News Producer

WCVB Channel 5; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Wellness Support

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Job summary

WCVB Channel 5 in Boston seeks a News Producer who thrives in a fast-paced newsroom and delivers compelling, memorable content across linear and digital platforms.

The candidate will own editorial decisions under pressure, lead breaking news coverage, and produce high-quality content with a clear creative vision for each newscast. In-person attendance is required.

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.

Responsibilities

• Build memorable newscasts using creative showcasing, concise writing, and storytelling.
• Write compelling news stories in active voice.
• Lead during breaking news with decisive, accurate information delivery.
• Command the control room and coordinate with staff and on-air team.
• Amplify engagement across web and social platforms with digital editors.
• Communicate effectively with promotions and engineering teams.
• Contribute story ideas on a daily basis.
• Participate in newsroom projects and event coverage.

Skills

Newsroom leadership

News writing

Copy editing

Editorial decision making

Breaking news control

Digital content creation

Tools

Video editing

Job description

Job Description

WCVB, Hearst Television’s market‑leading ABC affiliate in Boston, is looking for a News Producer who excels at creating compelling, memorable content in a fast‑paced news environment. The ideal candidate can construct a clear, creative vision for each newscast and communicate that vision effectively. This role requires a strong leader who thrives in a newsroom setting and can develop multi‑platform content. You are a pro when it comes to making editorial decisions under pressure and adapting as stories evolve. You know how to own breaking news and produce impactful linear and digital content that resonates with our viewers. You are fast, flexible, and work well in a room full of experienced professionals who share the same passion and commitment to quality journalism.

Job Description

WCVB, Hearst Television’s market‑leading ABC affiliate in Boston, is looking for a News Producer who excels at creating compelling, memorable content in a fast‑paced news environment. The ideal candidate can construct a clear, creative vision for each newscast and communicate that vision effectively. This role requires a strong leader who thrives in a newsroom setting and can develop multi‑platform content. You are a pro when it comes to making editorial decisions under pressure and adapting as stories evolve. You know how to own breaking news and produce impactful linear and digital content that resonates with our viewers. You are fast, flexible, and work well in a room full of experienced professionals who share the same passion and commitment to quality journalism.

Responsibilities

• Build memorable newscasts using creative showcasing, concise writing, and skillful storytelling
• Write compelling news stories in active voice
• Act quickly and decisively during breaking news, effectively delivering need‑to‑know information to a broad audience
• Demonstrate a commanding presence in the control room, clearly communicating to production staff and on‑air team
• Display a digital‑first mindset, collaborating with digital editors to amplify engagement across web and social platforms and posting stories and video as often as possible
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with promotions and engineering teams
• Be an everyday story idea contributor
• Take part in newsroom projects including news specials, major event coverage, and programming related to station initiatives

Requirements

• 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
• In‑person attendance required
• Video editing skills a plus
• Related military experience will be considered

Salary

The estimated base salary range for this role is between $70,000 and $90,000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as transferable skills, work experience, business needs, market demands and conditions, including geographic location where the work will be performed, and other factors permitted by law. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

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 nearly 25 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.