Impactful Local News Producer

KCCI-TV; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Diversity Health Benefits

Job summary

KCCI-TV in Des Moines seeks a Local News Producer to craft meaningful, memorable newscasts and own breaking news and weather coverage. You will write and select content, coordinate with digital and assignment desks, and guide reporters and production staff to ensure a compelling broadcast.

The role demands fast, accurate decision-making, strong storytelling, and a commitment to journalistic integrity. In-person attendance is required.

Qualifications

• Professional or college producing experience required.
• Experience in a newsroom environment is preferred.
• Strong writing and copy-editing skills required.
• Ability to coordinate multiple crews and responsibilities simultaneously.
• Experience summarizing information into clear, concise components.
• Creative presentation style with high journalistic integrity.

Responsibilities

• Select, research, and write content for live newscasts to engage viewers.

Skills

Newsroom experience

Writing

Copy-editing

Story selection

Live timing

Job description

KCCI-TV in Des Moines seeks a Local News Producer to craft meaningful, memorable newscasts and own breaking news and weather coverage. You will write and select content, coordinate with digital and assignment desks, and guide reporters and production staff to ensure a compelling broadcast.

The role demands fast, accurate decision-making, strong storytelling, and a commitment to journalistic integrity. In-person attendance is required.