News Producer

WCHS/WVAH has an immediate opening for an energetic, creative, smart Newscast Producer. We are looking for someone who loves coming to work each day with great energy to create unpredictable, fast-paced, content-focused newscasts. You must be a strong communicator who can work closely with Managers, Anchors, Reporters, Directors, and our Assignment Desk. 

Producers must understand the value of a gather-publish news strategy across all relevant platforms. You will work closely with our digital team, utilizing social media in newsgathering and engaging with our viewers during newscasts. Flexibility and on-the-spot problem-solving abilities are a must. 

Required Skills:

• Solid news judgment


• Must be calm and confident under pressure


• Aggressive digital and social media skills  


• Be a compelling and accurate writer


• Be able to multitask and manage time in order to put together an exciting and informative newscast


• Pay attention to detail


• Must have strong leadership skills


• Excellent 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 non-linear editing (i.e. Avid) and newsroom systems, such as iNews

Required Experience:

• Experience producing newscast preferred, but the right entry level candidate may be considered.


• Journalism degree preferred

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.