KOCO-TV 5, Hearst Television's ABC affiliate in Oklahoma City, has an opening for a strong, take‑charge producer who will elevate our news product. The right candidate will have a track record of creative and aggressive work, the ability to make decisions and communicate a plan clearly and concisely, and excellent news judgment with a can‑do attitude. Candidates must have a proven track record of winning the big story, breaking news and weather, and must remain fast, calm under pressure, and able to play well in a room of like‑minded professionals.
Job Responsibilities
Selecting, researching and writing compelling content for live newscasts to make the newscast an “experience” for viewers
Working with news management to execute the vision and brand of the news organization
Showcasing content and anchors to win the big story and make the newscast visually compelling and memorable
Communicating, coordinating and executing creative vision with a team of anchors, reporters, meteorologists, photographers, editors and production staff
Posting to digital platforms including Facebook when necessary
In‑person attendance required
Qualifications Requirements
Excellent writing, spelling, grammar and copy‑editing skills
Ability to multi‑task and coordinate several crews and responsibilities simultaneously
Ability to summarize information into easy‑to‑understand components
Creative presentation style, and ability to showcase all resources and elements
Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
Must be available to work holidays, shifts that include nights, weekends and overnights, and flexible with schedule to be available during severe weather and breaking news
College degree in broadcast journalism, broadcast news, or related field or equivalent work experience
2 years producing experience in a professional newsroom
Creative presentation style
Ability to showcase content and anchors
Ability to remain calm under pressure
Knowledge of ENPS
Value in Action
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That is why, behind the scenes, we believe in fostering collaboration and open communication to ensure that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k) matching
Emotional Wellness Support
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
LGBTQ+ Health Services
Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs
About Us
Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states, reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Job Info
Job Identification 2026852
Job Category Content and News
Posting Date 06/15/2026, 08:45 PM
Job Schedule Full time
Location 1300 East Britton Road, Oklahoma City, OK, 73131, US
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Producer
Hearst Communications, Inc. · Multiple locations ·
- Job type:
- Full Time