WAPT, the ABC affiliate in Jackson, MS has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. Accuracy is job one! Responsibilities • Select, research, and write content for live newscasts to make the newscast an "experience" for viewers • Work with and guide reporters in story production • Coordinate creative vision with team of anchors, reporters, meteorologists, photographers, editors, and production staff • Boothing assigned newscasts, breaking news and weather events • Live timing newscasts Requirements • Professional or college producing experience • Experience working in a newsroom • Have writing and copy‑editing skills • Coordinate several crews and responsibilities simultaneously • Experience summarizing information into easy‑to‑understand components • Creative presentation style, and ability to showcase all resources and elements • Have and exhibit the highest journalistic integrity and ethical standards • Must be available to work holidays, shifts including nights, weekends and overnights, and flexible with schedule to be available during breaking news • Related military experience will be considered Values in Action At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Benefits
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