Breaking News Producer: Multi-Platform & Fast-Paced

MFI Technologies Incorporated; Needham, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

WCVB in Boston is seeking a News Producer to craft compelling, fast-paced newscasts. You will define a clear vision for each show and guide the team to execute across platforms, ensuring timely, engaging content.

The role requires strong collaboration with editors, the ability to make quick editorial decisions under pressure, and a commitment to high journalistic standards. Flexibility for holidays and overnight shifts is expected.

Qualifications

• Professional newscast producing experience.
• Proven writing and copy-editing skills for both linear and digital.
• Ability to collaborate with assignment editors in dispatching crews.
• Creative presentation style and ability to showcase all resources and elements.
• Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards.
• Must be available to work holidays, night/weekend/overnight shifts, and be flexible during breaking news.
• Video editing skills a plus.
• Related military experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Own breaking news and produce an impactful product that resonates with viewers.
• Develop a clear, creative vision for each newscast and communicate it to the team.
• Create multi-platform content to engage audiences across linear and digital.
• Make editorial decisions quickly and adapt as stories evolve.
• Collaborate with assignment editors and crews to ensure timely coverage.
• Maintain high journalistic standards and integrity in all coverage.

Skills

News production

Copy editing

Team collaboration

Editorial decision making

Journalistic integrity

Flexible schedules

Video editing

Military experience considered

Tools

Video editing software

Job description

WCVB in Boston is seeking a News Producer to craft compelling, fast-paced newscasts. You will define a clear vision for each show and guide the team to execute across platforms, ensuring timely, engaging content.

The role requires strong collaboration with editors, the ability to make quick editorial decisions under pressure, and a commitment to high journalistic standards. Flexibility for holidays and overnight shifts is expected.