Newscast Producer

TV Station

KOMU 8 News is looking for a Newscast producer to join its dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have prior experience producing local television news - someone who can write, edit and execute fast-paced, engaging newscasts. You will work closely with an executive producer and the entire newsroom team to ensure the most important and impactful news stories are delivered to our audience each day.

KOMU 8 News thrives on collaboration. The ideal candidate must be able to work well with professional staff members and student journalists. You'll often be paired with student producers who benefit from professional guidance and mentorship, so a collaborative and patient approach is key. Depending on the show, you may be responsible for producing anywhere from 30 to 90 minutes of content. Experience with industry-standard digital platforms and social media is a must-we expect our producers to think beyond the broadcast and help grow our digital reach.

This position offers the chance to work in the dynamic, diverse mid-Missouri region, and as part of the University of Missouri, you'll have access to an excellent benefits package, including education benefits.

Duties and Responsibilities:
* Produce and write compelling, locally focused content for assigned newscasts
* Seamlessly incorporate breaking news and developing stories into live broadcasts
* Collaborate with technical teams to ensure graphics, video, and scripts are cohesive and ready for air
* Coordinate with field crews and manage live shots effectively
* Partner with newsroom managers to identify and plan promotable content
* Monitor news wires and social media to stay on top of breaking news and trending topics
* Ensure all content complies with station policies, editorial standards, and legal guidelines
* Perform additional duties as assigned

Day shift with varying hours but may include overnights and weekends.

An Associate's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

A bachelor's degree in journalism, mass communication or a related field
Previous experience producing broadcast news programs
Demonstrable experience in broadcast and digital writing
Demonstrable experience editing video in a non-linear environment
Experience with Inception or other computer assisted news production system
Experience with Adobe Premiere video editing platform

Salary Range: $17.05 - $24.04 per hour

Grade: GGS-007

University Title: Television Producer

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This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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