Producer at Meredith Operations Corporation in Nashville, Tennessee

Job Description:

Job Title

Job Description

WSMV, a Meredith Corporation TV station, is recruiting for a Producer. The Producer at WSMV creates, coordinates, writes and executes a variety of competitive newscasts. They display creativity, aggressiveness, attention to detail, resourcefulness and team spirit in the pursuit of excellent newscasts and content for online and social platforms. In addition, the Producer:

• Coordinates efforts of Anchors, Reporters, Editors and other staff toward crafting a compelling newscast.



• Develops day-to-day on-air look of the newscast to attract the largest available audience to the station's profitable newscasts.




• Contributes to station's web and multi-media efforts

II. Essential Job Functions

Weight % Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results

50 - Previews news material before airing. Writes scripts for broadcast and digital platforms, including edits and research show elements. Prepares possible interview segments. Coordinates breaking stories. Selects graphics and pre-production elements. Proofreads scripts. Coordinates breaking news and executes show in the control room. Contributes content to web and multimedia efforts.

10 - Collaborates with executive producer, reporters, digital content center and photographers to determine the content of broadcasts. Contributes story ideas and participates in editorial planning meetings. Communicates fully with anchors.

10 - Times the show while on air; meets all requirements of commercial content and off-times.

10 - Conceptualizes innovative graphic and pre-production elements. Monitors and works to constantly improve and evolve the look and execution of newscasts.

10 - Coordinates with creative services department to develop effective promotions for upcoming shows, newscasts and events.

10 - Assists the digital content center as needed.

III. Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements | All must be met to be considered.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications or a related field, or equivalent training and/or experience.

Experience:

Two to three years producing experience preferred.

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience using Avid, internet production tools, MS Office, Wide Orbit and I-News strongly preferred.


• Ability to work a flexible work schedule and work as a member of a team.


• Must possess advanced understanding of newscast presentation and content creation.


• Must possess excellent writing and graphics skills with ability to provide an interesting and substantive product.


• Must be results oriented.


• Ability to focus on coordination of daily and long range segments from first contact to on-air product.


• Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to work in a creative, fast paced environment.


• Ability to make quick decisions without losing composure.


• Must be able to manage multiple projects and assignments simultaneously.


• Previous experience with script writing and editorial experience preferred.


• Must possess a valid Driver's License with a good driving record.


• Travel requirements 10% local travel.

It is the policy of Meredith to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Meredith will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailingMeredith.Human.Resources@meredith.com.

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