News Producer

CBS Austin has an immediate opening for a creative News Producer! In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day production of our newscasts. This position will also work closely with the Executive Producer, Director, Assignment Desk and Anchors on the newscast and its content. In this position you will determine the content and flow of newscasts, work with management and on-air staff to generate and write stories and develop content for our web site and social media platforms.

The ideal candidate will have :

Solid news judgment

Be a compelling and accurate writer

Be able to multitask and manage time in order to put together an exciting and informative newscast

Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment

Strong leadership and communication skills

The ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts and digital platforms

Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving abilities are a must

Proficient with non-linear editing (i.e. Avid) and newsroom systems, such as iNews

Experience :

Must have at least some previous news producing experience at a commercial TV station, although the right entry-level candidate may be considered

A Journalism degree is preferred

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY :

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.