Sinclair Broadcast Group
JOB DESCRIPTION
Want to kickstart your career in television news? KRCR has an immediate opening for a creative News Producer to join the #1 news team in beautiful Redding, California! In this role, you will be responsible for the day‑to‑day production of our newscasts. This position will also work closely with newsroom leaders, reporters, fellow producers, and the rest of the team on the newscast's content. In this position, you will determine the content and flow of the newscasts, work to generate and write stories, and develop content for our digital and social platforms. We are seeking a skilled individual with sound news judgment, strong writing and grammar skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues in the newsroom and field crews. Our producers play an important role in newsgathering across all of our platforms.
Ideal Candidate
Solid news judgment
Be a compelling and accurate writer
Be able to multitask and manage time to put together an exciting and informative newscast
Ability to work in a fast‑paced and deadline‑driven environment
Strong leadership and communication skills
The ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts
Flexibility and on‑the‑spot problem‑solving abilities are a must
Strong knowledge of social media platforms
Proficient with non‑linear editing (i.e., Avid) and newsroom systems, such as iNews
Experience
At least 1 year of newsroom experience at a commercial or college TV station is desired, although the right entry‑level candidate may be considered
A journalism degree is preferred
Equal Opportunity Employer Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug‑free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Sinclair Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.
Compensation & Benefits The base hourly compensation range for this role is $17.50 to $18.85 per hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full‑time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, sick leave, vacation time, personal time, parental leave and employee stock purchase plan.
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Ideal Candidate
Solid news judgment
Be a compelling and accurate writer
Be able to multitask and manage time to put together an exciting and informative newscast
Ability to work in a fast‑paced and deadline‑driven environment
Strong leadership and communication skills
The ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts
Flexibility and on‑the‑spot problem‑solving abilities are a must
Strong knowledge of social media platforms
Proficient with non‑linear editing (i.e., Avid) and newsroom systems, such as iNews
Experience
At least 1 year of newsroom experience at a commercial or college TV station is desired, although the right entry‑level candidate may be considered
A journalism degree is preferred
Equal Opportunity Employer Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug‑free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Sinclair Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.
Compensation & Benefits The base hourly compensation range for this role is $17.50 to $18.85 per hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full‑time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, sick leave, vacation time, personal time, parental leave and employee stock purchase plan.
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