SENIOR NEWS PRODUCER - WCTV
Gray Media is a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, and the nation’s largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first or second highest-rated station in average all-day ratings. Gray also owns the largest Telemundo Affiliate group (46 markets) and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency. Additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, plus studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
WCTV is the dominant #1 CBS Affiliate in Tallahassee, offering an opportunity to work in a well-established newsroom alongside award-winning journalists. The station emphasizes big, showcased coverage on broadcast and digital platforms, focusing on memorable moments, targeted content, and unprecedented access.
About the role
WCTV is searching for a Senior Producer to lead the dayside producing team. The role involves producing compelling newscasts, including the most-watched evening broadcast. Responsibilities extend beyond show-stacking to breaking news coverage across digital and broadcast platforms, with a focus on emotion, perspective, and collaboration with veteran journalists.
Responsibilities
- Work alongside News Managers, Anchors, and Reporters to create and execute newscasts.
- Select, showcase, and write local, regional, national, and international content for presentation.
- Create graphics and lower thirds for all stories, and edit video.
- Collaborate with anchors on breaking news, trending, and feature stories.
- Write copy for the web and edit video for playback.
Requirements
- 1-2 years of producing experience in a commercial newsroom.
- Demonstrated ability to write for both the ear and the eye.
- Understanding of contemporary showcasing techniques, including maps, lower thirds, and text over video.
- Knowledge of video editing and scripting software.
- Working knowledge of web and social platforms.
- Ability to select stories, stack a rundown, and time in the booth.