Producer

News-Press-and-Gazette; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance (medical, dental, vision, &c

Retirement savings plan with employer

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

KVIA-TV in El Paso, TX, is seeking a solid, creative producer to help lead our newscasts. You will guide a team of anchors, reporters, and photographers to craft compelling content with strong storytelling, clear writing, and branded presentation.

You will ensure quality, accuracy, and timely pacing, while protecting the brand and maintaining high ethical standards in a fast-paced environment. This role involves close collaboration with the Assignment Desk and News Directors, and writing digital

Qualifications

• BA/BS in journalism, communications, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience producing newscasts preferred, but not necessary.
• Understanding of legal liabilities and ethics.
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive insurance program including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Responsibilities

• Ensure daily quality and accuracy in newscasts.
• Drive showcasing, pacing and content decisions in newscasts.
• Copy edit and approve reporter scripts.
• Protect the First Alert & Breaking News Brand.
• Make sure newscasts are timed properly.
• Good communicator in the control room.
• Work closely with the Assignment Desk, Assistant News Director & Digital Content Director.
• Write digital copy for KVIA website and app.
• Send out breaking news push alerts as needed.

Skills

Storytelling

Writing

Branding

News judgment

Teasing

Showcasing

Education

BA/BS in journalism or communications

Job description

KVIA-TV is the number one news station in El Paso, Texas/Las Cruces, New Mexico. We are looking for a solid, creative and energetic producer to help lead our newscasts.

JOB DESCRIPTION

As a producer you will help lead a team of content creators: including anchors, reporters, and photographers to help create compelling content – this includes solid storytelling, writing, teasing, branding, and showcasing abilities. You must have sound news judgement with the ability to make quick, real-time decisions in a high-paced and deadline-based environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure daily quality and accuracy in newscasts
• Drive showcasing, pacing and content decisions in newscasts
• Copy edit and approve reporter scripts
• Protect the First Alert & Breaking News Brand
• Make sure newscasts are timed properly
• Good communicator in the control room
• Work closely with the Assignment Desk, Assistant News Director & Digital Content Director
• Write digital copy for KVIA website and app
• Send out breaking news push alerts as needed

Required Qualifications:

• BA/BS in journalism, communications, or related field
• 2+ years of experience producing newscasts preferred, but not necessary
• Understanding of legal liabilities and ethics
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive insurance program including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are valued and respected.

Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

KVIA-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Requisition Number:

26-1146