Producer

KCAL News has immediate openings for freelance Associate Producers at the Los Angeles Duopoly. You will be a key member of the news team, critical to the overall news image and growth of the station. We are seeking a dedicated, efficient, accurate and creative writer. You’ll write scripts, edit video, create graphics, and assist in the overall production of stories for the newscasts, as well as assisting in news cut‑in production when necessary. This is a Writers Guild of America position and membership in WGA is required. Job Function Assist Producer and fill‑in, when needed, on newscasts & cut‑ins. Must be an excellent storyteller and have the ability to craft a news story using words, pictures, sound, and graphics. Excellent writing skills and copy‑editing ability needed. Must have proven control‑room experience and be able to smoothly handle live breaking news. You need to be able to build a compelling newscast with high production value in a competitive environment. Knowledge and Skill Requirements Newswriting, line producing, editing. Collaborate effectively with a wide range of personnel to create compelling content. Maintain a steadfast commitment to accuracy and fairness. Strong tease/Promo writing. Generate story ideas and participate in editorial meetings. Understand & use digital tools such as social media & our OTT platforms to reach viewers and deliver news. At least five years’ experience, preferably in a top 20 market. Strong people skills. Other duties as assigned. Experience with Avid iNEWS and Grass Valley EDIUS System a plus. Salary & Benefits Hiring Salary Range: $34.68/hr - $48.98/hr Equal Employment Opportunity Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on‑screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social‑impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran status. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io or by sending an email to View email address on click.appcast.io. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. #J-18808-Ljbffr