Position Overview

WHIO TV Dayton, the #1 CBS affiliate in the Nation is looking for a Part-Time Associate News Producer who will be responsible for assisting Producer and/or Executive Producer with daily content prep, recording, editing, and planning of daily and/or weekly content. This individual will create and execute newscasts based on research information and goals. They collaborate with reporters on the best video and stories of the day. They work with assignment desks and associate producers to find stories and ensure accurate reporting and spelling. Concise writing and accurate writing are required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Ensure the use of graphics, story selection, and pace are on target with action plans and style guidelines
Communicate with information sources and producers to prepare reports for broadcast
Communicate with reporters to find the best video stories of the day
Write accurate and compelling teases
Work with assignment desk to find stories, help assign reporters and make sure information is confirmed
Work with executive producer and talent to execute daily broadcasts
Create concise accurate writing that executes research findings
Ensure graphics, story selection and show pace are on target with action plans and style guidelines
Order graphics for newscasts
Assist with live shots for booth newscasts.
Assist in the production of special projects and other content related to program and/or station
Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum 1-3 years of broadcast experience required
Excellent creative writing and communication skills
Ability to recognize stories with potential and develop them into compelling broadcast content
Highly detail oriented with the ability to execute ideas
Comfortable working with talent, and other high-profile individuals
Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and multi-task, and work under shifting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Must be available to work varied hours as needed

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred
Familiarity with MS Outlook, Word and Excel preferred

About Cox Media Group
CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 14 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations. For more information about CMG, visit www.coxmediagroup.com

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Associate Producer (Part-Time) - WHIO TV

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