About this role
Role Overview
- Writes, produces and edits content for live programming, taped or magazine-style programming
- Responsible for the creative look and feel of segments, adhering to brand vision
- Makes content decisions for promotions and/or programs ensuring that decisions are in alignment with brand strategy
- Researches approved PKG topics
- Schedules, vets and interviews guests for inclusion in PKGs
- Works independently and collaborates with reporters, videographers, editors, writers and producers to generate finished news packages
- Works with minimal supervision and is relied upon to practice very strong judgment to complete assignments
- Manages multiple projects at once
- Develops a network of formal and informal sources across the country to help develop and write stories
- Stays abreast of news developments to generate story ideas
- Pitches story and guest ideas
- Participates in monthly pitch meetings
- Backfills producers and editors
- May be responsible for entire projects or functions where general guidance and training of less experienced professional and/or support personnel are needed
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or Communications or equivalent experience.
- 5 years of experience as a writer, producer, and/or editor
- Must be a team player and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and error-free content and copy.
- Proficient in producing content and video editing.
- Excellent writer.
- Ability to meet daily deadlines.
- Works calmly under pressure.
- Advanced knowledge of rundown and video editing software.
- Experience using iNews and Adobe Premiere preferred.
Benefits
- Scripps’ commitment to a culture that creates connection