Boston WFXT is looking for a Newscast Writer who writes clear, concise, and easy to understand stories with value clearly conveyed for our newscasts. Writers use process language in scripts with a focus on the latest information available.

• Write stories in all formats, conveying the value in the lead line or first ten seconds of the script.
• Regularly showcase and execute process language.
• Coordinate with producers on assigned scripts to execute the direction and vision of each story.
• Maximize use of graphics and pre-production to make the newscast clear and easy to understand.
• Consistently integrate references/pushes to our digital and social media platforms.
• Work with production team to ensure that ideas can be executed with robotic cameras and control room automation system.
• Use all resources possible to get the newest and best information into stories.
• Contribute story ideas.
• Attend editorial meetings if they fall within your regular shift and as time allows.
• Learn to produce newscasts and fill-in produce as needed.
• Available to have a flexible schedule, that allows to fill in, as needed, with advance notice.

• Must be well read on current affairs and have a wide range working knowledge and understanding of general interest subjects

• Previous work in a television newsroom, newspaper, or digital publishing organization preferred
• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year College or university in Journalism or Communications preferred