WTSP.com is a news and information website that covers the latest stories and trends happening in the Tampa Bay area of Florida. The website is owned and operated by TEGNA Inc. and also provides breaking news alerts, weather updates, sports coverage, and lifestyle stories. With a team of experienced journalists and reporters, WTSP.com delivers credible and trustworthy news and analysis to its readers. The website also offers user-friendly navigation, interactive multimedia content, and a mobile app for on-the-go access to the latest news and information.
[24] On April 18, 2017, WTSP underwent a significant re-launch of its news department, renaming its morning and late-night broadcasts 10 News Brightside and 10 News Nightside respectively. [26] [30]en.wikipedia.orgIn December 2012, WTSP became one of the first Gannett stations to implement a new standard graphics package designed by The Mill.
One day he called a meeting to kick around some ideas to try and get the audience back. One idea, which he suggested, was to change the station’s music format and call letters.radioyears.comWhen the Rahall brothers bought WTSP in 1956, Cleaver was hired to manage the St. Pete station, whose ratings were dismal.
In October 1971, WXLT (now WWSB, channel 40) signed on to provide ABC network programming to the Sarasota area as WLCY's signal was mediocre to poor in most of Sarasota County.everipedia.orgThe most popular program on channel 10 during that era was the syndicated The Lawrence Welk Show. In the mid-1970s, the station aired Bowling for Dollars with host Jim Bradley.
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CountryHosted in United States
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CityBoardman, Oregon
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Latitude\Longitude45.8491 / -119.714 Google Map
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Traffic rank#10,931 Site Rank
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Site age28 yrs old
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Site Owner informationWhois info
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OwnerTegna Inc.,(sale to,Standard General,pending),(TEGNA,East Coast,Broadcasting,,LLC,)
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CitySt. Petersburg, Florida
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ChannelsDigital,: 10 (,VHF,),Virtual,: 10
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Branding10 Tampa Bay
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Affiliations10.1:,CBS,10.2:,Twist,10.3:,True Crime Network,10.4:,Quest
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First air dateJuly 18, 1965
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Former call signsWLCY-TV (1965–1978)
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Former channel number(s)Analog:,10 (VHF, 1965–2009),Digital:,24 (,UHF,, until 2009)
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28 yrs
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The ideal candidate will have experience newsgathering, deploying crews and tracking multiple things at... once. This person also has solid news judgment, creative writing skills and strong copy-editing skills. They also will have an "audience first" approach to producing and distributing content that meets consumers where they are.
Digital Desk Producers are leaders in our newsroom who urgently and aggressively cover breaking and developing stories. This position is for a person who is passionate about local news and connecting people with a track record of presenting hard news with the balance of many voices and perspectives.
This person will join a combined assignment desk and digital team that manages newsroom assignments and oversees the quality of 10 Tampa Bay stories across all platforms. The WTSP newsroom is proudly “one content team,” meaning broadcast and digital share equal stage. We believe in constant learning, but the ideal candidate will walk in having been trained in the basics of writing thorough articles and engaging headlines, optimized for different audience needs.
Responsibilities:
• Produce audience first, engaging content through digital articles, videos, photo galleries, social media, push alerts, live streams and interactive elements
• Gather and share story updates, tips and information internally
• Review and respond to news releases, news tips, emails, user-generated content and social media messages to identify unique, local and engaging content
• Do all necessary reporting efforts to turn information into digital content, such as make calls, get pictures or video to support a story, research and confirm information, etc.
• Focus on accuracy and balance in stories through editing and working with reporters
• Work with urgency to publish and broadcast breaking news and update as needed
• Be a leader in editorial meetings and conversations, including pitching stories
• Use digital and social analytics to inform editorial decisions
• Monitor social media for breaking news, find interesting stories, track trends and report findings to newsroom
• Work with digital managers, newsroom leaders and all producers to coordinate the development and distribution of content across all editorial platforms
• Collaborate with other TEGNA stations, CBS affiliates and other partners to search trending content and publish compelling stories, photos and video from our corporate network across web, mobile and social media platforms
Requirements:
• 2-5 years of experience on an assignment desk or digital team preferred
• Understanding the tenants of professional journalism
• Organizational skills and the ability to work under constant time pressure deadlines
• Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events
• Experience with content management systems
• Knowledge of Google Analytics, Sharablee, Edius or ENPS a plus
• Strong social media skills, including an active news hound presence on Twitter and Facebook
• Basic image and video editing skills preferred
• Knowledge of the AP Stylebook preferred
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekend, night and holiday shifts
• Familiarity with Tampa/St. Pete and/or a reason to relocate here will make your application stand out. Please mention in your cover letter.
