News Producer

Hearst Magazines; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical | Dental | Vision

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Emotional Wellness Support

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Job summary

Hearst Television in the Boston market is seeking a News Producer who crafts compelling content for fast-paced broadcasts and digital platforms. You will lead editorial decisions, shape the narrative for each newscast, and collaborate with the team to deliver engaging stories for viewers.

The role requires strong writing, on-air leadership in the control room, and the ability to adapt as stories evolve. In-person attendance is required, with a digital-first approach to maximize reach across

Qualifications

• Professional newscast producing experience.
• Proven writing and copy-editing for linear & digital.
• Ability to collaborate with assignment editors in dispatching crews.
• Creative presentation style and ability to showcase resources.
• Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethics.
• Must be available to work holidays, night/weekends, and flexible during breaking news.
• In-person attendance required.
• Video editing skills a plus.
• Related military experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Build memorable newscasts using creative showcasing, concise writing, and storytelling.
• Write compelling news stories in active voice.
• Act quickly during breaking news and deliver need-to-know information to a broad audience.
• Demonstrate a commanding presence in the control room.
• Display a digital-first mindset and amplify engagement across web and social platforms.
• Communicate effectively with promotions and engineering teams.
• Be an everyday story idea contributor.
• Participate in newsroom projects including specials and major events.

Skills

News producing

Editorial decision-making

Storytelling

Digital-first mindset

Writing & copy-editing

Leadership in newsroom

Ability to work under pressure

Collaboration with assignment editors

Flexibility for holidays & nights

In-person attendance

Tools

Video editing

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

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following 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