News Producer

WGAL 8 TV; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

WGAL 8 TV, the NBC affiliate in Lancaster County, is looking for an experienced News Producer who excels in creating memorable newscasts. The right candidate will possess strong writing skills and be able to multi-task effectively. Responsibilities include selecting and researching content, collaborating with a team, and utilizing digital platforms for storytelling.

This position also demands flexibility with scheduling and a commitment to journalistic integrity. Benefits include health services, 401(k) matching, and more.

Qualifications

• Creative and aggressive approach to news production.
• Fast and calm under pressure.
• Ability to engage with digital/social media for storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Select, research, and write content for live newscasts.
• Develop highly visual stories with reporters and photojournalists.
• Contribute content to digital and social platforms.

Skills

Excellent writing, spelling, grammar, and copy-editing skills

Ability to multi-task

Creative presentation style

Unwavering journalistic integrity

Education

College degree in broadcast journalism or related field

Tools

ENPS

Job description

Job Description

WGAL News 8, the NBC affiliate in the Harrisburg-Lancaster-Lebanon-York, PA market, is looking for a strong, take‑charge News Producer who knows how to create memorable newscasts. The right candidate will have a track record of being creative and aggressive, with the ability to make decisions and communicate a strategic plan in a clear, concise manner. We expect excellent news judgment and a can‑do attitude. Candidates must be fast, calm under pressure and eager to grow in their craft. The successful candidate will know how to use digital/social media to find great stories as well as to contribute to all platforms.

Job Responsibilities

• Selecting, researching, and writing content for live newscasts to further the "Coverage You Can Count On" brand of WGAL News 8.
• Working with reporters and photojournalists to develop highly visual stories in assigned newscasts.
• Communicating, coordinating, and executing creative vision with a team of anchors, reporters, meteorologists, photojournalists, editors, digital producers, and production staff.
• Contributing content to our station’s digital and social platforms on a regular basis.

Required Skills

• Excellent writing, spelling, grammar, and copy‑editing skills.
• Ability to multi‑task and coordinate several crews and responsibilities simultaneously.
• Ability to synthesize and summarize complex information into comprehensive segments.
• Creative presentation style and ability to showcase all resources and elements.
• Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards.
• Must be available to work holidays, shifts that include nights, weekends and overnights, and flexible with schedule to be available during breaking news.

Required Experience

• Previous producing experience preferred.
• Experience with ENPS preferred.

Education

• College degree in broadcast journalism, broadcast news, or related field preferred.
• Military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) with associated producing experience will be strongly considered.

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

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

About Us

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.