WTVD News Producer

Disney Entertainment; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 63,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

WTVD Television, LLC in Durham, NC is seeking a News Producer who can craft an energetic, compelling daily newscast and oversee editorial and production elements, writing clear broadcast copy and coordinating with anchors, reporters, editors and graphics staff.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years at a local TV newsroom, strong editorial judgment, storytelling skills, and the ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years of experience at a local television news station with strong editorial judgment and storytelling skills.
• Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines in a fast-paced, high-pressure newsroom environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to adapt quickly to breaking news and schedule changes.

Responsibilities

• Produce and manage daily newscasts, overseeing all editorial and production elements while writing clear, compelling broadcast copy.
• Pitch and develop story ideas aligned with the station’s news strategy, collaborating closely with newsroom and digital teams throughout the day.
• Execute shows efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, including handling last-minute changes under pressure.
• Bring strong editorial judgment, attention to detail, and top-level local news producing experience, with flexibility to work varied and non-traditional hours.

Skills

Editorial judgment

Storytelling

Deadline management

Written & verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism/Communications

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Department/Group Overview

Disney Entertainment’s eight-owned ABC stations are multiplatform leaders in local news and information. The only local news station with three downtown newsrooms (Raleigh/Fayetteville/Durham), ABC11 WTVD Eyewitness News provides 45.5 hours of local news every week, serving more than 1 million households in a 23-county area in North Carolina and Virginia. Eyewitness News also provides news, weather and sports information 24 hours a day on ABC11.com, the ABC11 mobile news app and the new connected TV app.

Job Requirements

Disney Entertainment’s eight-owned ABC stations are multiplatform leaders in local news and information. The only local news station with three downtown newsrooms (Raleigh/Fayetteville/Durham), ABC11 WTVD Eyewitness News provides 45.5 hours of local news every week, serving more than 1 million households in a 23-county area in North Carolina and Virginia. Eyewitness News also provides news, weather and sports information 24 hours a day on ABC11.com, the ABC11 mobile news app and the new connected TV app.

Job Summary

Our ideal candidate is passionate about creating high impact content that resonates with a diverse audience. The candidate has a deep understanding of utilizing all the resources, tools, and live elements to deliver an energetic and compelling news product. This person should be excited to craft their editorial vision to connect and reflect the audience we serve. Producers must work well with anchors, reporters, assignment editors, writers, directors and graphic artists.

Responsibilities And Duties Of The Role

• Produce and manage daily newscasts, overseeing all editorial and production elements while writing clear, compelling broadcast copy.
• Pitch and develop story ideas aligned with the station’s news strategy, collaborating closely with newsroom and digital teams throughout the day.
• Execute shows efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, including handling last-minute changes under pressure.
• Bring strong editorial judgment, attention to detail, and top-level local news producing experience, with flexibility to work varied and non-traditional hours.

Required Education, Experience/Skills/Training

• 3 - 5 years of experience at a local television news station with strong editorial judgment and storytelling skills.
• Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines in a fast-paced, high-pressure newsroom environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to adapt quickly to breaking news and schedule changes.

Preferred Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent professional newsroom experience. Advance degree is a plus.

Disclaimer

PAY TRANSPARENCY

The hiring range for this position in Durham, NC is $63,100 to $84,500 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

This position is with WTVD Television, LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.

WTVD Television, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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