News Content Producer, WMAQ-TV

Responsibilities

WMAQ-TV, NBC Chicago has an opportunity to work in our highly-regarded Newsroom producing engaging news stories for broadcast. Here you will:
 

• Work closely with the Platform Managers, DayPart Managers and Assignment Editors, as well as Reporters and Anchors to create high-quality and informative news stories with integrity and facts.


• Gather content for all of WMAQ-TV’s news platforms, including but not limited to Out-of-Home, web and on-air broadcast.


• Responsible for the overall coverage of assigned stories for all platforms throughout the day.


• Expected to initialize, develop and produce news stories for news segment, as well as longer news pieces for air or specials.


• Participate in editorial planning sessions and provide creative story ideas.


• Add content to our digital and social platforms in conjunction with our dedicated digital content team

Qualifications/Requirements

We are looking for an individual who will bring a strong sense of story and compelling visual style with a Bachelor’s degree (or higher). In addition:

Minimum 4 years of experience with News writing, producing, and desktop editing across multiple platforms and social media

Minimum 1 year of experience in News field photography for newsgathering and News production

Must be willing and able to work overnight shift, weekends, longer hours and varying shifts as assigned and when necessary to meet production and broadcast deadlines

Send resume to virizarry02@iwe.staugustine.edu

Include the title of this listing in your email. 

Assignment Editor, WMAQ-TV

Responsibilities

WMAQ-TV, NBC 5 Chicago has an opportunity for a News Assignment Editor responsible for handling a variety of News assignment desk operations.  WMAQ-TV is an owned and operated television station of NBCUniversal in Chicago. 

JOB DUTIES:

• Coordinate reporters, field photographers and other personnel covering assigned News stories.


• Set up and coordinate live remotes, News stories and series planning working closely with Producers and other News team members and management.


• Develop relationships and work with business partners from external News sources to gather reliable and factual information for News story content.


• Work with reporters and producers to develop News stories and story sidebars, as well as coordinate with other departments to complete stories and projects. 


• Create and coordinate short-range planning to meet News department editorial goals.


• Monitor police and emergency scanners as well as electronic and printed sources for News. 

• Position currently covers overnight shifts and service the early morning newscasts. 
   

Qualifications/Requirements

Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcasting, Journalism or related field

Minimum 3 years of experience working on a television News Assignment Desk

Previous work experience requiring organization and research skills.

Must be able to work weekends and evenings

ADDITIONAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

Must be willing to work in Chicago, IL

Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered for this position

Desired Characteristics

Excellent knowledge of Chicago and suburban areas

Ability to work contacts and sources to break stories

Outstanding oral and written communication skills

Excellent organizational and telephone skills

Strong computer skills

Strong News judgment and excellent instincts regarding News content

Ability to react quickly and aggressively in breaking News situations

Multi-task efficiently; a quick thinker who can handle high-pressure situations on a consistent basis

Able to work well and contribute within a strong team environment

Able to work efficiently and productively with initiative and little supervision

Able to contribute within a strong team environment

Send resume to virizarry02@iwe.staugustine.edu to apply

Include the title of this listing in your email.