Weekend Newscast Producer

Capitol Broadcasting Company Inc • Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

WRAL, the leading television station in the Raleigh-Durham-Fayetteville market, is looking for a talented Weekend Newscast Producer to create engaging, visually dynamic, and fast-paced newscasts. During the week, if you’re not filling in, producing a newscast, you will be working with reporters and other colleagues to develop and showcase stories for our television and digital audiences. At WRAL-TV, people join our team and stay—because we’re more than colleagues; we’re family. Being a great fit with our exceptional team is just as important as your professional expertise. Locally owned by Capitol Broadcasting Company, WRAL is based in Raleigh, NC, a city consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a live TV news producer or similar editorial leadership role.
• Strong video editing skills using industry-standard desktop editing platforms (e.g., Adobe Premiere, Edius, Final Cut).
• Proven writing ability with a flair for conversational, urgent, and visually descriptive storytelling.
• Ability to make editorial decisions under pressure and adapt quickly to breaking news or changing priorities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; able to lead editorial discussions and coordinate with multiple teams.
• Flexible schedule with availability for nights, weekends, holidays, severe weather, and major news events including election coverage and the Olympics.

Responsibilities

• Produce newscasts which air on WRAL (NBC 5), WRAZ (Fox 50) and our digital platforms, aligning with newsroom priorities and audience interests.
• Employ strong editorial judgment to curate stories that are accurate, relevant, and impactful for diverse audiences.
• Contribute story ideas and align newscast and digital strategies for consistency in messaging and tone.
• Produce and edit compelling video content using desktop video editing tools; optimize for both broadcast and digital presentation.
• Write clear, engaging scripts and story descriptions tailored for broadcast, web, and social platforms.
• Manage rundowns, segment transitions, and format decisions with an emphasis on story hierarchy, pacing, and viewer engagement.
• Lead real-time news execution during breaking events across all platforms, adjusting rundowns and digital assets swiftly and accurately.
• Coordinate with field crews, digital teams, and control room personnel to ensure seamless delivery of live content.
• Collaborate with the design and graphics team to enhance storytelling through high-quality visuals.
• Ensure consistency, accuracy, and visual appeal in all graphic elements and video packages.
• Work with reporters, photographers, producers, and digital staff to align storytelling objectives across platforms.
• Provide editorial and technical feedback on scripts, video editing, and story presentation.
• Ensure content adheres to journalistic integrity, legal standards, and station brand guidelines.
• Support and contribute to content publishing on digital channels including the station’s website and social media platforms.
• Collaborate with digital producers to repurpose on-air content for maximum reach and engagement online.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health insurance plan options.
• Vision and Dental Insurance.
• Company sponsored life insurance.
• Numerous voluntary benefit options – legal plans, pet insurance, discounted home and auto and more!
• 401K with company match.
• Generous paid time off.
• 9 paid company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Dynamic and inclusive work environment with a supportive team culture.
• Exciting projects and growth opportunities within a leading organization.
• Opportunities to attend free local events, such as sporting events, concerts, shows, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees