WCTI/WYDO 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 website.

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

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

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Make your mark in Media with Sinclair, Inc., a diversified media company dedicated to connecting people with content everywhere! Sinclair has consistently led the broadcast industry since inception. Sinclair owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD and The Nest; and owns and provides services to 21 regional sports network brands. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net. Our success is the direct result of our extraordinary employees and management team who believe in our vision and are dedicated to ensuring a great future for our employees. We are advancing the world of Media and want YOU to join our winning team!