To write and fill-in produce a daily newscast that airs on KTLA.
Responsibilities
Oversees and organizes production elements of the newscast.
Generates copy including teases and bumps.
Works closely with Executive Producer, field crews and Assignment Desk to maximize daily resources and appropriately reflect the news of the day.
Desktop editing skills required Works in the control room during the live newscast and communicates with the production staff and the field journalists.
Also responsible for posting web content and social media updates.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications
Bachelors Degree pred
Three years of TV news experience pred
Candidates must demonstrate a passion for news. This includes reading competitive websites, and follow social media daily.
Suggest story ideas daily
Familiarity with ENG/SNG operations
Knowledge of Final Cut Pro a plus
Strong organizational and communication skills needed
Leadership ability, positive attitude and creativity a must
KTLA will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
Company Info
Tribune Media Company (NYSE: TRCO) is home to a diverse portfolio of television and digital properties driven by quality news, entertainment, and sports programming. Tribune Media is comprised of Tribune Broadcasting's 42 owned or operated local television stations reaching more than 50 million households, national entertainment network WGN America, whose reach is approaching 80 million households, Tribune Studios, and a variety of digital applications and websites commanding 60 million monthly unique visitors online. Tribune Media also includes Chicago's WGN-AM and the national multicast networks Antenna TV and THIS TV. Additionally, the Company owns and manages a significant number of real estate properties across the U.S. and holds a variety of investments, including a 31% equity interest in TV Food Network and a 32% equity interest in CareerBuilder. For more information please visit http://www.tribunemedia.com.
