Part Time Associate Producer at Sinclair Broadcast Group

Providence, Rhode Island, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Broadcast News Writing, Video Editing, Social Media Management, Guest Booking, Research, News Judgment, Avid Editing Software, Teleprompter Operation

Industry

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

Description

WJAR, Southern New England's News Leader and one of America’s most-watched television stations, has a rare opportunity to help produce a live, daily news-talk program on television. This show is driven by a dynamic host covering current events and compelling topics and includes guests and interaction with our viewers. The ideal candidate will follow the news closely in Southern New England and nationally, be flexible and work quickly. This is a part-time position with the possibility for advancement. Previous experience in a newsroom and/or with a live program are required. Guest booking, research, editing, writing and social media management are some of the responsibilities in this position. Responsibilities: * Writing copy for newscasts * Editing video for newscasts * Posting stories online and to social media * Operating teleprompter during newscasts * Assisting Producers with finding stories * Assisting with other editorial duties as assigned Required Skills and Experience: * The ability to work well in a fast-paced environment * The ability to write quality broadcast news copy under tight deadlines * You must have strong writing and news judgment skills * Experience with Avid editing software a plus * A 4-year degree in Journalism or Mass Communications * Available to work all shifts including weekdays, evenings, overnight, weekends, and some holidays EEO AND INCLUSIVITY: Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net. [https://sbgi.net/] The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.

Responsibilities

The Associate Producer will write copy, edit video, and manage social media for a live daily news-talk program. Responsibilities also include guest booking, research, and operating the teleprompter during newscasts.