NEWS PRODUCER (PRIMARY) - WFSB

News Producer (Primary) - WfsbConnecticut's #1 TV station is looking for a News Producer with a vision, a passion, and a plan. You'll spend your day crafting a newscast and collaborating with a newsroom team that's more like a family -- to make the on-air magic happen. Each day is a chance to flex your creativity muscles, show off your writing, and create a show from scratch. You'll thrive under pressure and jump into action when there's breaking news yet stay calm, cool, and collected, steering the ship in the control room. If you're a big thinker, with innovative ideas, and live for an adrenaline rush, this opportunity is for you! Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to): Produce daily newscast Conceptualize newscast rundown Collaborate with EP, field crews, and assignment desk to determine content of newscast Write scripts Research stories Pitch story ideas Participate in editorial meetings Preview material before air Work with reporters and directors on innovative production elements Create compelling graphics Incorporate and coordinate breaking news Work to constantly improve and evolve the look and execution of newscasts Execute the show from the control room Meet all show timing requirements Qualifications/Requirements: Education: Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent training and/or experience. Experience: One to two years of producing or production support experience for a television, cable, or college station. Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Experience using ENPS, internet production tools, and Edius is a plus. Ability to work a flexible work schedule and work as a member of a team. Must possess an advanced understanding of newscast presentation. Must possess excellent writing and graphics skills with the ability to provide an interesting and substantive product. Must be results-oriented. Ability to focus on coordination of daily and long-range segments from first contact to on-air products. Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work in a creative, fast-paced environment. Ability to make quick decisions without losing composure. Must be able to manage multiple projects and assignments simultaneously. Previous experience with script writing and editorial experience preferred. 10 % Travel Required (Approximate) Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.