WJAC has an immediate opening for a creative News Producer/Multi-Media Journalist!
6 News is expanding its morning news coverage and looking for a journalist who can produce a compelling newscast, and report live in the field.
This is a hybrid role for someone with strong local news judgment, solid writing skills and the ability to recognize the stories viewers need to know about each morning. You will produce a reporter-driven morning newscast, then transition to live reporting for our expanded morning coverage.
We are the region’s number one source for local news and are preparing to deliver even more distinctive content across new and expanding broadcasts. We need a journalist who is organized, deadline-driven, creative and comfortable working both behind the scenes and in front of the camera.
Broadcast producing or live-reporting experience is helpful, but we are willing to train the right person with strong storytelling instincts and a commitment to local news. Some video editing will be required.
If you are ready for a hands-on role that combines producing, reporting and breaking news, we would like to hear from you.
The ideal candidate will have:
MMJ Responsibilities include:
- Enterprise and pitch original, impactful story ideas
- Develop sources and build relationships throughout Central Pennsylvania
- Report, shoot, write and edit daily news stories and content on multiple platforms
- Deliver compelling live reports from the field
- Collaborate with photographers, producers and other journalists on major stories and special coverage
Respond quickly and creatively to breaking news
- Producer Responsibilities include:
- Be able to multitask and manage time in order to put together an exciting and informative newscast
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline 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 non-linear editing (i.e. Avid) and newsroom systems, such as iNews
- Skills and Experience:
- Sharp news judgment and a strong understanding of what matters to local audiences
- Strong writing and storytelling skills, including knowledge of AP style
- Ability to tell impactful stories on deadline
- Excellent shooting, editing and technical skills
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative newsroom
- Ability to develop sources and enterprise stories beyond the daily news cycle
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and a good driving record
- Experience:
- Must have at least some previous news producing experience or reporting 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.
About UsSinclair, 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 www.sbgi.net.About the TeamThe 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.
Skills Required
- Previous news producing experience or reporting experience at a commercial television station
- Strong local news judgment and understanding of audience-relevant stories
- Strong writing and storytelling skills, including knowledge of AP style
- Excellent shooting, editing, and technical skills
- Proficiency with non-linear editing systems such as Avid
- Proficiency with newsroom systems such as iNews
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven newsroom
- Ability to develop sources and enterprise stories
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record
- Journalism degree
What We Do
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is one of the largest and most diversified television broadcasting companies in the country. Sinclair owns and operates, programs or provides sales services to more television stations than anyone and has affiliations with all the major networks. In addition, Sinclair is the leading local news provider in the country, as well as a producer of sports content. Sinclair owns a multicast network, four radio stations and a cable network. Sinclair’s broadcast content is delivered via multiple-platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and digital platforms. Sinclair, either directly or through its venture subsidiaries, makes equity investments in strategic companies. Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. was founded in 1986, went public in 1995 and is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the ticker symbol SBGI. Throughout our history, Sinclair Broadcast Group has been at the forefront of industry-changing events and technological advances. Our vision and first-to-market mentality drives our ‘next generation’ thinking; stimulating conversations, innovating through our expertise, and advocating for the development of technology and evolving business models. As a leading over-the-air broadcast television company, our primary business is to engage consumers on multiple platforms with relevant and compelling news, entertainment and sports content, and to provide advertisers and business efficient means and value to connect with our mass audiences. We recognize the vital role broadcast television plays in branding and local content delivery, and therefore strive to constantly be at the forefront of leading edge technology and structures to advance the industry.
