Producer

About the role

Local News Producer KCCI, the CBS affiliate in Des Moines has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision and have experience making decisions and communicating the plan. You know how to win the big story, own breaking news and display important weather information. You must be fast and able to play well in a room of same-minded pros. Accuracy is job one! You will report to the News Director.

Responsibilities

• Select, research, and write content for live newscasts to make the newscast an "experience" for viewers
• Coordinate with digital and assignment desk teams to ensure consistent coverage across broadcast and online platforms
• Work with and guide reporters in story production
• Coordinate creative vision with team of anchors, reporters, meteorologists, photographers, editors, and production staff
• Booth assigned newscasts, breaking news and weather events
• Live timing newscasts

Requirements

• Professional or college producing experience
• Experience working in a newsroom
• Writing and copy-editing skills
• Ability to coordinate several crews and responsibilities simultaneously
• Experience summarizing information into easy-to-understand components
• Creative presentation style, and ability to showcase all resources and elements
• Highest journalistic integrity and ethical standards
• Related military experience will be considered
• In-person attendance is required

Benefits

• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ+ Health Services
• Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

Schedule

Must be available to work holidays, shifts including nights, weekends and overnights, and flexible with schedule to be available during breaking news.