Producer

Do you enjoy starting with a blank slate every day? Is seeing your vision come to life on the screen your idea of fun? We’re looking for a producer for our weekend evening newscasts who enjoys being part of a team and who is focused on our viewers. Our producing team are leaders in our newsroom in Lexington, KY, one of U.S. News and World Report’s “Best Places to Live in the U.S.” again in 2023.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Produces newscasts for broadcast across all platforms
Writes and orders news stories
Approves scripts
Balances news and feature content to create compelling broadcasts
Edits video
Writes stories for the website and other eMedia platforms
Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites
Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
Fluency in English
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Minimum two years’ experience in news operations (Depending on market size)
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Flexibility to work any shift
Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record