Work Environment: Office
Physical Demands: Sedentary work
Travel: Rarely: less than 10%
Work Environment Set: Office: normally performed in a typical interior/office environment
Physical Demands Set: Sedentary work: Involves sitting most of the time; walking, lifting, bending, standing, etc.
About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 63 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA’s OTT advertising service. For more information, visit [Link available when viewing the job].
TEGNA requires all employees to be fully vaccinated (as defined by the CDC) against the coronavirus.
EEO statement:
TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We encourage and consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, veteran status or genetic information. TEGNA complies with all applicable laws related to accommodations Show more details...
The position is responsible for delivering accurate, engaging on-air weather reports in a conversational manner and updating our multiple platforms to keep viewers safe and informed. The successful candidate must have a passion for winning severe weather and telling the weather story even on sunny days. The ideal candidate embraces technology and... thrives in a fast-paced environment where the use of live cameras, user-generated content and field reporting is a must.
Responsibilities:
• Provide accurate and compelling weather forecasts in a multi-platform environment
• Produce clean, creative and informative graphics to tell the weather story
• Write, edit and report from the field or studio, especially in severe weather situations
• Make public appearances
• Update multiple platforms and interact with viewers on social media platforms daily
• Perform special projects or other duties as assigned
Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree, in Meteorology or Atmospheric Science, is preferred
• Demonstrated ability to provide accurate weather forecasts using the latest weather technology in a multi-platform environment
• Exceptional online and social media skills
• Knowledge of WSI necessary
• Be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, and fill-in when necessary
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment
• Work Environment: Office
• Physical Demands: Sedentary work
• Travel: Rarely: less than 10%
• Work Environment Set: Office: normally performed in a typical interior/office environment
• Physical Demands Set: Sedentary work: Involves sitting most of the time; walking, lifting, bending, standing, etc
About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 63 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA’s OTT advertising service. For more information, visit [Link available when viewing the job].
TEGNA requires all employees to be fully vaccinated (as defined by the CDC) against the coronavirus.
EEO statement:
TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We encourage and consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, veteran status or genetic information. TEGNA complies with all applicable laws related to accommodations Show more details...
Our show producers create interesting and informative newscasts, with an emphasis on the use of video, graphics, conversational writing, and innovative formats...
The ideal candidate will share innovative ideas for daily content, while maintaining close attention to detail. This producer must be able to write concisely and execute the goals of the newscast with near perfection.
Responsibilities
• Deliver on-air news events in an engaging, exciting, and accurate manner
• Write in an exciting, captivating, conversational, and authentic manner
• Create unique newscasts or segments evoking emotion
• Develop original content ideas through social listening and independent sources
• Research for facts and credibility
• Use consumer analytics in determining content
• Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media to enhance stories
• Line-produce
• Perform other tasks as needed
Requirements
• BA/BS in journalism, communications, or related field
• Minimum of 2 years experience producing/line producing for newscasts
• Understanding of the tenets of journalism
• Perform other tasks as required by Executive Producer
• Proven experience producing engaging, content-driven newscasts and digital content
• Strong social media skills, including an active news hound presence on Twitter and Facebook
• Knowledge of ENPS and Edius preferred
• Organizational skills and the ability to work under constant time-sensitive deadlines
• Experience calmly handling live, breaking news situations and changing events
• Travel: Rarely: less than 10%
• Work Environment Set: Office: normally performed in a typical interior/office environment
• Physical Demands Set: Sedentary work: Involves sitting most of the time; walking, lifting, bending, standing, etc.
About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 63 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA’s OTT advertising service. For more information, visit www.TEGNA.com.
TEGNA requires all employees to be fully vaccinated (as defined by the CDC) against the coronavirus.
EEO Statement
TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We encourage and consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, veteran status or genetic information. TEGNA complies with all applicable laws related to accommodations.
WTSP in Tampa Bay is looking for a Producer for our creative, storytelling shop. The producer must be curious, creative, and collaborate in a newsroom with a strong editorial voice.
Our show producers create interesting and informative newscasts, with an emphasis on the use of video, graphics, conversational writing, and innovative formats.
The ideal candidate will share innovative ideas for daily content, while maintaining close attention to detail. This producer must be able to write concisely and execute the goals of the newscast with near perfection.
EEO Statement
TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We encourage and consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, veteran status or genetic information. TEGNA complies with all applicable laws related to accommodations Show more details...