Job Description

Sports Producer/Writer – part time

KTLA is looking for an experienced part-time sports producer/writer

• Candidates must demonstrate a passion for sports storytelling and not just scores, identifying the storylines and moments which make sports amazing… looking at sports content in a way that satisfies our news broadcasts and our multiple digital platforms

• Working weekends—and a passion for those big sports weekends is a must

Responsibilities:

• Produce sportscasts, half hour sports shows, write and edit for broadcast and digital

• Oversee and organize production elements of sportscasts, half-hour shows, and specials

• Work closely with Executive Producers, Producers, Reporters and the Assignment Desk to generate content on broadcast, digital, and all KTLA platforms

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor in sports and news.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred

• Two years of local TV sports line producing experience preferred

• Willingness to work weekends, a must since these are the biggest sports days

• Knowledge of Adobe Premiere and ENPS a plus

• Desktop editing skills required

• Strong organizational and communication skills needed

• Positive attitude; ability to work under pressure and creativity a must

Compensation - $33.50/hr+ commensurate with skills and experience

KTLA will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

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