Producer

Philadelphia, PA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 80000 - 90000

Posted on: 22 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations

FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas or DMAs and duopolies in 11 DMAs including the three largest DMAs (New York Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations 18 are affiliated with the FOX addition to distributing sports entertainment and syndicated content our television stations collectively produce approximately 1200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Networks national content.

JOB DESCRIPTION

WTXF- Fox 29 Philadelphia is a dynamic and forward-thinking news station committed to delivering high-quality news content to our audience. We are seeking a passionate enthusiastic and creative News Leader to join our team and help shape the future of our broadcasts.

Position Overview:
We are looking for a talented Line Producer with a proven track record and a dedicated driven and tireless work ethic. The ideal candidate will have a real passion for owning a show and the ability to collaborate effectively with on-air talent writers and editors on all editorial issues.

Key Responsibilities:

Produce all elements of our newscasts including leads stories teases and breakouts.
Mine social media for information and integrate it into our news coverage.
Participate in the selection and development of stories ensuring comprehensive coverage of news events.
Run the control room editorially during shows and breaking news situations.
Innovate and bring ideas to evolve our broadcasts attracting a demographically driven audience.

Qualifications:

Strong writing and show production skills.
Strong editorial knowledge and active decision-making abilities.
Excellent news judgment writing skills and knowledge of current events.
Exceptional communication and people skills.
Knowledge of TV production techniques and newsroom computer systems.
A strong background in entertainment and talk programming is a plus.
Understanding of ratings meters and audience flow with the ability to use this information strategically.
At least 2-3 years of experience as a TV newscast producer in a medium to major market.
A four-year college degree is preferred.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin gender identity disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements the pay rate/range for this role with final offer amount dependent on education skills experience and location is $80000.00-90000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for various benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance a 401(k) plan paid time off and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANYFox TV StationsFOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas or DMAs and duopolies in 11 DMAs including the three largest DMAs (New York Los A...