Local News Producer

Hearst•Salinas, CA

9d•$48,000 - $53,000•Onsite

About The Position

KSBW 8 (NBC), Central Coast ABC, and Estrella TV Costa Central, part of Hearst Television, are seeking a creative, take-charge Producer who can create memorable live newscasts. The role calls for strong news judgment, clear and concise communication, the ability to make decisions, and a proven record of covering major stories, breaking news, and weather. The successful candidate will remain calm under pressure and collaborate effectively with newsroom professionals. In-person attendance is required. The position reports to the News Director. The Producer selects, researches, and writes content for live newscasts, guides reporters in story production, and coordinates the creative vision with anchors, reporters, meteorologists, photographers, editors, and production staff. Candidates must be available for holidays and shifts that may include nights, weekends, and overnights, and must be flexible to work during breaking news. Hearst Television describes its benefits as modern and flexible, with programs intended to support employees and their families. The estimated base salary range is $48,000–$53,000 USD; actual pay depends on factors including skills, experience, business needs, market conditions, and work location.

Requirements

At least 2 years of producing experience.
Creative presentation style.
Excellent writing, spelling, grammar, and copy-editing skills.
Ability to multitask and coordinate several crews and responsibilities simultaneously.
Ability to summarize information into easy-to-understand components.
Ability to showcase all available resources and elements.
Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards.
Availability for holidays and shifts that include nights, weekends, and overnights, with schedule flexibility for breaking news.

Nice To Haves

Newsroom experience.
Knowledge of ENPS.
Bilingual ability.
Related experience and/or training, or a combination of education and experience.
Related military training and experience; Hearst Television considers military veterans' backgrounds.

Responsibilities

Select, research, and write content for live newscasts to create an engaging experience for viewers.
Work with and guide reporters in story production.
Communicate, coordinate, and execute the creative vision with anchors, reporters, meteorologists, photographers, editors, and production staff.
Attend work in person.
Be available for holidays and shifts that include nights, weekends, and overnights, and remain flexible to work during breaking news.