Morning Producer, WFTX

WFTX, the Fox affiliate in Fort Myers, Florida, is searching for its next Morning Line Producer—someone who thrives in the fast-paced world of breaking news and isn't afraid to be aggressive when the story demands it. Southwest Florida is a dynamic market where news happens around the clock, from severe weather and environmental stories to crime, politics, and community issues that impact our viewers' daily lives.

We need a producer who can hit the ground running each morning, ready to pivot at a moment's notice, chase developing stories with urgency, and deliver compelling content that keeps our audience informed and engaged. If you're energized by the challenge of breaking news, this is your opportunity to make a real impact in a market that never stops moving.

Apply today!

• Develop and organize newscasts or local programs.

• Write story development and showcasing.

• Collaborate with reporters, anchors, news managers, and assignment editors to determine content needs.

• Enhance content with graphics, video, research, and station branding.

• Execute time-sensitive decisions.

• Oversee live broadcasts and make up-to-the-minute editorial decisions.

• Perform desktop editing.

• Post content to the station's websites.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• BS/BA in related discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience

• Generally, 2+ yearsof experience in related field preferred

• Avid local news consumer: knows daily news, events, trends and happenings on a local level

• Strong vision and ability to advance stories

• Excellent interpersonal communicator

• Extraordinarily passionate about writing; courageous and creative storyteller with attention to even tiny details - choosing the perfect words, grammar, spelling

• Highly organized

• Highly adaptable - fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

• Strong self-motivation

• Working knowledge of journalistic ethics and libel laws, and strong editorial judgement

• Able to use web analytics

• Proficient with newsroom computer systems, MS Office a plus

• Flexible work hours may be required, including holidays, weekends and evenings

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That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to succeed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose.

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