Associate Producer, America's Newsroom
About the Role
America's Newsroom is looking for a sharp, motivated, and versatile Associate Producer to join our fast-paced morning news team. The ideal candidate is a strong writer with solid editorial judgment, a passion for breaking news, and a desire to grow into a well-rounded television producer. You thrive under deadline pressure, think beyond your assigned tasks, and are eager to contribute ideas that elevate both our broadcasts and our digital presence. This role offers the opportunity to develop skills across multiple areas of live television production while working alongside experienced producers, writers, bookers, and newsroom leaders.
Responsibilities
- Write conversational scripts, teases, guest tosses, and banners under tight deadlines
- Manage reporter live shots and guest segments
- Coordinate video, graphics, and other production elements to support live broadcasts
- Research developing stories and assist producers with editorial planning and segment development
- Monitor breaking news, live events, and press conferences while communicating important updates
- Help manage the show's social media presence by creating posts, clipping video, writing copy, and identifying opportunities to engage audiences beyond the live broadcast
- Continuously build knowledge of television production, newsroom technology, and editorial decision-making while taking on additional responsibilities
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent experience
- Experience in a television newsroom, digital newsroom, or comparable live news environment
- Exceptional writing skills, impeccable grammar, and strong editorial judgment
- Strong knowledge of politics, current events, and the national news landscape
- Ability to thrive under pressure and adapt quickly in a fast-paced breaking news environment
- Collaborative mindset with outstanding communication and organizational skills
- Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and a desire to develop new editorial and production skills
- Strong understanding of social media platforms and the ability to recognize content with digital and cross-platform potential
- Interest in emerging technologies, AI tools, and innovative newsroom workflows
- Working knowledge of iNews, Dalet, VIZ, desktop editing systems, or similar newsroom tools preferred
Pay
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $60,000.00–75,000.00 annually.
Benefits
This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.