Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WWSB:
Live, work, and play in a very unique media market that so many vacationers call a top destination. WWSB-TV is the ABC Television station serving Sarasota and Manatee Counties on the Suncoast of Southwest Florida. Beautiful, postcard-worthy views are bountiful, and so are the opportunities to enjoy the Florida lifestyle. Yes, the beaches are minutes away. So are some of the top attractions in Tampa Bay, Orlando, and South Florida. You're a quick ride from some of the most popular theme parks and cruise ports. While visitors come and go, our station and our newsroom are committed to serving the thousands upon thousands of people who call the Suncoast home. You'll find a special emphasis on covering news with a hyperlocal focus while embracing the best practices found in some of the region's top markets.
Job Summary/Description:
WWSB-TV, the Gray-owned ABC affiliate in Sarasota, FL is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Producer for "The Suncoast View", a daily live talk show heavily focused on local news topics, events, and organizations. A successful candidate will help coordinate all aspects of the live broadcast and digital coverage with sponsored and non-sponsored content. The producer, along with the SCV team, is responsible for booking segments, assembling a daily rundown, and managing the live show in the broadcast booth. Youll be expected to edit video and create graphics using station systems. This is a highly collaborative role with the on-air hosts and a skilled production team. It requires staying up to date about what is happening on the Suncoast. If you love thought-provoking content and a high-energy, fast-paced show, and want to create bold and unforgettable local content, this is the position for you!
Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Working with News Managers, Hosts/Producers, and Production Team to create, execute, and evolve daily hour-long broadcastsParticipating in formal and informal planning meetings, evaluating potential topics for coverageMaintaining and confirming story/segment calendar, coordinating guests using phone calls and emailHelping select, showcase, and write content for broadcast and digital productsMaking graphics, maps, and lower thirds for all stories and segmentsWriting copy, clip video, and posts to digital and social platformsEditing video for playback in live showCoordinating and helping execute multi-camera field productions, including live remote broadcastsAssists with newsroom producing duties as assigned for News Specials, Breaking News and First Alert Weather coverage.Qualifications/Requirements:
Two years of newscast / show producing experience helpfulA positive attitude, willingness to learn, and eagerness to collaborateAn internship in a commercial newsroomA degree or intensive coursework in communications and/or journalismProficiency in live control rooms and studio productionKnowledge of Edius Video Editing Systems, VizRT Graphics, and ENPS scripting softwareExperience with ARC Content Management Systems and Social News DeskInterested applicants can go to
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