News Producer

KTBS - TV; Shreveport (LA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote or hybrid work possible

Job summary

KTBS 3 and KPXJ 21 in Shreveport, LA are seeking a dynamic News Producer to lead daily newscasts. You will research, write, and produce compelling stories, manage placement, timing, graphics, and production flow, and coordinate satellite feeds with the control room during live shows.

The ideal candidate brings sharp editorial judgment, strong writing/editing skills, and a solid understanding of social media and online publishing.

Qualifications

• Strong writing and editing skills
• Knowledge of current events
• Clear and concise communicator under tight deadlines
• Solid understanding of social media and online publishing
• Sharp editorial judgment for daily newscasts

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the preparation of daily newscasts
• Research, write, and produce compelling stories for air
• Manage story placement, teases, timing, graphics, and overall production flow
• Coordinate graphic creation and satellite feeds from various sources
• Work closely with the control room during live productions
• Knowledge of current events
• Strong writing and editing skills
• Solid understanding of social media and online publishing
• Clear and concise communicator under tight deadlines
• Strong organizational skills and news judgment
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and ability to pass a background check and pre-employment drug screening

Skills

Writing

Editing

Editorial judgment

Social media

Deadline-driven

News knowledge

Job description

Are you a creative storyteller with a knack for producing fast‑paced, engaging newscasts? KTBS 3 and KPXJ 21 are seeking a dynamic, self‑starting News Producer to join our team. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and can bring sharp editorial judgment to every broadcast, we want to hear from you.

Remote or hybrid work arrangements may be considered for the right candidate.

• Lead and oversee the preparation of daily newscasts
• Research, write, and produce compelling stories for air
• Manage story placement, teases, timing, graphics, and overall production flow
• Coordinate graphic creation and satellite feeds from various sources
• Work closely with the control room during live productions
• Knowledge of current events
• Strong writing and editing skills
• Solid understanding of social media and online publishing
• Clear and concise communicator under tight deadlines
• Strong organizational skills and news judgment
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and ability to pass a background check and pre-employment drug screening

Email your cover letter, resume, and online reel showcasing your work to: [e-mail] or mail to: NP-4, Box 44227, Shreveport, LA 71134-4227