News Producer

Want to help decide what New Mexico talks about tomorrow?
KRQE Media Group in Albuquerque is looking for a creative, curious News Producer who knows how to identify the stories that matter, build a strong newscast, and deliver information viewers can trust.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Produces and executes newscasts for broadcast across all platforms

• Writes, selects and orders news stories to create compelling, well-paced newscasts

• Writes and approves scripts for accuracy, clarity, grammar and journalistic standards

• Exercises strong editorial judgment in determining story placement, emphasis and coverage

• Balances breaking news, daily news and feature content to create engaging broadcasts

• Responds quickly to breaking news and adjusts rundowns and content as stories develop

• Coordinates with anchors, reporters, photographers, editors and newsroom leadership throughout the production process

• Communicates clearly with the production team before and during live newscasts

• Times newscasts and makes real-time adjustments to ensure programs end on time

• Identifies opportunities for live coverage, reporter involvement, graphics, video and other production elements

• Edits video and other content as needed

• Ensures content meets company standards for journalistic integrity, accuracy and production quality

• Writes and publishes stories for the station’s website and other digital platforms

• Interacts with viewers and users through social media platforms

• Contributes story ideas and participates in editorial discussions and newsroom planning

• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills:

• Journalism degree, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience

• Fluency in English

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

• Minimum two years’ experience in news operations

• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

• Flexibility to work any shift

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