Job Summary/Description:
WMBF News in Myrtle Beach is searching for a motivated and dynamic producer to join our award-winning news team. Our producers are newsroom leaders who are responsible for not only their own newscast, but also help make content decisions and confirm information for the entire newsroom. A successful candidate will be able to adapt quickly to breaking news or when new stories are confirmed, work well in a team, be a strong writer, and have a passion for showcasing and storytelling.
Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to) the following:
* The successful candidate will be responsible for (but not limited to) the following:
* The ideal candidate will have experience producing compelling newscasts in a competitive market and will possess excellent writing skills, solid news judgment and creativity using graphics and video.
* Overseeing daily production of all newscasts
* You will train, manage and provide regular feedback to our producers and MMJs, specifically, as well as the newsroom staff at large.
* Ensure story selection and placement fits newsroom standards for vision and growth.
* Understand our DMA, key target audiences and where they live.
* Aggressive during breaking news and in covering weather
* Be a point person ensuring our daily and long-term projects, including special event and breaking news coverage, are multi-dimensional. You will act with urgency and be responsible for setting our coverage tone for the day.
* Identify opportunities for live streaming on our website and Facebook, getting live and user-generated content to our Alert Desk
* Help research, gather and check news stories for on-air and online in the most accurate, appealing, timely and creative way using all sources
* Develop and maintain sources of information and knowledge about assignments, especially weather, local and national news
* Participate in story selection process through meetings
* Must be able to handle several tasks at once
* Must have flexibility to work any shift, including nights, weekends and holidays
* Must be willing to fill-in for producers as needed
* Help plan special reports, promotions and other specials
* Work closely with news director to write and achieve newsroom goals and policies
* Assist with recruitment and hiring
* Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:
* A college degree in journalism or related field, and at least two or more years of newsroom producing experience. At least three years of prior newsroom experience is a must. At least one year in leadership or management position is preferred.
* Must have a desire to win, the ability to reflect on your work and apply feedback.
* Understanding of and adherence to AP Style.
* Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
* Must be able to work quickly and multi-task under deadline pressure and breaking news.
* Ability to work long hours, weekends, and overnights for breaking news and specialized coverage.
* Experience with ENPS and non-linear editing software (EDIUS) is a plus
* Experience with managing staff during severe weather events is a plus
Qualified, interested applicants may go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on “apply now”, upload your resume, cover letter and references
To check out Gray Media benefits, go to https://gray.tv/careers#benefits
WMBF-TV/ (Gray Media) is a drug-free workplace
About Gray Media:
Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WMBF:
WMBF-TV is the NBC Network affiliate for the Grand Strand and Pee Dee regions of Northeastern South Carolina and parts of southeastern North Carolina. This Gray Television owned station was launched in 2008 in Myrtle Beach, SC and was built as a state-of-the art High-Definition broadcast facility.
We broadcast 39 hours of live local news and weather along with NBC programming to 8 counties along the Grand Strand beaches westward into Florence, SC. We also use digital media platforms to deliver breaking news coverage to a fast-growing audience.
Myrtle Beach is a family vacation destination for millions of visitors each year due to our white sandy beaches, more than a hundred golf courses, amusement parks and mild weather. It is a pleasure to work in a city where so many people want to visit.
Additional Info:
Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Qualifications
Behaviors
Preferred
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well.
Education
Required
Some post college or better in Journalism or related field.
