News Producer

The role

This person will shape daily newscasts and craft stories of all lengths for various platforms. They will use data analytics, live pictures, graphics, and video to create engaging experiences for audiences.

What you will do

• Pitch compelling stories.
• Craft stories of all lengths on all platforms.
• Meet daily deadlines.
• Combine live pictures, graphics, video and sound to create an engaging experience.
• Booth continuous coverage on live streams for breaking news and community events.
• Try new things after discussion with supervisors.
• Use data analytics to help shape the content of the show.
• Ensure all communities and viewpoints have a voice and presence in the show.

Required qualifications

• 1-3 years of news content experience.
• Top-notch communication skills.
• Solid journalistic judgement and a news philosophy that emphasizes accurate, fair and unique local content.
• Understanding of the tenets of professional journalism.
• Skills in producing engaging, content-driven newscasts and digital content.
• Strong social media skills.
• Organizational skills and the ability to work under time pressure deadlines.
• Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events.

Nice to have

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in journalism, communications or related field or equivalent years of experience.
• ENPS and Edius system experience preferred.

Benefits

• Two medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas.
• Dental and eye care coverage.
• Fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance.
• Disability and life insurance.
• 401(k) program with 100% match on the first 4% of pay.
• Nine free virtual doctor’s appointments through Teladoc.
• 12 free annual therapy sessions through Spring Health.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Nine paid holidays per year.

About the company

TEGNA Inc. provides local news and services through 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets. WTIC WCCT-TV is the TEGNA-owned CW/FOX affiliate in Hartford.