About this role
WANE 15, the news and weather leader in Fort Wayne, is currently accepting applications for a Part-time News Producer. This position requires weekend morning shifts. They will serve as the fill-in producer or production assistant for vacancies/vacations and voids. Must possess writing and editing abilities or be open to learn. Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Produces news reports for all platforms. • Ensures that all news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality. • Writes news stories in a clear and concise manner, helps with timing of a newscast • Assists in writing, copy editing, researching, and coordinating programming and other content. • Responds to breaking and other urgent newsroom situations as required. • Operate studio and remote cameras during live broadcasts. • Set up cameras and related equipment. • Operate ROSS Xpression for live broadcasts.
Requirements & Skills:
• High school diploma is required. A Bachelor's degree in Journalism, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience is a plus. • Fluency in English • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written • Ability to write story from beginning to end. • Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. • Flexibility to work any shift. • Must pass a background screening to hire
ALL applicants must apply on-line at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar. Please upload resume.
NOTE: This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
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