Lead News Producer: Digital-First & Breaking Coverage

Gray Media

Sioux City (IA)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Gray Media’s KTIV News 4 in Sioux City seeks an energetic News Producer to lead multi-platform coverage and own the news cycle. You’ll craft compelling newscasts for broadcast and digital, write, edit, and oversee content across TV, website, app, and social channels.

You’ll collaborate with reporters, photographers, and anchors in a fast-paced newsroom, respond quickly to breaking news and weather, and push for accurate, engaging storytelling that serves the Siouxland community.

Qualifications

Digital-first mindset for cross-platform content
Strong writing with punchy, human storytelling
Ability to stay calm and focused in live control room
Willingness to learn newsroom tech and non-linear editing
Degree in journalism or related field with drive to grow in award-winning newsroom
Collaborative team player who values feedback
Empathy for the Siouxland community and urgent storytelling

Responsibilities

Craft compelling newscasts for broadcast and digital platforms.
Own the digital space by pushing breaking news and exclusive content to website, app, and social channels.
Lead the newsroom by collaborating with reporters, photographers, and anchors.
React quickly during breaking news or severe weather to provide life-saving information.
Innovate storytelling with graphics and multi-platform tools to make stories relatable and shareable.
Maintain accuracy and journalistic integrity across scripts and posts.