Producer

The role

You will build and execute daily newscasts to engage, educate, and inform audiences. This role involves pitching stories, building rundowns, and leading live breaking news coverage across streaming and broadcast services.

What you will do

• Pitch compelling stories and lead the newscast process from ideation to execution.
• Craft and produce stories across platforms.
• Build comprehensive rundowns and select production elements.
• Collaborate with newsroom leadership, production lead, and other producers.
• Lead continuous, live coverage of breaking news and community events.
• Innovate in show design and storytelling.
• Apply data analytics to shape content and boost engagement.
• Commit to inclusive storytelling by amplifying underrepresented voices.

Required qualifications

• 1-3 years of news content experience.
• Strong organizational skills to manage newscast production under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills for newsroom coordination and high-pressure situations.
• Ability to maintain composure and adaptability during breaking news.
• A collaborative, growth-focused approach to leadership.

Nice to have

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a related field
• Proficiency in news production tools
• Knowledge of vMix, Edius, or similar production platforms

Benefits

• Two medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
• Dental and eye care coverage
• Fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) program with 100% match on the first 4% of pay
• Nine free virtual doctor’s appointments through Teladoc
• 12 free annual therapy sessions through Spring Health
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Nine paid holidays per year

About the company

TEGNA Inc. provides local news and services through 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets. WBNS-TV is a TEGNA-owned affiliate in Columbus, OH.