Come join a dynamic new national media powerhouse focused on explaining the why behind the news. Scripps News is the first free 24/7 live news network that airs over-the-air and over-the-top. We deliver unbiased news to inform our viewers and allow them to form their own thoughts about the day’s news. This role works with the editorial and production teams to develop live news programming that meets network priorities and expectations.

 

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Work with the executive producer and senior producer to develop live news programming that meets network priorities and expectations Coordinates and times live news showMay write and produce contentWrites open for show and teasesOrganizes program elements; back times the show and works with production crew to organize necessary technical means and personnel requirements to accomplish the taskOversee visual elements to add production value including producing visual components to use on setWorks with producers, writers, editors, reporters and production crew to execute production

 

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

Creative track record demonstrated through prior news producing and production projectsProven writing skills for television news/feature producingStrong editorial skills and news judgementAbility to multitaskSolid social media knowledgeStrong leadership skills to interface with co-workers and our diverse communityProven time-management skills.

 

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

Bachelor's degree or higherAt least 5 years of experience in television production as a line producer in local and/or network newsExperience producing/shaping stories at all stages of development from pitch to airExperience with iNews editing system, a plus

If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.

SCRIPPS' COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:
At Scripps, we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture that reflects the communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and make authentic connections. We foster a workplace culture that embraces each person’s diversity, including the extent to which they are similar or different. Scripps leaders believe that an equitable and inclusive culture is not only the right thing to do, it is a business imperative. Read more about our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion at scripps.com.

ABOUT SCRIPPS:

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets Scripps News and Court TV and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps’ long-time motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.”

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.