News Producer

Fox • Austin, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

FOX 7 Austin is looking for a News Producer. This position plays a critical role in shaping the newscast by identifying breaking news, developing enterprise and follow-up stories, and preparing content that informs and engages viewers. The Producer must be creative, energetic, with strong writing skills, well informed, well read and be willing to take chances and try new things. This role requires creativity, urgency, and decisiveness, with a focus on delivering compelling, accurate, and timely news content under tight deadlines. The Producer works collaboratively with newsroom staff to ensure the strongest possible broadcast day.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from an accredited four-year college or university required
• Minimum of three years equivalent experience preferred
• Exceptional writing and editorial judgment
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, particularly during breaking news
• High level of initiative and self-motivation
• Positive attitude and adaptability during overnight hours
• Excellent organizational skills
• Team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills
• Integrity and commitment to journalistic standards

Responsibilities

• Contribute to editorial decision-making for overnight and early-morning newscasts, including breaking news, developing stories, and follow-ups from the previous day
• Develop, pitch, and execute story ideas with a focus on morning-show relevance and viewer needs
• Monitor local, national, and overnight news sources to identify breaking or developing stories
• Write and manage content for early-morning newscasts, news updates, and special coverage
• Prepare show rundowns, scripts, teases, and transitions with strong pacing and clarity
• Coordinate with assignment desk, reporters, and photographers to deploy coverage as needed
• Ensure compliance with all legal, ethical, and regulatory standards related to news content
• Create and approve scripts for broadcast, digital, and social platforms
• Build graphics and supers to support on-air storytelling
• Provide content for web and social media platforms
• Assist in planning and producing live and/or taped coverage, including breaking news situations that occur
• Participate in editorial meetings and provide a clear handoff to incoming producers and managers
• Communicate with colleagues at other Fox O&O stations
• Operate iNews, BitCentral, and other newsroom systems and equipment
• Maintain regular attendance and reliability during overnight hours
• Comply with all FTS computer requirements and station policies, including security, ethics, and equipment responsibility
• Demonstrate strong writing and storytelling skills with a keen eye for accuracy and detail
• Exhibit excellent organizational and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Work independently while maintaining strong communication with the larger newsroom team
• Attend and participate in scheduled meetings as required
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• medical/dental/vision
• insurance
• a 401(k) plan
• paid time off
• other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level