NEWSCAST PRODUCER - WLFI

WBNG-TV; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

WLFI News 18 in Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN, is seeking a Newscast Producer to join our news team. You will create, write, and produce two daily broadcasts, delivering compelling local and regional stories with strong storytelling under tight deadlines.

The ideal candidate loves news, can script for TV and digital platforms, and collaborates with anchors and reporters to ensure a high-quality newscast. Experience preferred but not required; degree in journalism or related field is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience preferred, but not required.
• College degree in journalism or related field.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.
• Strong News judgment.
• Strong Writing Skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under the pressure of strict deadlines.
• Non-linear editing.
• ENPS.
• Web Publishing Skills.
• Background check required.

Responsibilities

• Produce live newscasts daily.
• Select stories and determine story order.
• Write broadcast and digital scripts.
• Communicate with anchors, reporters, and others to ensure execution of a high-quality newscast.
• Participate in editorial planning sessions and originate story ideas.
• Possess in-depth knowledge of today’s news and current events.
• Demonstrate strong online research skills to locate stories and information.
• Help create and produce digital and social news content as needed.

Skills

News judgment

Writing skills

Deadline management

Non-linear editing

ENPS

Web publishing

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field

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.

About WLFI:

Established in 1953, WLFI (News 18) is the premier television station serving the Lafayette-West Lafayette area - DMA Market 189. As a CBS affiliate, it provides comprehensive local news, weather, and sports coverage across West-Central Indiana. The Lafayette-West Lafayette area is a dynamic blend of small-town charm and high-tech innovation. Lafayette serves as the scenic county seat, featuring a vibrant, walkable downtown filled with quaint local shops & eclectic dining. Across the river, West Lafayette is the proud home of Purdue University, part of the BIG 10 Athletic Conference, and nationally ranked in multiple areas. Purdue is also an international hub for research. Overall, the area offers a rich quality of life with over 50 parks, the Columbian Park Zoo, and the Celery Bog Nature Area. With its proximity to Indianapolis and Chicago, it provides a perfect balance of Midwestern hospitality and global influence.

Job Description/Summary:

WLFI News 18 – the long-time news leader in Greater Lafayette, Indiana - is looking for a Newscast Producer to join our news team. You will be responsible for creating, writing, and producing two of our daily broadcasts. The ideal candidate will be passionate about storytelling, demonstrate a solid grasp of local, regional, national, and international news, and thrive under deadline pressure.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Produce live newscasts daily
• Select stories and determine story order
• Write broadcast and digital scripts
• Communicate with anchors, reporters, and others to ensure execution of a high-quality newscast
• Participate in editorial planning sessions and originate story ideas
• Possess in-depth knowledge of today’s news and current events
• Demonstrate strong online research skills to locate stories and information
• Help create and produce digital and social news content as needed

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Experience preferred, but not required
• College degree in journalism or related field
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required
• Strong News judgment
• Strong Writing Skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under the pressure of strict deadlines
• Non-linear editing
• ENPS
• Web Publishing Skills
• Background check required

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

Additional Info:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment, regardless of 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 the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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