Television News Producer

WTHR in Indianapolis, IN is seeking an experienced, energetic News Producer to join our creative team. If you like to produce fast-paced, creative newscasts, we want to hear from you. This person should have solid news judgment, be innovative in the use of exciting video, highly produced graphics, and creative writing to connect with our consumers across broadcast, online and social platforms. We’re looking for a quick learner, who can be flexible with their schedule, as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Craft, build, mold, visualize, conceptualize the lead story, deep dive content, and specialized material for the newscast.

• Encourage innovation and risk-taking in crafting great newscasts through evoking emotion and showcasing.

• Write in an exciting, accurate and creative way

• Enterprise news stories

• Work collaboratively with other producers and staff members

• Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance stories.

• Perform other tasks as required by supervisor or executive producer.

Job Requirements:

• BA/BS in journalism, communications or related field

• Minimum of 2 years experience producing/line producing for newscasts.

• Experience in photojournalism, editing, and content management systems

• Understanding the tenets of professional journalism

• Skills in producing engaging, content-driven newscasts.

• Knowledge of ENPS

• Organizational skills and the ability to work under constant time pressure deadlines.

• Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events

• Travel: Rarely: less than 10%

• Work Environment Set: Office: normally performed in a typical interior/office environment.

• Physical Demands Set: Sedentary work: Involves sitting most of the time; walking, lifting, bending, standing, etc.

Work Environment: Office

Physical Demands: Sedentary work

Travel: Rarely: less than 10%

Work Environment Set: Office: normally performed in a typical interior/office environment

Physical Demands Set: Sedentary work: Involves sitting most of the time; walking, lifting, bending, standing, etc.

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA’s OTT advertising service. For more information, visit

EEO statement:

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We encourage and consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, veteran status or genetic information. TEGNA complies with all applicable laws related to accommodations.

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