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KDKA TV is seeking a strong, adaptable News Producer to lead daily newscasts in one of the country's most established and respected local newsrooms. This role is responsible for editorial leadership, content execution, and real time decision making across broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms.

The ideal candidate understands the responsibility that comes with producing for a CBS O&O station, has solid news judgment, and is ready to grow with the evolving demands of modern local news.

Core Responsibilities
Newscast Leadership & Editorial Judgment
   Produce daily KDKA newscasts by determining story selection, order, pacing, and tone
   Make clear, confident editorial decisions that reflect KDKA's standards of accuracy, balance, and transparency
   Respond quickly and responsibly to breaking news, severe weather, and major local events
   Ensure all content meets legal, ethical, and CBS News & Stations editorial standards

Writing & Storytelling
   Write and edit clear, compelling copy for anchors, teases, and live situations
   Edit scripts for accuracy, flow, and conversational delivery
   Work closely with reporters and photographers to sharpen story focus and visuals
   Maintain consistency in writing style across newscasts and platforms

Live Show Execution
   Build and execute rundowns using newsroom systems
   Communicate decisively with directors, anchors, and control room staff during live broadcasts
   Manage live shots, timing changes, and last minute adjustments with composure
   Lead the show through fast moving and high pressure situations

Editing, Streaming & Digital Integration
   Possess a working understanding of video editing workflows; editing experience preferred
   Collaborate effectively with editors and understand fundamentals of video storytelling
   Willingness to learn and support KDKA's streaming and digital newscasts
   Adapt news content for streaming, mobile, and digital platforms when needed
   Contribute to a multi platform news strategy that serves viewers on TV, OTT, and online

Collaboration & Newsroom Culture
   Work closely with the assignment desk, managing editors, reporters, and photojournalists
   Participate in daily editorial meetings and enterprise planning
   Contribute story ideas that reflect Pittsburgh and the communities KDKA serves
   Support extended coverage during breaking news and special events

Required Qualifications
   Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or equivalent professional experience
   Minimum 2-5 years of newsroom production experience (level dependent)
   Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills
   Proven ability to work under aggressive deadlines
   Excellent communication and leadership abilities
   Willingness to work flexible shifts, including early mornings, nights, weekends, holidays, and breaking news

Preferred Experience
   Producing experience in a large market or CBS O&O newsroom
   Video editing experience or familiarity with non linear editing systems
   Experience contributing to streaming or digital newscasts
   Strong understanding of local journalism and public service reporting

CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation's #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network,  CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations' top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News' streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in today's digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.  

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• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount's most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
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