Are you passionate about local news and ready to shape the stories that matter to the Coastal Bend? KRIS, the E.W. Scripps NBC affiliate in Corpus Christi, is seeking a creative, motivated Producer who will craft engaging stories that connect with our community. This position offers a unique opportunity to create and organize content for multiple platforms utilizing editorial, journalistic, organizational and communication skills.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:Develop and organize newscasts or local programsWrite story development and showcasingCollaborate with reporters, anchors, news managers and assignment editors to determine content needsEnhance content with graphics, video, research, and station brandingExecute time sensitive decisionsOversee live broadcast and up to the minute editorial decisionsPerform desktop editingPost content to station's Web sitesPerform other duties as assigned

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:BS/BA in related discipline preferred or equivalent years of experienceGenerally, 2+ years of experience in related field preferred

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:Avid local news consumer: knows daily news, events, trends and happenings on a local levelStrong vision and ability to advance storiesExcellent interpersonal communicatorExtraordinarily passionate about writing; courageous and creative storyteller with attention to even tiny details - choosing the perfect words, grammar, spellingHighly organizedHighly adaptable - fast paced, deadline driven environmentStrong self-motivationWorking knowledge of journalistic ethics and libel laws and strong editorial judgementAble to use web analyticsProficient with newsroom computer systems, MS Office a plusFlexible work hours may be required, including holidays, weekends and evenings

WHERE YOU'LL LIVE, WORK AND PLAY:

Corpus Christi, Texas offers an unbeatable coastal lifestyle where work and play blend seamlessly. Known as the "Sparkling City by the Sea," Corpus Christi sits along the beautiful Gulf of Mexico, offering year-round sunshine, pristine beaches, and endless water activities. The city boasts a thriving arts and culture scene, including the Texas State Aquarium, USS Lexington Museum, and a vibrant downtown waterfront.

Outdoor enthusiasts will love the fishing, sailing, kiteboarding, and birdwatching opportunities—Corpus Christi is a gateway to Padre Island National Seashore, the longest undeveloped barrier island in the world. With a growing economy, affordable cost of living, and warm, welcoming community, Corpus Christi is the perfect place to build your career while enjoying the coastal Texas lifestyle.

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The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets Scripps News and Court TV and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps’ long-time motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.”

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