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Mississippi Employer Broadcast News Producer(LWJC) in Laurel, Mississippi

WDAM is looking for a strong writer with good news judgment who can create compelling newscasts. The successful candidate is a strong communicator who will write scripts and edit videos to match them. Time management skills and attention to detail are a must. The successful candidate will look for opportunities for professional growth and development. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES Your responsibilities will include (but not be limited to) the following: - Line produce one hour of live newscasts five days a week - Select story content and write scripts for broadcast and digital platforms - Edit video and sound - Communicate with anchors, assignment desk, field crews, editors, and managers to ensure execution of a high-quality newscast - Produce live breaking news - Fill in on other shifts as needed REQUIREMENTS Qualifications/Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field preferred, equivalent experience considered - Excellent writing skills - Must exhibit an understanding of broadcast, digital, social, and streaming platforms in a local news context

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