The Scripps National Team is looking for a Special Projects Producer to join the team.

The National Special Projects Producer will lead special projects coverage for team-wide enterprise and series efforts on multiple platforms. This position works directly with correspondents and photojournalists from the national team.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Research, develop, and plan special projects and coverage.




• May lead investigations, conduct interviews or be called upon for undercover field work.




• Write scripts.




• Work closely with correspondents and photojournalists to turn stories for multiple platforms.




• Edit video as needed.




• Work with editors to utilize graphics and other tools to visually enhance storytelling.




• Research, develop and produce stories for correspondents.




• Help lead special projects, conduct interviews, and enterprise original story ideas.




• Copy edit scripts for correspondents.




• Oversee larger special projects such as elections, etc.




• Creating original content for digital platforms.




• Assist correspondents and members of the digital team with content on digital platforms.




• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field.




• 7+ years as a television news writer or producer required.




• 3+ years managing an enterprise, special projects or investigative team preferred.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• Knowledge and demonstration of creativity, editorial judgment, journalistic ethics and libel law.




• Solid understanding and demonstration of multimedia file formats and strong computer skills.




• Working knowledge of federal, state and local laws impacting operations.




• Knowledge and proficiency in posting content to digital sites.




• Knowledge of data reporting.




• Must be a team player and adapt to developing situations quickly.




• Must be an excellent conversational writer with solid news judgement and a positive attitude.




• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.




• Travel required.




• Valid driver's license and good driving record required. In addition, proof of insurance and liability coverage may be required.

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COMPENSATION RANGE:

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:

• A career path to grow your professional experiences




• Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits




• Retirement savings plan with company match




• Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, pet discount program, and employee assistance program. More details about timing and conditions of benefits eligibility and other plan terms and conditions will be provided upon hire.

ABOUT SCRIPPS:

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As the nation’s fourth-largest local TV broadcaster, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of 61 stations in 41 markets. Scripps’ national networks reach nearly every American through the news outlets Court TV and Newsy and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Grit, Laff and Court TV Mystery. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps runs an award-winning investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps has held for decades to the motto, “Give light and the people will find their own way.”

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.