News Producer: Lead Fast-Paced, Multi-Platform Broadcast

Paramount Pictures; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Generous PTO

On-site and virtual engagement events

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

KDKA-TV, part of Paramount, seeks a strong News Producer to lead daily newscasts across broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms in Pittsburgh. You will oversee editorial judgments, write and edit copy, and coordinate with reporters and photographers to deliver accurate, engaging local news.

Ideal candidates bring newsroom leadership, solid news judgment, and a track record of producing under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum 2–5 years of newsroom production experience (level dependent).
• Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to work under aggressive deadlines.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including early mornings, nights, weekends, holidays, and breaking news.

Responsibilities

• Produce daily KDKA newscasts by determining story selection, order, pacing, and tone.
• Make editorial decisions reflecting standards of accuracy, balance, and transparency.
• Respond quickly to breaking news, severe weather, and major local events.
• Ensure content meets legal, ethical, and CBS News & Stations standards.
• Write and edit copy for anchors, teases, and live situations.
• Edit scripts for accuracy, flow, and delivery.
• Coordinate with reporters and photographers to sharpen story focus and visuals.
• Lead the show through live broadcasts and manage timing changes.

Skills

Writing and editing

Editorial leadership

Communication

Leadership

Deadline pressure

Flexible shifts

Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism or communications

Tools

Video editing systems

Job description

KDKA-TV, part of Paramount, seeks a strong News Producer to lead daily newscasts across broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms in Pittsburgh. You will oversee editorial judgments, write and edit copy, and coordinate with reporters and photographers to deliver accurate, engaging local news.

Ideal candidates bring newsroom leadership, solid news judgment, and a track record of producing under tight deadlines.