NEWSCAST PRODUCER - WAND

GRAY MEDIA; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

HSA contributions

PTO & relocation benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

WAND News, part of Gray Media, is seeking a versatile producer to build rundown for streaming and TV newscasts. This role requires independent decision-making, knowledge of pop culture and current events, and the ability to think quickly.

- Create daily newscasts for WAND's streaming and TV platforms; - Write and organize newscasts; - Collaborate with anchors, reporters and photographers for coverage; - Create graphics for integration into newscasts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a TV newsroom or solid internships.
• College degree in journalism or communications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create daily newscasts for streaming and TV platforms.
• Write and organize newscasts.
• Coordinate with anchors, reporters, and photographers for coverage.
• Develop graphics for integration into newscasts.

Skills

TV newsroom

Internships

Education

College degree in journalism or communications

Job description

Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 46 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account with Company contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employer-paid life and disability benefits
• Paid parental leave benefits
• Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
• 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
• Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
• Focus on Caring

$18.00 - $19.00/hr. (dependent on experience)

Shift and Schedule:

Mon. - Fri. (or at Manager's Discretion)

Job Type:

Full-Time

Job Summary/Description:

WAND News is looking for a versatile producer who can handle building a rundown for our streaming platform and TV newscasts. This position requires independent decision-making, knowledge of pop culture and current events, and the ability to think quickly.

- Create daily newscasts for WAND's streaming and TV platforms
- Responsible for the writing and organization of newscasts
- Work closely with anchors, reporters, and photographers for efficient coverage of daily news
- Create compelling graphics for graphic applications to integrate into newscasts

Qualifications:

- Minimum 1 year of experience in a TV newsroom or solid internships
- College degree in journalism or communications-related field preferred

WAND-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with Gray’s employees' ability to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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