NEWS PRODUCER - KPTV
Company: Gray Television
Location: Beaverton
Posted on: January 20, 2023
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Job Description:
About Gray Television: Gray Television is a leading media
company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113
television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US
television households. We constantly strive for excellence. Through
upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on
top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the
best and brightest employees in the business. About KPTV: KPTV is a
Fox-affiliated television station licensed to Portland, Oregon.
Owned by Atlanta-based Gray Television, it is part of a duopoly
with Vancouver, Washington-licensed MyNetworkTV affiliate KPDX. Job
Summary/Description: The News Producer creates, coordinates, and
executes newscasts. This position provides editorial and production
direction to associate producers and field crews on content,
coordination and newscast execution. The News Producer coordinates
efforts of anchors, reporters, editors and other staff toward
crafting a compelling newscast. In addition, this position develops
day-to-day on-air look of the newscast to attract the largest
available audience to the station's profitable newscasts. Essential
responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - 50% Previews
news material before airing. Writes, edits and researches show
elements. Prepares interview segments. - Coordinates breaking
stories. Selects graphics and pre-production elements. Proof reads
scripts. Coordinates breaking news and executes show in the control
room. Edits video as necessary.- 10% Collaborates with executive
producer, reporters, assignment desk and photographers to determine
the content of broadcasts. Participates in story planning
meetings.- 10% Times the show while on air; meets all requirements
of commercial content and off-times. 10 Conceptualizes innovative
graphic and pre-production elements. Monitors and works to
constantly improve and evolve the look and execution of newscasts.-
10% Coordinates with creative services department to develop
effective promotions for upcoming shows, newscasts and events.- 10%
Assists the assignment desk and edits tape as necessary.
Qualifications/Requirements: Education: - Bachelor's degree in
Broadcast Journalism, Communications or a related field, or
equivalent experience preferred. Experience: - Minimum of one year
producing or production support experience for a television or
cable station. Two years experience preferred. Specific Knowledge,
Skills and Abilities: - Experience using Avid, internet production
tools, MS Office strongly preferred.- Must possess advanced
understanding of newscast presentation.- Must possess excellent
writing and graphics skills with ability to provide an interesting
and substantive product.- Must be results oriented.- Ability to
focus on coordination of daily and long range segments from first
contact to on-air product.- Must possess strong written and verbal
communication skills.- Ability to make quick decisions without
losing composure. Interested applicants can, go to , you may type
in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now",
upload your cover letter, resume, and references Additional Info:
Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to
all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies
with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in
employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment,
including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination,
layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and
training. Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace
harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age,
genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper
interference with the ability of Gray's employees to perform their
job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
As a condition of employment, Gray Television will require that
newly hired employees, whether part-time or full-time, be fully
vaccinated against the coronavirus by the first workday to the
extent permitted by applicable law unless you qualify for a medical
or religious accommodation.
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