Gray Media · 3 months ago
NEWSCAST PRODUCER - WMTV
Madison, WI
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
1+ years expGray Media is a leading multimedia company and the largest owner of local television stations in the U.S. WMTV is seeking a weekday News Producer to create, coordinate, and showcase content for award-winning newscasts across all platforms, ensuring high journalistic standards and engaging storytelling.
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Responsibilities
You will report to and work closely with the News Director and Executive Producer in shaping and ensuring the execution of our digital-first strategy on all platforms (website, social media, our news and weather apps, OTT, and television)
Act with urgency and immediacy. Be first and best with the story. You are expected to research and write copy daily as new information is learned and to share it on all platforms, including television, WMTV15News.com, and social media
Identify opportunities for live streaming on our website, getting live and user-generated content to our TV newscasts and News Now Desk, and sending push alerts to extend the reach of our work
Ensure story selection and placement in your rundown fit journalistic/editorial standards, as well as WMTV’s brand pillars
Understand our DMA, key target audiences, and where they live
Produce engaging and error-free work. Pay attention to the details!
Communicate and collaborate professionally and respectfully with your coworkers to enhance the viewer experience and understanding of content
Qualification
Required
We prefer a college degree in journalism or a related field, and at least one or more year of newsroom or digital producing experience
Must have a desire to win, a positive attitude, and the ability to reflect on your work and apply feedback
Strong research skills, ability to employ critical thinking skills to dig and go 'beyond the press release' and confirm incoming news tips via email or social media
Strong time management skills are also essential. Must be able to work quickly while maintaining accuracy in your work. Must have the ability to multitask and maintain composure, especially while under deadline pressure and during breaking news
A strong candidate will have an established and responsible presence on digital platforms, including social media
Working knowledge of CMS and Digital platforms, including ARC, Social News Desk, and Taboola. Photoshop experience is a plus
Understanding of and adherence to AP Style
Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
Flexibility to work different hours and shifts (for example, to cover a coworker's time off or to assist in breaking news and specialized coverage)
Company
Gray Media
Gray Media is a broadcast company that owns and operates television stations in 31 markets across the country.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.4B2025-12-08Post Ipo Debt· $250M
2025-07-08Post Ipo Debt· $900M
2024-05-23Post Ipo Debt· $1.25B
Leadership Team
Alan Gould
Vice President of Investor Relations
James Finch
VP Of News Services
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