What are the responsibilities and job description for the Newscast Producer position at WAVE?
Company Description
WAVE has been serving and building a better community across Kentucky and Southern Indiana for seven decades. As Kentucky's first TV station and the first in Louisville to broadcast in color and HD, WAVE News is known for its award-winning journalism and breakthrough investigations. Our content is available on multiple platforms, including news and weather apps, as well as CTV. WAVE has been a pioneer in broadcasting, including presenting the first live telecast of the Kentucky Derby and continues to offer extensive coverage of the event through various apps.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for a Newscast Producer based in Louisville, KY. The Newscast Producer will be responsible for developing and producing news content for broadcast and digital platforms, including scripting, editing, and coordinating with reporters and anchors. They will also oversee the technical aspects of newscast production, ensuring that broadcasts are engaging and error-free, and will work closely with the news director and other producers to maintain high journalistic standards.
Qualifications
- Scripting, editing, and coordinating skills
- Experience with broadcast and digital news production
- Ability to oversee technical aspects of newscast production
- Strong collaboration skills for working with news directors, reporters, and anchors
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and in a fast-paced environment
- Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field
- Experience in news production or a similar role is a plus
