Job Description

As an Associate Producer at Central Oregon Daily, you will line produce assigned daily programs and special projects and oversee final product for air and on-line platforms.

This is an entry level newsroom position. If you have been looking to get into the news industry but you don’t have the experience, then this job is perfect for you! 

The pay range listed for this position represents the low and high end of the base compensation range. The actual offer amount will carefully consider multiple factors, such as relevant skills, qualifications, work experience, location and/or competencies that align with the specified role.  Certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses and equity awards. 

Zolo Broadcasting LLC, a TDS Telecom company, operates KOHD-TV the ABC affiliate, KBNZ-LP the CBS affiliate, COTV11 and CO4 Visitors Network as Zolo Media, offering a wide range of viewing options for Central Oregonians.

Zolo Media provides targeted advertising solutions through a combination of locally originated content, local broadcast television stations, and on Bend and Crestview cable television networks. Zolo Creative Services offers award-winning video production for television spot production. Visit zolomedia.com or centraloregondaily.com.

Zolo Broadcasting LLC and Zolo Media are part of TDS Telecommunications LLC (TDS Telecom), which is based in Madison, Wis. Combined, the companies employ more than 3,400 people and are subsidiaries of Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. [NYSE: TDS], a Fortune 1000® company. Founded in 1969, Telephone and Data Systems provides wireless, broadband, video and voice; and hosted and managed services to approximately 6 million connections nationwide through its businesses: UScellular, TDS Telecom, and OneNeck IT Solutions. Visit tdsinc.com.

Oversees production and final content for air and web platforms. Responsibilities include:

• Supervise reporters to ensure content is completed on deadline.
• Ensure accuracy, quality, and brand positioning within the content.
• Write and edit content, as necessary, for delivery of daily programs for on-air and online platforms.
• Coordinate graphics, supporting visuals, and video elements into final product.
• Research and fact-check news stories for credibility.
• Determine final content lineup of assigned programs based on target audience and brand promise.
• May perform other television technical roles for live or taped content as necessary.
• May help prepare content for digital news products and social media.

Required Job Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in video production or line-editing, OR 1+ years of experience in professional writing for online, broadcast or print publications, OR an associate’s degree in relevant field (e.g., journalism, production, communications, writing).

Other Qualifications

• Journalism/reporting/production experience.
• News experience preferred.
• Solid news judgement.
• Understands where to focus energy and how to produce stories under pressure/deadlines.
• Able to handle last minute changes.
• Communicates clearly and effectively.
• Computer assisted reporting experience.
• Understanding of the FOIA request process.
• Able to manage personnel issues with complete confidence and professionalism.
• Well-read and knowledgeable in current events and news.

Benefits

Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off benefits such as vacation (15 days accrued per year for full-time; pro-rated for part-time associates working between 20-39 hours), sick leave (10 days accrued per year for full-time and pro-rated for all other associates), seven paid national holidays and one floating holiday, paid parental leave (2 weeks after 12 months of employment), among others.  Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability coverage is also available for associates working 30 or more hours per week and Education Assistance is available to full-time associates.  Associates scheduled to work under twenty hours per week or for a limited term (i.e. interns) are eligible for medical coverage, the 401(k) plan (if 18 or older), as well as sick leave (10 days accrued per year for full-time and pro-rated for all other associates). For more detail on the benefits we offer click here.

At TDS, we embrace Equal Employment Opportunity by valuing our differences and consider all qualified applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by law. To learn about our diversity & inclusion philosophy and culture, click here!

How to Apply

Job Categories: Equal Opportunities. Job Types: Full-Time. Salaries: 20,000 - 40,000.

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