News Producer, KNXV Job at ABC15 Arizona in Phoenix

KNXV, The E.W. Scripps Company ABC affiliate in Phoenix, Arizona, is seeking an experienced News Producer to join our team. With a rich legacy of serving the local community for over 4 decades, KNXV has become an integral part of the fabric of Phoenix, known for its innovative, award-winning news coverage and commitment to highlighting the diverse culture and dynamic spirit of this thriving metropolis.

As a News Producer, you will have the opportunity to craft and organize compelling content across multiple platforms, collaborating closely with reporters, anchors, and news managers to deliver must-watch news that resonates with the local audience. If you are a passionate, detail-oriented storyteller who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, we encourage you to explore this exciting opportunity to join the KNXV team and contribute to the station's continued success in the heart of Arizona.

WHAT YOU'LL DO :

Develop and organize newscasts or local programs.

Write story development and showcasing.

Collaborate with reporters, anchors, news managers and assignment editors to determine content needs.

Enhance content with graphics, video, research, and station branding.

Execute time sensitive decisions.

Oversee live broadcast and up to the minute editorial decisions.

Perform desktop editing.

Post content to station's websites.

Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED :

BS / BA in related discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience

Generally, 2+ years of experience in related field preferred

WHAT YOU'LL BRING :

Avid local news consumer : knows daily news, events, trends and happenings on a local level

Strong vision and ability to advance stories

Excellent interpersonal communicator

Extraordinarily passionate about writing; courageous and creative storyteller with attention to even tiny details - choosing the perfect words, grammar, spelling

Highly organized

Highly adaptable - fast paced, deadline driven environment

Strong self-motivation

Working knowledge of journalistic ethics and libel laws and strong editorial judgement

Able to use web analytics

Proficient with newsroom computer systems, MS Office a plus

Flexible work hours may be required, including holidays, weekends and evenings

At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections.

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ : SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law.

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