Job Description

Gulf Coast News, the NBC affiliate in Fort Myers, Florida, is looking for a Topical Producer to write and produce daily topicals and targeted special report promotions. As a Topical Producer, you will be involved in the production of other Creative Services Projects including station branding promotion, contests and client commercials. You will also assist the promotions department in other tasks, as assigned. You will report to the Creative Services Director.

Responsibilities

• Manage the creation of strong and impactful on-air promotional spots by utilizing skills in writing, producing, directing, graphic development, editing, and/or shooting as needed.
• Work closely with the Creative Services Director in conceptualizing innovative/brand conscious daily topicals and Targeted Special Report Promotions.
• Collaborate with internal marketing team to execute concepts for daily topicals and promotional campaigns.
• Arrange material, insert music, dialogue, and sound effects using editing equipment. Ensure that final projects are approved prior to broadcast.
• Perform any associated duties that may be assigned in relation to completion of the project.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field
• Minimum 2 years working as a topical writer/producer
• Experience in News promotion is a plus.
• Must have strong writing skills
• Must have strong knowledge and understanding of broadcast and production technology
• Must be able to shoot and edit topicals while managing deadlines.
• Must have strong editing skills in non-linear edit systems, such as Adobe Premiere Pro
• Must have a good understanding of graphics and visual effects
• Must be detail-oriented and be able to multi-task
• Must be able to prioritize workflow based on a constantly changing, fast-paced environment
• Must be able to work both independently and as an effective team member
• Must have excellent communication, listening, and computer skills
• Related military experience will be considered

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve

Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ+ Health Services
• Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.