Producer

WLWT-TV News 5, Hearst Television's top-rated NBC affiliate in Cincinnati, OH, has an opening for a strong, take-charge producer who will elevate our news product to the next level. The right candidate will have a track record of being creative and aggressive, while making decisions and communicating the plan in a clear, concise manner. We expect excellent news judgment and a can-do attitude. Candidates must know how to own breaking news, win the big story and produce dominant weather coverage during severe events. Candidates must be quick and calm under pressure. This role reports to the Assistant News Director.

 

Responsibilities:

• Selecting, researching and writing compelling content for live newscasts to make the newscast an “experience” for viewers
• Working with news management to execute the strategic vision and brand of the news organization
• Showcasing content and anchors to win the big story and make the newscast visually compelling and memorable
• Communicating, coordinating and executing creative vision with team of anchors, reporters, meteorologists, photographers, editors and production staff
• Consistently posting to digital platforms 
• In-person attendance is required

 

Requirements:

• Excellent writing, spelling, grammar and copy-editing skills
• Ability to multi-task and coordinate several crews and responsibilities simultaneously
• An ability to summarize information into easy-to-understand components
• Creative presentation style, and ability to showcase all resources and elements
• Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
• Must be available to work holidays, when necessary, shifts that may include nights, weekends and overnights, and flexible with schedule to be available during severe weather and breaking news
• Onsite attendance required
• College degree in broadcast journalism, broadcast news, or related field or equivalent work experience
• Creative presentation style
• Ability to showcase content and anchors
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Knowledge of ENPS or similar programs a plus

 

Value in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

 

Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ+ Health Services
• Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

About Us

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.