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Newscast Producer jobs are open across broadcast television, local news, cable networks, and digital streaming outlets, at every level from entry-level associate producer to senior executive producer, with specializations in live breaking news, sports, and morning shows. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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About us:
4 News Now, a Morgan Murphy Media company and the ABC affiliate in Spokane, Washington, is a family-owned, people-first newsroom. The community is at the core of what we do and who we are and we believe it is our duty to inform, but also to inspire.
About this opportunity:
Want to work in a newsroom where you have the creative freedom to try new things? Want to produce and present compelling, informative content across all platforms? Come work for 4 News Now. We're looking for a smart, creative, hard-working, team player to join our news team. Your primary job is to help produce one of our fast-paced, successful, engaging evening newscasts. You’ll work with an experienced team of newsroom managers, producers and anchors – and, alongside a team of excited journalists, always looking for interesting ways to deliver content. We aim to inform and inspire in creative ways and believe in listening to the audience to determine how best to fit their needs. Your work will have meaning, as we strive to connect with our community and tell the stories that truly impact their lives. We’re more about quality and context than story count. Here, everyone’s voice matters in developing our vision and strategy for local news. All this, and you’ll do it in an up-and-coming city, where you can spend your off hours exploring exciting restaurants, outdoor activities and adventure instead of sitting in your car in a long commute.
What you’ll do:
- Develop, coordinate & organize news coverage into daily newscasts
- Write & edit news stories for newscasts
- Format newscasts and execute on-air production
- Coordinate pre-produced elements of newscast live shots
- Be a part of the strategic planning to move newscasts to the next level
- Contribute on digital platforms
What you’ll bring:
- 4-year degree with an emphasis in Journalism, Mass Communications or equivalent
- Critical thinking and a hunger for news
· Prior TV news producing experience or willing to learn!
· Possess strong broadcast and AP style writing skills
· Possess sound news judgment
· Able to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment
· Excellent project-management skills and constant attention to detail
· Thorough knowledge of media law
What 4 News Now offers:
- We’re a dynamic and progressive family-owned business that values our employees, our culture and our community
- We are a team of talented and creative professionals. Who wouldn’t want to work with the best in the business?
- We are committed to maintaining a culture where employees can flourish and grow, professionally and personally
- We offer competitive compensation and benefits
- Pay Range: $38,000/yearly - $42,000/yearly
- Our robust benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, prescription, life and long-term disability insurance, EAP, flexible spending account, and 401(k)
- Time off work/life balance is important to us. We provide vacation days, sick days, personal days and 9 paid holidays
What’s next? To apply on-line and include your resume and link go to:
https://morganmurphymedia.com/current-openings/
4 NEWS NOW IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Pay: $38,000.00 - $42,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in newscast producer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field
- Proficiency in broadcast newsroom software such as ENPS, iNEWS, or Dalet
- Experience writing and editing scripts for on-air broadcast delivery
- Ability to produce live newscasts under deadline pressure in fast-paced environments
- Strong news judgment and familiarity with editorial standards and FCC guidelines
- Experience coordinating with reporters, anchors, photographers, and assignment desks
Tips for Your Newscast Producer Job Search
Tailor your resume to the rundown
Newscast producers live by the rundown, so your resume should reflect that fluency. List the story types you've produced, the formats you've managed, and the broadcast software you know. Hiring managers scan for ENPS, iNEWS, or Dalet experience before reading anything else.
Show your reel before they ask
Attach a two-to-three minute highlight reel to every application before the employer requests one. Include a mix of live breaking coverage and a planned newscast. Producers who front-load their reel with a strong breaking-news segment move faster through the review process.
Target market size strategically when applying
If you're coming from a small market, apply to mid-size markets rather than jumping straight to major metros. Employers in markets ranked 25 to 50 often prefer candidates with hands-on producing experience over those with big-market internships and no lead producer credits.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists newscast producer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a writing test before interviews
Most newscast producer interviews include a timed writing exercise covering script rewrites, story teases, or a mock rundown. Practice writing to time under 30 seconds per story. Stations often eliminate candidates at this stage before any conversation with a news director.
Follow up with a news director directly
After applying, a brief email to the news director referencing a recent story or format change at their station signals genuine interest. Keep it under four sentences. News directors notice candidates who demonstrate they actually watch the product, not just those who submit a generic application.
Newscast Producer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most newscast producers?
The companies hiring the most newscast producers right now include GRAY MEDIA, Sinclair Broadcast, and TEGNA, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Washington, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Broadcast television station groups and regional cable news networks typically account for the majority of active openings at any given time.
How many newscast producer jobs are remote?
About 0% of newscast producer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the live and time-sensitive nature of broadcast news production. Digital and streaming news operations offer the most remote flexibility, while roles tied to live linear broadcasts at local television stations almost always require on-site presence.
How do you become a newscast producer?
You become a newscast producer by building foundational skills in journalism, starting in an entry-level role such as production assistant or associate producer at a local television station. From there, you move into writing and rundown management responsibilities, develop fluency in newsroom software, and work toward taking full ownership of a newscast. Most producers spend several years in smaller markets before advancing to larger stations.
Can you get hired as a newscast producer with little experience?
You can get hired as a newscast producer with limited experience by targeting entry-level associate producer or production assistant roles at small-market stations, which typically have higher turnover and are more willing to develop candidates. A strong writing sample, a basic reel from college or internship work, and demonstrated familiarity with newsroom software carry more weight than years of experience at this stage.
What does the newscast producer interview process look like?
The newscast producer interview process typically begins with a phone screen from HR or a hiring manager, followed by a timed writing test that may include script rewrites, rundown construction, or breaking news exercises. Finalists usually meet with the news director and may be asked to critique a recent broadcast or walk through how they would handle a live breaking story. References from former news directors or executive producers carry significant weight in the final decision.
Where can I find and apply to newscast producer jobs?
You can find and apply to newscast producer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, market preference, and format specialization, then apply directly to each opening that fits.
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