KCCI is hiring: Executive Producer in Des Moines

Job Description
KCCI, the CBS affiliate in Des Moines, is seeking an Executive Producer to lead the newsroom’s editorial vision across broadcast and digital platforms in a fast-paced news environment. This hands‑on newsroom leader will translate strategy into daily newscasts and digital coverage, recruit producers, and work with the News Director to implement winning strategies for each newscast. When breaking news arises, the Executive Producer will respond decisively. Otherwise, the role involves overseeing a compelling product that delivers interesting content to viewers. Coaching and leadership skills are essential to develop those the executive supervises. The Executive Producer reports to the News Director.

Responsibilities

Oversee rundowns and scripts for daily newscasts with a focus on clarity, pacing, and storytelling

Respond decisively to breaking news on digital and on air

Research, pitch, and develop enterprise stories that resonate across broadcast, digital, and social platforms

Manage, coach, and motivate producers, reporters, and video journalists

Oversee the use of all graphics resources to enhance presentation

Write compelling news stories in active voice

Booth newscasts when needed

Communicate with news staff, promotions, and production/engineering

Requirements

Three years producing experience

Demonstrated writing experience and visual thinking skills

Coordinator of 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

Experience with Adobe Premiere editing system

Related military experience will be considered

Values in Action
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. We believe in diversity, compassion, and representation in the content we create.

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

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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