News Producer

Job description

KOMO/KUNS 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 web site and for live, digital programming. 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 Additional Qualifications (Digital Emphasis): Strong interest in digital and streaming news production, even if primary experience is in traditional TV Understanding of how dig...