Writer/Producer

Are you self-motivated, disciplined, and creative looking to leave your mark on Network Television?

WTAT FOX 24 in Charleston, SC is looking for a Writer/Producer to create a half-hour daily hot-topics variety show. 

Job Responsibilities:

• ·         Must be a news junkie and follow local, national and international stories, including entertainment, arts, and culture

• Work with show’s Host to develop relevant, trending topics and content which can be discussed on the show

• Help writing scripts and formulating questions for interviews

  • Book guests who can contribute to the daily on-air content

• Help build rolodex of contacts to bring onto the show through cold calling

• Maintain strong relationship and rapport with contacts

• Be able to produce in-studio segments and on-location shoots

• Research topics thoroughly; leave no stone unturned

  • Manage and source graphics and videos which coincide with the daily topics
  • Work with Director and Master Control to ensure show is ready for air

• Strong understanding of production value including how the show is shot on multiple cameras

  • Develop social campaigns to drive shows topics.  Work with Digital Content Director and Station Producers to promote the show.

•  Lead daily and weekly editorial meetings

   

Requirements:

• ·         Minimum two years of television production experience
• ·         BA in Communication, Journalism or related field
• ·         Strong writing, punctuation and grammar skills are a must

• Accuracy and attention to detail is imperative

  • Ability to work well under tight deadlines
  • Focused and creative, yet flexible

If this is you, please submit resume to [email protected] and include “WTAT-Writer/Producer” in the subject line.

No phone calls please.

WTAT-TV and Cunningham Broadcasting Corporation are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!