Senior Producer

WBIR-TV Knoxville

Knoxville, US
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Original storytelling
Investigative journalism
Collaborative journalist
** WBIR-TV Knoxville is seeking a Senior Producer to lead and innovate their daily newscasts, emphasizing original storytelling and community engagement. The ideal candidate should possess strong journalistic skills, creativity, and the ability to work under pressure while meeting tight deadlines. **

Job Summary

  • WBIR-TV Knoxville is seeking an innovative Senior Producer to shape our daily newscasts, prioritizing original storytelling and investigative journalism.
  • Responsibilities include pitching compelling stories, inspiring a team, guiding editorial decisions, and crafting stories for all platforms and audiences.
  • TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, and generous paid time off.

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** WBIR-TV Knoxville is seeking a Senior Producer to lead and innovate their daily newscasts, emphasizing original storytelling and community engagement. The ideal candidate should possess strong journalistic skills, creativity, and the ability to work under pressure while meeting tight deadlines. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Original storytelling
  • Investigative journalism
  • Collaborative journalist
  • Motivated journalist
  • Teamwork
  • Authentic personality
  • Compelling stories
  • Creative shows
  • Engaging experience
  • Breaking news coverage
  • Community events coverage
  • Data analytics
  • Diverse viewpoints

Nice-to-have

  • Inspire and motivate team
  • Lead by example
  • Push shows for context
  • Stand out from competition
  • Challenge traditional ways

Key Requirements

  • 3-5 years of news content experience
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred in journalism, communications or related or equivalent years of experience
  • Top-notch communication skills
  • Solid journalistic judgement
  • Understanding of professional journalism tenets
  • Skills in producing engaging newscasts and digital content
  • Strong social media skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Ability to work under time pressure deadlines
  • Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations

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