Line Producer

This is a Full Time Job

We are looking for an experienced Line Producer to join the team in New York City! As a Line Producer, you craft great newscasts quickly but know when and how to throw out a rundown to adapt to breaking News. You have stellar communication skills, can thrive in a fast-paced breaking News environment, and are looking to grow within the company and take on more responsibilities.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Line produce and backtiming
• Assist in overseeing and rewriting copy, graphics and the cutting of VO/SOTS
• Build-fast paced, compelling newscast under deadline pressure
• Pitch and execute creative and innovative ideas for segments and guests
• Communicate needs effectively with Associate Producers, Bookers, and Production Assistants
• Write dynamic teases
• Time the show in the control and communicate with anchor clearly and effectively
• Arrange and create story placement, graphics, writing, and all other editorial and production elements
• Communicate with on-air talent, reporters, guests, and director to ensure show is executed properly
• Work collaboratively with show runner and show team
• Participate in editorial planning and direction of the show
• Cut video, sound, and book guests as needed

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Degree in journalism or related field
• Solid news judgment
• Strong writing skills for stories, teases, monologues, etc.
• Control room experience
• At least 3 years of newsroom experience, including control room/line producing for television newscast
• Knowledge and passion for current events, particularly financial and political news
• Exceptional editorial skills
• Ability to work under pressure, be decisive, detail oriented and meet deadlines