NEWS PRODUCER (PRIMARY) - KOLD
About the station
KOLD 13 News is a Gray Media station and the CBS affiliate in Tucson, Arizona. We are the best local television station in Southern Arizona and the #1 digital platform, with more than 70 years of service. We produce 62 hours of live, televised newscasts per week between KOLD and our shared services partner, KMSB Fox 11.
About the role
Southern Arizona's news leader is seeking a dynamic newscast producer. We're looking for someone who lives for current events – who has excellent news judgment, superb writing skills, and a knack for showcasing stories for the viewer. We need a driven, creative producer who works well with a team of talented professionals to create compelling newscasts. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a clear understanding of the relationship between broadcast and digital/CTV platforms as well as how to build a newscast (not just stack stories).
Responsibilities
- Line produce live newscasts daily
- Select content
- Write scripts
- Edit video
- Coordinate with digital producers on cross-platform content
- Communicate with anchors, assignment desk, field crews, and others to ensure execution of a high-quality newscast
- Produce live breaking news and special event coverage
- Participate in daily editorial meetings
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism or a related field
- Self-starter skills
- Knowledge of and ability to operate state-of-the-art television news equipment as well as content management systems and social media
- Experience producing with multiple live sources preferred
- Excellent writing, showcasing, and time management skills required