News Producer
Core
Manage daily production of newscasts by compiling and writing stories, logging video, and directing crews to build compelling, informative newscasts.
Role type
News Producer
Builds
Local newscasts and live news programs
Domain
Broadcast television news
Required skills
Story compilation and writing, Video logging, Control room management, Talent direction, Script editing, Voiceover assignment, Breaking news coordination, Graphics coordination
Responsibilities
Manage daily production of newscasts by compiling and writing stories, logging video, etc. within specific time constraints to meet news deadlines. Manage the Control Room during assigned newscasts, working closely with Directors and Production teams to ensure live programs are executed flawlessly. Provide direction and talent instruction to crews in the field and in studio. Supervise and oversee Writers assigned to the shift, assign writing ideas to APs, edit AP scripts, and provide feedback. Work with reporters to develop story scripts, edit Reporter scripts, and provide feedback. Assign voiceovers and VO-SOTs to Reporters and Anchors. Quickly add appropriate information to newscasts in the event of breaking news. Produce unscheduled breaking news or other items as events warrant.