News Producer: Fast-Paced, Multi-Platform Storytelling

Hearst Television; 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

Diversity and Community Engagement

Job summary

Hearst Television’s Boston ABC affiliate, WCVB, is seeking a News Producer to craft compelling, fast-paced newscasts and multi-platform content. The role demands strong editorial judgment, a leadership presence in the newsroom, and the ability to own breaking news while collaborating with digital teams.

The ideal candidate brings proven producing experience, sharp writing, and a commitment to high-quality journalism, with flexibility to work varied shifts and holidays.

Qualifications

• Proven experience producing newscasts in a professional newsroom.
• Strong writing and copy-editing skills for both linear and digital platforms.
• Ability to collaborate with assignment editors and dispatch crews.
• Creative presentation style and ability to showcase all resources.
• Unwavering journalistic integrity and adherence to ethical standards.
• Must be available for holidays and night/weekend/overnight shifts; in-person attendance required.
• Video editing skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build memorable newscasts with concise writing and storytelling.
• Write compelling news stories in active voice.
• Act quickly during breaking news to deliver essential information.
• Demonstrate a commanding presence in the control room and communicate with staff.
• Collaborate with digital editors to amplify engagement across web and social platforms.
• Contribute ideas for everyday stories and newsroom projects.
• Participate in news specials, major events, and station initiatives.

Skills

News producing

Writing & copy-editing

Collaboration with editors

Editorial decision-making

Journalistic integrity

Flexibility in schedule

In-person attendance

Video editing ability

Military experience considered

Job description

Hearst Television’s Boston ABC affiliate, WCVB, is seeking a News Producer to craft compelling, fast-paced newscasts and multi-platform content. The role demands strong editorial judgment, a leadership presence in the newsroom, and the ability to own breaking news while collaborating with digital teams.

The ideal candidate brings proven producing experience, sharp writing, and a commitment to high-quality journalism, with flexibility to work varied shifts and holidays.