• Address: 444 East Britton Road, Oklahoma City, OK 73114 (map)
• Date Posted: 10/05/09
• Job Type: Full-time

KFOR/KAUT, the NBC/MNT duopoly in Oklahoma City, has an immediate opening for a News Producer.

PURPOSE/REASON FOR THE POSITION: The primary purpose of the News Producer is to produce, write and gather information and graphics for highly produced newscasts.



PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS ESSENTIAL TO THE JOB:

1. Writes & produces news stories for daily newscasts
2. Produces opens and graphics elements for a highly produced newscast
3. Fills in on other newscasts as needed
4. Submits story ideas daily
5. Contributes recommendations on daily story coverage and special assignments
6. Must be available to work station promotion events
7. Serves as a leader within the news room, offering advice & assistance to other employees
8. Copy edits news stories by reporters and writers
9. Produces special news events, shows and coverage outside the daily newscasts



MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

1. One year minimum producing experience
2. Above average demonstrable writing and communication skills
3. Valid drivers license
4. Knowledge of computers
5. Must be extremely flexible to work different shifts throughout the year
6. Ability to work under extreme pressure and deadlines
7. Must keep up on local, state, national and international events
8. Watch local TV news whenever possible
9. Must work individually as well as part of a team



RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal Contacts: All Station Personnel

External Contact: Government, Business, Community, Civic Leaders, News and Confidential Resources, and the General Public.

If you are interested, send tape and resume to: KFOR-TV, 444 E. Britton Road, Oklahoma City, OK 73114

Local TV LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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