WSET ABC 13 in Lynchburg, Virginia is seeking a creative and detail oriented Newscast Content Producer. In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day production and writing of our two-hour Monday-Friday newscast Good Morning Virginia. This position will work closely with News Management, Anchors, and Directors on the newscast and its content. In this position you will determine the content and flow of newscasts, work with management and on-air staff to generate and write stories, and develop content for our web site.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Be a news junkie with solid news judgment


• Be a compelling and accurate writer


• Be able to multitask 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 newsroom systems, such as iNews


• Willingness to work overnights (as well as holidays, weekends, and other shifts as needed.)

Experience:

• Must have at least some previous news producing experience 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.