AAJA25 is hiring : News Producer, WLS-TV in Chicago

WLS-TV News - ABC 7 Eyewitness News Chicago

190 N. State Street, Chicago, Illinois, United States 60601

Web : www.abc7chicago.com

Company Profile Disney Entertainment’s eight-owned ABC stations are multiplatform leaders in local news and information. ABC7 / WLS-TV Chicago is the No. 1 local news source and most-watched television station in Chicago.

Job Description ABC 7 Chicago’s #1 news is seeking an experienced newsroom leader to produce its top-rated 6 : 00pm newscast and its 6 : 30pm streaming newscast.

News Producer, WLS-TV Job Summary : We are seeking a skilled News Producer to join our team. The successful candidate will have a strong background in newscast producing and be able to craft a fast-paced, visually compelling show.

Responsibilities :

In addition to crafting a fast-paced, visually compelling show, the producer is responsible for communicating with reporters about the focus and format of their stories.

The producer will report directly to the Executive Producer and will also be responsible for creating graphics and editing video at their desktop.

The producer will be responsible for creating some graphics and editing video at their desktop.

Job Requirements Basic Qualifications :

Minimum of 5 plus years newscast producing experience in a medium to large market.

Must have rock-solid news judgment and be aggressive when it comes to covering breaking news.

Strong writing, communication, and organizational skills.

Demonstrates consistent use of digital media and user-generated content in all parts of newscast creation from story selection to on-air presentation.

Required Education :

Bachelor’s degree required

Additional Information :

This role is considered on-site, which means the employee will work from a Company designated location on an ongoing basis.

Reporting Location – Chicago, IL

The hiring range for this position in Chicago, IL is $113,800 to $152,500 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

About ABC Owned TV Stations : The Disney Entertainment Television group creates original entertainment and news content for the Company’s streaming platforms and its cable and broadcast networks.

Equal Employment Opportunity : WLS Television, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.

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