WGN-TV is hiring: Supervising Producer in Chicago

WGN-TV is searching for a creative, informed, and innovative weekend Supervising Producer for the WGN Evening News. This position plays a critical role in the daily success of the show and requires a collaborative, adaptable journalist with line‑producing experience. The right candidate may also serve as an Associate Producer multiple days during the week.

Duties/Responsibilities

Produce strong, compelling newscasts with a focus on accuracy, pacing, and storytelling.

Serve as a collaborative team player, working closely with other producers, the digital/web team, field crews, and the Assignment Desk to maximize newsroom resources and reflect the most important news of the day.

Write clear, captivating news teases and stories; review and edit writers’ scripts while maintaining editorial standards.

Contribute as an Associate Producer during the week and as needed, serving in a variety of roles including:

Fill‑in line producing

Booking for weekend or weekday evening shows

Field producing

Willingness to work holidays, and non‑traditional hours as newsroom coverage demands.

Demonstrate flexibility by filling in on other shifts, shows, or roles when staffing or breaking news requires.

Ability to meet tight deadlines, prioritize competing assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.

Requirements/Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Mass Communications or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Minimum of five (5) years of experience. Knowledge of the Chicago market is a plus.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Desktop editing skills preferred.

Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Leadership ability, positive attitude, flexibility, and creativity are essential.

Must be dependable, adaptable, and calm under pressure in breaking news situations.

Salary Range
70K to 80K Annualized – commensurate with applicant's experience and skill level

Benefits
Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more.

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In Summary: WGN-TV is searching for a creative, informed, and innovative weekend Supervising Producer for the WGN Evening News . This position plays a critical role in the daily success of the show and requires a collaborative, adaptable journalist with line‑producing experience . The right candidate may also serve as an Associate Producer multiple days during the week .

En Español: WGN-TV está buscando un productor supervisor creativo, informado e innovador del fin de semana para el programa. El candidato adecuado también puede servir como productor asociado varios días durante la semana. Duties/Responsibilities Produce noticieros fuertes y convincentes con un enfoque en precisión, ritmo e narración de historias. Sirva como jugador de equipo colaborativo, trabajando estrechamente con otros productores, el equipo digital / web, equipos de campo y el escritorio de asignaciones para maximizar los recursos del salón de redacción y reflejar las noticias más importantes del día. Escriba chistes y historias de noticias claras y cautivadoras; revisa y edita guiones al tiempo que mantiene estándares editoriales. Contribuye como productor associado durante la semanas y según sea necesario, desempeñando una variedad de funciones, incluyendo: llenar línea de producción Reservas para fines de semana o jornalismo nocturno Voluntad a trabajar fiestas cerradas y no tradicionales como programas profesionales. Conocimiento del mercado de Chicago es una ventaja. Excelentes habilidades de comunicación, tanto escritas como verbales. Fuertes habilidades organizativas y atención al detalle. Habilidades de edición de escritorio preferidas. Capacidad comprobada para trabajar en colaboración como parte de un equipo. La capacidad de liderazgo, actitud positiva, flexibilidad y creatividad son esenciales. Debe ser confiable, adaptable y tranquilo bajo presión en situaciones de actualidad.