Per Diem Producer/Newswriter
Paramount Global This is a temporary position. Position: Looking for upbeat, aggressive, visual show producer/writer to bring creative, fresh ideas to a newscast. This position would provide relief for vacation and sick calls. Primary Responsibilities:
- Must have solid news judgment and ability to support overall quality of the newscast with keen eye for detail, including spelling, fact checking, balance and fairness.
- Create and write factual updated and compelling news copy that is aligned with news strategies. Strong tease and copy writing skills. Ability to order graphics.
- Strong communication skills.
- Must be able to work in a team atmosphere.
- Must be able to manage live on air and in control room decision making. Knowledge of control room automation preferred.
- Must ensure daily show production deadlines are met.
- Must be knowledgeable in digital/social media platforms and ability to contribute to station strategies.
- Proficient desktop editing skills required. Screen and edit from both linear and non-linear services to select relevant and engaging pictures and sound.
- Must be willing to work hours as assigned.
- This is a per diem position
- This is a Writers Guild of America position and membership in WGA is required.
- Vacation-relief show producing duties.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Proven successful track record and innovative.
- Ability to write and edit broadcast copy and promotions.
- Ability to work under extreme deadline pressure.
- Two years’ experience as a newscast line producer, preferably in a top 20 market.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in journalism or similar field.
- Familiarity with Chicago area, desirable.
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