News Producer, WCPO

WCPO, The E.W. Scripps Company ABC affiliate in Cincinnati, Ohio, is searching for an experienced News Producer to join our team. In this role you will create and organize content for multiple platforms, utilizing editorial, journalistic, organizational and communication skills.

Cincinnati is known for its picturesque neighborhoods, thriving arts scene, and culinary experiences, making it an exciting backdrop for those passionate about storytelling. If you're a creative storyteller who thrives in a fast-paced environment, and if you’re as passionate about Cincinnati as we are, we invite you to apply to be part of our dynamic news team.

WHAT YOU'LL DO :

Develop and organize newscasts or local programs.

Write stories and showcase them.

Collaborate with reporters, anchors, news managers, and assignment editors to determine content needs.

Enhance content with graphics, video, research, and station branding.

Execute time-sensitive decisions.

Oversee the show's broadcast and make up-to-the minute editorial decisions.

Perform desktop editing.

Post content to station's websites.

Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED :

BS / BA in related discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience

Generally, 2+ years of experience in related field preferred

WHAT YOU'LL BRING :

Avid local news consumer : knows daily news, events, trends and happenings on a local level

Strong vision and ability to advance stories

Excellent interpersonal communicator

Extraordinarily passionate about writing; courageous and creative storyteller with attention to even tiny details - choosing the perfect words while also exhibiting proper grammar and spelling

Highly organized

Highly adaptable for a fast paced, deadline driven environment

Strong self-motivation

Working knowledge of journalistic ethics and libel laws and strong editorial judgement

Able to use web analytics

Proficient with newsroom computer systems, MS Office a plus

Flexible work hours may be required, including holidays, weekends, and evenings

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