Scripps Sports is seeking a Segment Producer to develop, pitch, and produce compelling content for live sports programming. This position plays a critical role in identifying timely stories, producing high-quality segments, and collaborating with talent and production teams to deliver engaging content to viewers across multiple platforms. Remote work environment in a Scripps Sports approved property state.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:- Pitch, develop, and write content related to the latest national, international, and sports news stories.
- Produce compelling segments that support daily shows and special programming.
- Deliver quick-turn, high-priority packages while maintaining exceptional production quality and editorial standards.
- Write scripts and collaborate with Senior Producers to refine segment elements and ensure they meet quality and timing requirements.
- Work closely with talent, editors, producers, and production teams to coordinate graphics, video, sound, and other production elements needed for live segments.
- Organize and oversee all creative components required to successfully execute assigned segments.
- Create banners and supporting graphic elements as needed.
- Identify and pitch engaging story ideas, guests, and interview opportunities.
- Monitor news, sports, and social media trends to identify relevant content opportunities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Broadcast Production, or a related field preferred, or equivalent years of experience.
- 3+ years of experience in television news, sports programming, or live broadcast production as a Line Producer, Segment Producer, or similar role.
- Experience pitching, developing, and producing live reporter packages and guest segments.
- Proven experience writing and producing content for live television.
- Strong understanding of broadcast production workflows and newsroom operations.
- Experience working under deadline pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Regular use of computers, broadcast systems, production tools, and video conferencing technology.
- Schedule flexibility may be required, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and special event coverage based on production needs.
- Strong writing, storytelling, and editorial judgment skills.
- Ability to cultivate and pitch story ideas and secure compelling guests.
- Demonstrated ability to oversee and coordinate all creative elements supporting live segments.
- Strong visual storytelling instincts and experience identifying impactful video and graphic elements.
- Solid social media experience and understanding of digital audience engagement.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to effectively work with diverse teams and communities.
- Proven time-management, organization, and multitasking abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while consistently meeting daily deadlines.
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At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to succeed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose.
ABOUT SCRIPPS:
The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating connection. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlet Scripps News and popular entertainment brands ION, ION Plus, ION Mystery, Bounce, Grit and Laff. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps Sports serves professional and college sports leagues, conferences and teams with local market depth and national broadcast reach of up to 100% of TV households. Founded in 1878, Scripps is the steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and its longtime motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.”
As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Broadcast Production, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of experience in television news, sports programming, or live broadcast production as a Line Producer, Segment Producer, or similar role
- Experience pitching, developing, and producing live reporter packages and guest segments
- Proven experience writing and producing content for live television
- Strong understanding of broadcast production workflows and newsroom operations
- Experience working under deadline pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Regular use of computers, broadcast systems, production tools, and video conferencing technology
- Schedule flexibility including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and special event coverage
- Strong writing, storytelling, and editorial judgment skills
- Ability to cultivate and pitch story ideas and secure compelling guests
- Experience creating banners and supporting graphic elements and strong visual storytelling instincts
- Solid social media experience and understanding of digital audience engagement
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills
The E.W. Scripps Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match is part of the standard package, and retirement planning is highlighted in company materials. This provides a conventional savings vehicle that aligns with large‑company norms.
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Parental & Family Support — Adoption assistance is offered, and eligibility includes spouses and domestic partners. Parental leave is described as standard, with specifics varying by role and location.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Offerings include an Employee Assistance Program, mental health resources, ID protection, and pet programs, alongside community giving perks via the Scripps Howard Fund. Some roles also note flexible schedules, remote options, or an optional four‑day work week.
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What We Do
Serves audiences and businesses through a growing portfolio of television, radio and digital media brands. The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As the nation’s fourth-largest local TV broadcaster, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of 61 stations in 41 markets. The Scripps Networks reach nearly every American through the national news outlets Court TV and Newsy and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Grit, Laff and Court TV Mystery. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps runs an award-winning investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps has held for decades to the motto, “Give light and the people will find their own way.”
