CNY Central Hiring TV News Producer

SYRACUSE -- The CNY Central cluster (NBC3/WSTM-TV, CBS5/WTVH and CW6) is looking to hire a newscast producer. And thanks to a new state law that requires employers to include salary details in job postings, we now get to see how much they're offering.

The posting provided by Sinclair Broadcast Group to CNYRadio/CNYTVNews says "the base hourly compensation range for this role is $14.86 to $16.86 per hour."

Considering that New York State minimum wage currently stands at $14.20/hr, this is somewhat surprising, especially when the posting says candidates "must have at least some previous news producing experience at a commercial TV station," and goes on to say "a journalism degree is preferred."

Putting that into perspective, Dunkin' is advertising $17-24/hour for "Donut Production Associates" in Syracuse. No degree or previous experience required - you just need to show up as scheduled, and demonstrate an ability to follow directions.

To be fair, the CNYCentral posting also says "final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates’ relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location," but this editor wonders why the posting doesn't just offer a range that accounts for these factors in the first place.

OK, enough editorializing: for those interested, here is the verbatim job posting as provided by CNYCentral, complete with a link to apply near the bottom.

Category: Media - Journalism - Newspaper

Position/Title: News Producer

Details: In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day production of our newscasts. This position will also work closely with the Executive Producer, Director, Assignment Desk and Anchors on the newscast and its content. In this position you will determine the content and flow of newscasts, work with management and on-air staff to generate and write stories and develop content for our website.

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Date Posted: 11/3/2023

Closing Date: 1/2/2024

City: Syracuse

State: New York

Requirements: WSTM/WSTQ/WTVH has an immediate opening for a creative News Producer! In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day production of our newscasts. This position will also work closely with the Executive Producer, Director, Assignment Desk and Anchors on the newscast and its content. In this position you will determine the content and flow of newscasts, work with management and on-air staff to generate and write stories and develop content for our website. The ideal candidate will have: - Solid news judgment - Be a compelling and accurate writer - Be able to multitask and manage time in order to put together an exciting and informative newscast - Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment - Strong leadership and communication skills - The ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts - Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving abilities are a must - Proficient with non-linear editing (i.e. Avid) and newsroom systems, such as iNews Experience: - Must have at least some previous news producing experience at a commercial TV station, although the right entry-level candidate may be considered - A Journalism degree is preferred The base hourly compensation range for this role is $14.86 to $16.86 per hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates’ relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, sick leave, vacation time, personal time, parental leave and employee stock purchase plan. Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!

Contact: Sinclair Broadcast Group

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