NEWSCAST PRODUCER - KFVS

KFVS/WSIL is seeking an energetic, creative, and motivated Producer to join our newsroom. The ideal candidate is passionate about storytelling, thrives under deadline pressure, and has a strong grasp of local and national news. This producer will craft compelling, visually engaging newscasts that inform and connect with our audience on all platforms.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Produce engaging, fast-paced newscasts

Write, edit, and organize scripts with accuracy and creativity

Coordinate with anchors, reporters, photographers, directors, and the digital team to ensure seamless and polished shows

Incorporate breaking news, live shots, and developing stories effectively into newscasts

Monitor wires, social media, scanner traffic, and other sources for story ideas and updates

Collaborate with Newsroom leadership on story selection, rundowns, and coverage priorities – ensuring strategic goals are being met

Ensure broadcasts meet editorial and legal standards

Contribute to digital platforms

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field preferred

Previous newscast producing experience preferred, but not required

Strong writing, storytelling, and editorial judgment skills

Familiarity with ENPS or similar newsroom systems a plus

Ability to multitask and make decisions quickly in a fast-paced environment

Must be able to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Additional Info
Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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