Producer

Local News Producer
KCCI, the CBS affiliate in Des Moines, is looking for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. Creative vision, decisive communication, and the ability to win big stories, own breaking news, and display important weather information are essential. The role requires fast‑paced teamwork and accuracy, reporting to the News Director.

Responsibilities

Select, research, and write content for live newscasts to make the newscast an "experience" for viewers

Coordinate with digital and assignment desk teams to ensure consistent coverage across broadcast and online platforms

Work with and guide reporters in story production

Coordinate creative vision with team of anchors, reporters, meteorologists, photographers, editors, and production staff

Booting assigned newscasts, breaking news and weather events

Live timing newscasts

Requirements

Professional or college producing experience

Experience working in a newsroom

Strong writing and copy‑editing skills

Coordinate several crews and responsibilities simultaneously

Experience summarizing information into easy‑to‑understand components

Creative presentation style, and ability to showcase all resources and elements

Highest journalistic integrity and ethical standards

Must be available to work holidays, night, weekend, overnight shifts and flexible during breaking news

Related military experience will be considered

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

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