Line Producer - Web jobs in Atlanta, GA

The Weather Channel en Español is the the first 24/7 Spanish language weather network. Catering to the millions of households where Spanish is spoken as the primary and secondary language, our mission is to inform and inspire important, under-served audiences with compelling and potentially life-saving weather storytelling.  The Weather Channel en Español features Spanish-speaking meteorologists and weather presenters. In addition to forecasting weather conditions in the United States, its territories, and Mexico from the studio.  

We take great pride in the work we do to protect and save lives. We believe some communities are not afforded a voice equal to others and The Weather Channel en Español changes that. Join us.  

Position Introduction:

The Producer will produce live and recorded programming. In this role they will create and write weather & climate news shows and supporting packages. The person in this role will also be responsible for live coverage of severe weather events. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Build show rundown including scriptwriting, package production, graphics elements and live shot coordination.
• Build segments and develop story ideas from conception to air including researching selected topics, writing, coordination of assets, booking guests and overseeing all aspects of production.
• Oversee and execute the production of show video and graphics needs.
• Make editorial decisions and guide anchors/on camera meteorologists, Associate Producers, and technical staff in the control room. 

Education, Experience, Certification Requirements: 

• At least six years television experience, with a minimum of 3 years as Producer of live news programming in a major television market. 
• Four-year college degree or equivalent in proven industry experience.

  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Ability to produce live news programs that contain live remote elements from a control room. 
• Knowledge of live television production techniques spanning newsroom, studio, and field production methods and equipment. 
• Editorially mature with solid news judgment and the ability to create in-depth, visually exciting programs across multiple platforms. 
• Proven writing ability, an eye for compelling graphics, and a passion for memorable, creative content.
• Ability to use all production tools available to produce original content and enhance storytelling.  
• A strong leader in the control room with the ability to handle breaking news/weather situations.  
• Ability to adapt to different show styles or concepts as needed.
• Understanding of social media best practices.
• Outstanding leadership and communication skills, plus the ability to work well with others in stressful situations.  
• Knowledge of digital editing systems a plus.
• Must be fully bilingual with Spanish and English.