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KRDO13|ABC Affiliate
Emmy Murrow Award Winning Station
Position Title: Producer
Requisition Number: 24-1015
Do you want to work for Colorado Springs' news leader? From reporters and managers to account executives and the production team, KRDO13 is always looking for the best and brightest talent for its television and radio programming. KRDO13 is a community-focused organization that delivers to audiences on four diverse platforms: ABC, Telemundo, AM FM, and Digital.
Job Position Description:
The Executive Producer will lead a team of producers, anchors, reporters, photographers, and digital content producers. You must have line producing experience with solid writing and showcasing abilities. You must have sound news judgement with the ability to make split second decisions, while effectively managing a team in stressful situations. We are looking for an "outside of the box" thinker who is constantly looking for ways to differentiate our newscasts. The EP must have the drive to win every day and be a go-getter when it comes to breaking news in the newscasts and on digital platforms. This position will require a candidate with exceptional people skills who can coach and mentor a diverse team of individuals at all levels. The successful candidate must always have a solid understanding of leading by example. This is a good opportunity for a strong producer looking for their first step into a management role. The Executive Producer will join a news management team that values employees and prioritizes work culture.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
Benefits:
As an employee you will be eligible for:
KRDO13 also offers company-paid Basic Life Insurance, Basic Dependent Life Insurance and Basic AD D coverages.
Annual Salary Range:
$55,000; based on experience. Exempt.
Other Items to Consider:
Location:
KRDO13 is in downtown Colorado Springs, Colorado, near the base of Pikes Peak, along the front range of the Rocky Mountains, and close to Garden of the Gods. Colorado Springs is often rated as one of the country's best cities to live in. It is a big city with a small-town feel, with Castle Rock and Denver within an hour's drive.
To Be Considered:
Apply through our website @ KRDO.com/jobs.
KRDO13 is an Equal Opportunity Employer
KRDO13|ABC Affiliate
Emmy Murrow Award Winning Station
Position Title: Producer
Requisition Number: 24-1015
Do you want to work for Colorado Springs' news leader? From reporters and managers to account executives and the production team, KRDO13 is always looking for the best and brightest talent for its television and radio programming. KRDO13 is a community-focused organization that delivers to audiences on four diverse platforms: ABC, Telemundo, AM FM, and Digital.
Job Position Description:
The Executive Producer will lead a team of producers, anchors, reporters, photographers, and digital content producers. You must have line producing experience with solid writing and showcasing abilities. You must have sound news judgement with the ability to make split second decisions, while effectively managing a team in stressful situations. We are looking for an "outside of the box" thinker who is constantly looking for ways to differentiate our newscasts. The EP must have the drive to win every day and be a go-getter when it comes to breaking news in the newscasts and on digital platforms. This position will require a candidate with exceptional people skills who can coach and mentor a diverse team of individuals at all levels. The successful candidate must always have a solid understanding of leading by example. This is a good opportunity for a strong producer looking for their first step into a management role. The Executive Producer will join a news management team that values employees and prioritizes work culture.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensure quality and accuracy in newscasts.
- Drive showcasing, pacing and content decisions in newscasts.
- Ensure breaking and developing news makes it into the newscasts.
- Approve all producer scripts and reporter scripts.
- Must be able to effectively communicate with staff during high stress situations.
- Work closely with the Assignment Manager to lead on morning content planning.
- Work closely with the news management team.
- Lead training for new hires and current producers.
- Lead on special projects as assigned by the News Director.
- Must be able to lead day-to-day operations in the absence of the News Director and Assistant News Director.
Required Qualifications:
- BA/BS in journalism, communications, or related field,
- Must have 2+ years of experience producing newscasts.
- Must have solid understanding of legal liabilities and ethics.
- Must be a "people" person who wants to lead and inspire.
- Knowledge of Ross, Canva and Axis graphics.
- Must be able to be on call 24/7 to be able to respond to staff inquiries and newsroom needs.
- Must be able to occasionally shift schedule at the last minute to work nights, weekends, and mornings, based on coverage needs.
Benefits:
As an employee you will be eligible for:
- PTO (Paid Time Off), Sick Leave, Personal Holidays
- Health, Dental, Vision Coverages
- 401k with an Employer Match
- FSA (Flexible Savings Account) HSA (Health Savings Account)
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Long and Short-Term Disability
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- Referral Program Incentives
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional Development Opportunities
KRDO13 also offers company-paid Basic Life Insurance, Basic Dependent Life Insurance and Basic AD D coverages.
Annual Salary Range:
$55,000; based on experience. Exempt.
Other Items to Consider:
- Pre-Employment Drug Screening Required
- Background Check Required
Location:
KRDO13 is in downtown Colorado Springs, Colorado, near the base of Pikes Peak, along the front range of the Rocky Mountains, and close to Garden of the Gods. Colorado Springs is often rated as one of the country's best cities to live in. It is a big city with a small-town feel, with Castle Rock and Denver within an hour's drive.
To Be Considered:
Apply through our website @ KRDO.com/jobs.
KRDO13 is an Equal Opportunity Employer
