NEWS PRODUCER (EVENING -10 PM) - WAFB

FOX Carolina News • Baton Rouge, LA

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About The Position

Produce WAFB’s award-winning 10 pm newscast with dynamic showcasing featuring
live breaking news and weather coverage.

Overnight shift 11:30 pm – 7:30 am; college degree required.

As an evening news producer, you’ll help lead one of the highest-rated evening
newscasts in the country! You’ll build and execute a fast-paced, content-rich
show that prioritizes breaking news and weather coverage, delivering accurate,
compelling stories to viewers starting their day.In this role, you will:

Requirements

• College degree in journalism, communications, or a related field
• Strong writing skills with the ability to craft clear, engaging content across platforms

Responsibilities

• Own the newscast from start to finish, stacking, timing, and producing live morning shows.
• Drive breaking news and severe weather coverage, making quick, confident editorial decisions in real time.
• Craft strong, clear writing for anchors and teases that keep viewers engaged.
• Collaborate closely with anchors, other morning producers, meteorologists, reporters, and digital teams to coordinate content across platforms.
• Edit video and build graphics to support storytelling and maintain a clean, professional look.
• Maintain high editorial standards while working efficiently under deadline pressure.

What This Job Offers

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