Producer

Producer

WVVA is looking to fill an important broadcast news producer position! This is a rare opportunity to join our team!

The producer is one of the most crucial positions in a newsroom. The successful candidate must be able to produce creative, compelling, visually appealing newscasts every day. The position requires someone who is a strong leader, an excellent communicator, organized and passionate about the news. Candidate must be an excellent writer for all multi-platform content. We’re looking for a hardworking journalist who can create an experience for our viewers, not simply write and organize news stories.

Duties Responsibilities (included but not limited to)

• Prioritize, organize, and produce compelling newscasts.


• Maintain working knowledge of current events, community issues, and local contacts.


• Responsible for oversight of live broadcast and up-to-the-minute editorial decisions.


• Must be strong at managing breaking news and severe weather coverage.


• Must be able to think strategically from the producer chair daily, as well as motivate your team to execute your vision.


• Must have strong communication skills in both newsroom and master control.


• Experience with Edius and or ENPS a plus.


• Strong skills working with digital media and the ability post stories to multimedia platforms.


• Ability to be a team player and maintain a professional attitude.

Qualifications (included by not limited to)

• 1-2 years of newscast producing experience preferred.


• Bachelor’s degree in journalism or communications field preferred.


• Video editing experience preferred.


• Flexible work schedule required, must be willing to work a variety of shifts as well as holidays.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our market, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

Nestled in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains in Nature’s Air-Conditioned City, Bluefield, WV, WVVA TV is centrally located to many major markets. The two Virginias are home to world-class white-water rafting, thousands of miles of hiking trails, skiing and so much more. We love living here!

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with the best group of people in the business, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings to apply. No phone calls please.

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