News Associate Producer

Key Responsibilities

• Independently research and generate news stories within WFLD’s standards and guidelines.
• Work closely with the station’s social media platforms, assisting with creating content, generating story ideas and writing for digital platforms.
• Strong sense of urgency.
• Must be organized, creative, and detail oriented.
• Able to take directions and work under deadline pressure.
• Cook up in-studio and remote news segments and events.
• Cook up studio guest arrivals and preparations.
• Able to react to breaking news with a calm demeanor while managing resources for coverage.
• Work closely with newscast producers to develop on-air segments.
• Contribute ideas to all of the stations platforms and community initiatives.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Journalism or related field from an accredited institution.
• Experience: 2-3 years in similar roles with increasing responsibility.
• Skills: Advanced oral and written communication, basic desktop editing, and familiarity with all media platforms.
• Attributes: Strong sense of urgency, organized, creative, detail-oriented, and calm under pressure.
• Flexibility: Ability to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Market Knowledge: Understanding of the greater Chicago market.

Pay

We are offering a pay range of $20.00-25.00 per hour, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location.