Description
KENS-TV San Antonio, a TEGNA-owned CBS affiliate, is seeking an innovative News Producer to shape daily newscasts. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative, motivated journalist who works well within a team to bring the truth to growing audiences across platforms.
Responsibilities:
- Pitch compelling stories using natural curiosity
- Showcase creativity and storytelling skills
- Craft stories of all lengths on all platforms for specific audiences
- Meet daily deadlines
- Combine live pictures, graphics, compelling video, and emotional sound to create an engaging experience
- Provide continuous coverage on live streams for breaking news and community events
- Try new things after thoughtful discussion with supervisors
- Drive content in rundowns with impactful and emotional conversations
- Use data analytics to help shape the content of the show
- Challenge traditional ways of doing things
- Ensure all communities and viewpoints have a voice and presence in the show
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree preferred in journalism, communications, or a related field, or equivalent years of experience
- 3-5 years of news content experience
- Top-notch communication skills
- Solid journalistic judgment and a news philosophy emphasizing accurate, fair, and unique local content
- Understanding of professional journalism tenets
- Skills in producing engaging newscasts and digital content
- Strong social media skills
- Organizational skills and the ability to work under time pressure deadlines
- Ability to handle live, breaking news situations and changing events calmly
- ENPS and Edius system experience preferred
Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and eye care coverage
- 401(k) program with company match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Virtual doctor's appointments and therapy sessions