit www.coxmediagroup.com
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