Coordinating Producer, Varney & Co

This is a Full Time Job

Varney & Company is looking for a talented, organized, and motivated Coordinating Producer with strong control room presence. As the Coordinating Producer, you possess strong editorial judgment. As a great Coordinating Producer, you oversee the execution of the first 2 hours of a live, breaking 3-hour markets show. You are quick to respond to breaking news and know when to throw out the rundown. You also have stellar communication skills, can thrive in a fast-paced breaking news environment, manage high-profile talent, and are looking to grow within the company and take on more responsibilities.

You will be offered the following shift: MONDAYS THRU FRIDAYS (4:30 am-1:30 pm)

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Be a leader in the control room, especially during breaking news
• Pitch and execute creative and innovative ideas for segments and guests in morning editorial meetings
• Communicate needs effectively with Line Producers, Associate Producers, Bookers, and Production Assistants
• Write dynamic teases
• Time the show in the control and communicate with anchor clearly and effectively, as needed
• Speak with on-air talent, reporters, guests, and director to ensure show is executed properly
• Work well daily with show runner and show team
• Participate in editorial planning and direction of the show

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Thorough knowledge of U.S. business news and politics
• Strong editorial judgment
• Fast and accurate writing
• Ability to make compelling graphics for air
• 5+ years of professional experience in a live television control room
• At least 3 years of professional experience line producing in control room
• Work under intense deadline pressure