News Producer

KBAK/KBFX has an immediate opening for a creative AM News Producer! In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day production of our AM newscast. This position will also work closely with the AM Executive Producer, Directors, and Anchors on the newscast and its content. In this position you will determine the content and flow of newscasts, work with management and on-air staff to generate and write stories and develop content for our web site. The ideal candidate will have: Solid news judgement Be a compelling and accurate writer Be able to multitask and manage time to put together an exciting and informative newscast Ability to work in a fast-paced and dead-driven environment Strong leadership and communication skills The ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving abilities are a must Proficient with newsroom systems, such as iNews. Experience: Must have at least some previous news producing experience at a commercial TV station, although the right entry-level candidate may be considered A journalism degree is preferred EEO AND INCLUSIVITY: Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. The base hourly compensation range for this role is $17.50 to $18.11 per hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates’ relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full-time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, sick leave, vacation time, personal time, parental leave and employee stock purchase plan. participation in a retirement plan life and disability insurance health, dental and vision plans flexible spending accounts sick leave vacation time personal time parental leave employee stock purchase plan About Us Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at About the Team The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk. Job Info Locations 1901 Westwind Drive, Bakersfield, CA, 93301, US (On-site) #J-18808-Ljbffr Sinclair Broadcast Group