Multimedia Producer

Essential Functions

• Produce a newscast for broadcast and our CTV app
• Search wire services, network feeds, websites, and social media to find relevant material for newscasts
• 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
• Maintain working knowledge of current events, community issues, and local contacts
• Post and update stories to station website and social media sites, engage viewers
• Communicate with the web staff during breaking news
• Write news stories
• Aid producers in formatting other newscasts

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
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressure
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• 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

Pay

$24.00+/hr commensurate with experience and skill level.