Morning News Producer
KOTA and KEVN are looking for a dynamic morning news producer. Responsible for the overall production of a newscast. The producer is in charge of story selection and rundown order. Coordinates with reporters to ensure that stories fit seamlessly within the newscast. Writes stories as needed. Writes teases to retain audience for the program. Working in the control room, responsible for timing of the program. Must be able to edit videotape.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- shoot, write and edit local stories
- use editorial judgement to determine content of local newscasts.
- use social media to engage with community and help generate contacts and story ideas
- post daily to all digital platforms and social media including attaching images and streaming video
- interview subjects and research facts for credibility
- produce newscasts as assigned
- follow clothing and appearance guidelines
- collaborate with news managers, other producers and reporters for content and newscast development
- edit video and stories for broadcast
- must have a good driving record