NEWSCAST PRODUCER - WCTV at Gray Media in Tallahassee, FL

NEWSCAST PRODUCER - WCTV About Gray Media: Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 47 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios. About WCTV: WCTV is the dominant #1 CBS Affiliate in Tallahassee, with a coverage area of about 19 counties in North Florida and South Georgia. We are a well-established newsroom, where rising talent has an opportunity to work side-by-side with experienced journalists. The expectations are high in our newsroom. The right candidate can expect to cover everything from breaking news to severe weather, major political headlines, and heartfelt features. Job Summary/Description: WCTV, the dominant #1 CBS affiliate in Tallahassee, is looking for our next newscast and streaming producer. Our producers go beyond simply stacking a show. To qualify, you must demonstrate that you possess foundational skills and can creatively craft a rundown. The producer works closely with news managers and anchors to craft our newscasts, which emphasize local content. Duties/Responsibilities will include (but are not limited to: - Participating in daily editorial meetings and evaluating pitches for potential lead stories - Ordering stories in the rundown with emphasis on happening now, local and live elements - Collaborating with reporters and anchors on story concepts - Selecting showcase elements which could include maps, graphics and video - Writing scripts with focus on accuracy and deliverability - Making graphics and lower thirds for stories (and keeping them free of typos) Qualifications/Requirements: - 2 years of producing experience in a commercial newsroom is preferred, but entry-level candidates with internship experience or a degree in journalism will be considered - Knowledge of video editing and scripting software - Working knowledge of web and social platforms - Ability to travel regionally and nationally If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references (Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal) WCTV-TV/Gray Media Group is a drug-free company Additional Info: Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.