News Producer, WPTV Job at Scripps Media, Inc. in West Palm Beach

WPTV, the E.W. Scripps NBC affiliate in West Palm Beach, is seeking a creative, motivated News Producer who will craft engaging stories that connect with our community. This position offers an opportunity to produce content for multiple platforms, bringing the most important news of the day to viewers across Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast. As a Producer at WPTV, you'll play a vital role in delivering the news that keeps our community informed, engaged, and connected. West Palm Beach offers the perfect blend of coastal living and urban sophistication. Located along Florida's Atlantic coastline, the city has beautiful beaches, world‑class cultural attractions, and a thriving downtown scene with exceptional dining, shopping, and entertainment. The area enjoys year‑round sunshine and easy access to outdoor activities, from boating and fishing to exploring the nearby Everglades. Apply today!

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Develop and organize newscasts or local programs.

Write story development and showcasing.

Collaborate with reporters, anchors, news managers and assignment editors to determine content needs.

Enhance content with graphics, video, research, and station branding.

Execute time‑sensitive decisions.

Oversee live broadcast and up‑to‑the‑minute editorial decisions.

Perform desktop editing.

Post content to the station's websites.

Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

BS/BA in related discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience

Generally, 2+ years of experience in related field preferred

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

Avid local news consumer: knows daily news, events, trends and happenings on a local level

Strong vision and ability to advance stories

Excellent interpersonal communicator

Extraordinarily passionate about writing; courageous and creative storyteller with attention to even tiny details - choosing the perfect words, grammar, spelling

Highly organized

Highly adaptable - fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment

Strong self‑motivation

Working knowledge of journalistic ethics and libel laws, and strong editorial judgement

Able to use web analytics

Proficient with newsroom computer systems, MS Office a plus

Flexible work hours may be required, including holidays, weekends and evenings

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