Livestream News Producer / Fill-In Host

The Livestream News Producer & Fill-In Host is a key member of the TV station's digital team. This role involves producing live video content (news, weather, sports, lifestyle, etc) and assisting in the management of WFLA.com's streaming franchises. Will work with station talent and producers on breaking news, live events and scheduling guests to elevate the quality of our digital content catalog.

Principle Duties & Responsibilities:

• Involved in all aspects of stream production for franchises such as WFLA Now, Tracking the Tropics, #HeyJB Live and more

• Identify stream opportunities in a fast-paced environment, contribute to the editorial process and support the digital team

• Oversee the scheduling of guests to elevate the quality of our streaming franchises

• Help host or co-host breaking news and special coverage livestreams, such as election coverage

• Develop social media strategies for future streaming success including helping launch new livestream franchises

• Edit video in the pre-production and post-production of livestreams, including clipping stream content into VODs for our site, app and social media platforms

• Understand the technical operation of the Stream Center and have the ability to troubleshoot and fix when needed

Specialized Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Strong news judgment, journalistic integrity and understanding of viewer needs and expectations

• Video editing skills a must

• Knowledge of stream software (ie OBS Studio) preferred

• On-camera experience a plus

• Collaborate with reporters, anchors, photojournalists, producers, promotions, sales, and engineering staff

• Proficient and savvy in social media platforms, tools and best practices

• Excellent verbal, written, grammar and analytical skills

• Knowledge of media production, communication and dissemination techniques and methods, including creative ways to inform and engage via written, oral and visual media

• Ability to meet quality standards throughout editorial process

• Knowledge and skill in web live streaming and YouTube publishing

Education / Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Communications, TV/film or equivalent experience may substitute 2+ years' experience in digital publishing, television or radio broadcast/production

Training / Equipment:

• Utilize state-of-the-art streaming, web and television technology, video and graphics

Work Environment / Physical Requirements:

• High-stress environment with deadline pressures. Flexible schedule and occasional overtime.

NOTE: This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.

• EOE/MINORITIES/FEMALES/VETERANS/DISABLED