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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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KNWA & FOX24 are looking for an aggressive, innovative, and creative Newscast & Streaming Producer to help take our content to the next level. This unique position blends the fast-paced world of live television news with the dynamic, evolving landscape of digital and streaming media.
We’re looking for someone who thrives on breaking news, investigative storytelling, and the challenge of making stories pop across platforms. You’ll be producing evening newscasts, contributing to digital content, and helping develop original programming for our streaming platforms.
Key Responsibilities:
- Produce impactful evening newscasts that inform and engage the community
- Write and edit daily news stories for television and digital platforms
- Make editorial decisions in breaking news situations
- Collaborate with anchors, reporters, and production staff
- Fill in on other shifts as needed
- Prep and assist in OBS recordings and live productions, including camera, audio, and lighting setup
- Participate in the development of new original programs for 479 First
- Work with creative services to design graphics, opens, and other visual elements
- Coordinate with talent and management to ensure smooth production
- Manage encoding, uploading, and platform compatibility for streaming
- Stay current with digital trends and viewer preferences
What We’re Looking For:
- Passion for breaking news, weather coverage, and community impact
- Strong digital and social media skills
- Creative mindset with a desire to innovate
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
- Journalistic integrity, optimism, and a winning attitude
Requirements and Skills:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, TV/Film, or equivalent
- Experience in television or radio broadcast/production preferred
- Strong news judgment and understanding of audience needs
- Excellent verbal, written, and analytical skills
- Detail-oriented and tech-savvy
- Ability to work well with video journalists, anchors, editors, and engineers
- Familiarity with digital and streaming platforms
Why Fayetteville?
Northwest Arkansas is a rapidly growing region with a population of over 500,000. It offers a high quality of life, low cost of living, and a vibrant cultural scene. From world-class museums and concerts to outdoor adventures and foodie destinations, Fayetteville consistently ranks among the top 10 best places to live in the U.S.
Our newsroom is built on growth, feedback, and a commitment to community. Whether you’re looking to plant roots or take the next big step in your career, we have a proven track record of supporting both.
KNWA-TV/KFTA-TV is an equal opportunity employer.
KNWA & FOX24 are looking for an aggressive, innovative, and creative Newscast & Streaming Producer to help take our content to the next level. This unique position blends the fast-paced world of live television news with the dynamic, evolving landscape of digital and streaming media.
We’re looking for someone who thrives on breaking news, investigative storytelling, and the challenge of making stories pop across platforms. You’ll be producing evening newscasts, contributing to digital content, and helping develop original programming for our streaming platforms.
Key Responsibilities:
- Produce impactful evening newscasts that inform and engage the community
- Write and edit daily news stories for television and digital platforms
- Make editorial decisions in breaking news situations
- Collaborate with anchors, reporters, and production staff
- Fill in on other shifts as needed
- Prep and assist in OBS recordings and live productions, including camera, audio, and lighting setup
- Participate in the development of new original programs for 479 First
- Work with creative services to design graphics, opens, and other visual elements
- Coordinate with talent and management to ensure smooth production
- Manage encoding, uploading, and platform compatibility for streaming
- Stay current with digital trends and viewer preferences
What We’re Looking For:
- Passion for breaking news, weather coverage, and community impact
- Strong digital and social media skills
- Creative mindset with a desire to innovate
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
- Journalistic integrity, optimism, and a winning attitude
Requirements and Skills:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, TV/Film, or equivalent
- Experience in television or radio broadcast/production preferred
- Strong news judgment and understanding of audience needs
- Excellent verbal, written, and analytical skills
- Detail-oriented and tech-savvy
- Ability to work well with video journalists, anchors, editors, and engineers
- Familiarity with digital and streaming platforms
Why Fayetteville?
Northwest Arkansas is a rapidly growing region with a population of over 500,000. It offers a high quality of life, low cost of living, and a vibrant cultural scene. From world-class museums and concerts to outdoor adventures and foodie destinations, Fayetteville consistently ranks among the top 10 best places to live in the U.S.
Our newsroom is built on growth, feedback, and a commitment to community. Whether you’re looking to plant roots or take the next big step in your career, we have a proven track record of supporting both.
KNWA-TV/KFTA-TV is an equal opportunity employer.
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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, Nexstar Media Group, and TEGNA, with the largest share of openings in Florida, California, and District of Columbia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 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 67% of newscast producer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 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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