News Producer Job at Iowa Broadcasters Association in Iowa

Details
In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day production of our newscasts. This position will also work closely with the Executive Producer, Director, Assignment Desk and Anchors on the newscast and its content. In this position you will determine the content and flow of newscasts, work with management and on-air staff to generate and write stories and develop content for our web site.

Vacancy Type
Full Time

Date Posted
5/6/2026

Closing Date
7/5/2026

City
Cedar Rapids

Requirements
KGAN has an opening for a creative News Producer! In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day production of our newscasts. This position will also work closely with the Executive Producer, Director, Assignment Desk and Anchors on the newscast and its content. In this position you will determine the content and flow of newscasts, work with management and on-air staff to generate and write stories and develop content for our web site.

The ideal candidate will have

Solid news judgment

Be a compelling and accurate writer

Be able to multitask and manage time in order to put together an exciting and informative newscast

Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment

Strong leadership and communication skills

The ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts

Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving abilities are a must

Proficient with non-linear editing (i.e. Avid) and newsroom systems, such as iNews

Experience

Must have at least some previous news producing experience at a commercial TV station, although the right entry-level candidate may be considered

A journalism degree is preferred

Driver's license with a clean driving record

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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The Iowa Broadcasters Association represents the interests of its television and radio station members in the Iowa State Legislature, the United States congress, at the FCC and with various other legislative/regulatory bodies and the public.   Since 1951, the IBA has worked to advocate and advance the mission of service that’s the cornerstone of broadcasting.

 

In addition to its lobbying efforts, the IBA offers a variety of services to help recognize and support Iowa’s broadcasters.  Sales training, FCC and legal guidance, the Alternative Broadcast Inspection Program (ABIP), and the maintenance of the Iowa Broadcaster’s Hall of Fame and Iowa Broadcaster of the Year honors.