News Producer

This is a Freelance Job

Producer News Freelance

Pittsburgh, PA

Primary Responsibilities:

Produce newscasts as assigned; write for other assigned newscasts

Required Skills
Ability to multi-task and manage a show under pressure in and out of the control room, provide leadership and communicate with all the newscast staff.

A history of managing deadlines

Excellent broadcast writing skills, including teases

Ability to understand news stories, how they impact viewers and how to best communicate that in words and visuals

Able to use and lead multiple resources to produce a compelling show including: video, sound, graphics, multiple studio standup locations, multiple live reporters

We’re looking for a creative producer, not just a show stacker! A teammate with great people skills who can take direction from managers and execute the station’s mission for a newscast

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

College Degree preferred

At least two years’ experience producing a TV newscast required

Familiarity with non-linear editing and playback systems preferred

Familiarity with social media and how to use it to generate and promote stories a plus

Experience managing reporters using all forms of live transmission (i.e. LiveU, Dejero, Zoom, Skype, Facetime, Facebook, ENG and KU, etc.)

Must be able to work all shifts

Organizations that wish to receive job vacancy notices from this posting’s television station should contact sf_recruitingsupport@paramount.com.