News Producer

Sinclair Broadcast Group/Chattanooga has an immediate opening for a creative news producer.

Will be responsible for the day-to-day production of our evening newscasts, working closely with the assistant news director, director and assignment desk on the newscast and its content. This position 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.

Ideal candidate will have solid news judgment, be a compelling and accurate writer, be able to multitask and manage his/her time in order to put together an exciting and informative newscast in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Must have at least 2 years of previous news producing experience at a commercial TV station, demonstrated leadership skills, excellent communication skills and the ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts. Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving abilities are a must.  Journalism degree preferred. Should also be proficient with non-linear editing such as Avid and newsroom systems such as iNews.

Apply online at www.sbgi.net and include a recent web link of your work. If you do not have a link to your work, please submit your resume online and then send a non-returnable DVD of a recent newscast to:

News Director

WTVC

4279 Benton Drive

Chattanooga, TN  37406

Please, no phone calls.

Sinclair Broadcast Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace.