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WOWK-TV

News Producer/Videographer

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

Writes, editsand orders news stories * Approves scripts * Balances news and feature content to create compelling broadcasts * Shoots & edits video * Conducts interviews with officials on breaking ...

WFYI Indianapolis

Reporter, Health

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$23.50 - $31.75/hr

Identify and pitch stories while working with the editorial leadership team to develop and report original stories that feature individuals with lived experience. * Use clear and concise writing to ...

WFYI Indianapolis

Reporter, Health

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$23.50 - $31.75/hr

Identify and pitch stories while working with the editorial leadership team to develop and report original stories that feature individuals with lived experience. * Use clear and concise writing to ...

WFYI

Reporter, Health

Indianapolis, IN

$23.50 - $31.75/hr

Identify and pitch stories while working with the editorial leadership team to develop and report original stories that feature individuals with lived experience. * Use clear and concise writing to ...

Indy Reads

Communications Specialist

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$45K - $50K/yr

The Specialist plays a key role in centering and uplifting stories from our students, volunteers ... Write and publish recap content across social media, newsletter, and website channels following ...

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What does a feature story writer do?

A Feature Story Writer researches, writes, and edits in-depth articles that go beyond breaking news to explore topics in detail. They focus on storytelling, often highlighting human interest angles, background information, and comprehensive analysis. Feature stories can appear in newspapers, magazines, or online publications and require strong interviewing, writing, and investigative skills. These writers often spend significant time gathering information and crafting engaging narratives. Their work helps readers understand complex issues or discover unique stories that might otherwise go untold.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a feature story writer?

To thrive as a Feature Story Writer, you need strong writing, research, and storytelling abilities, often supported by a degree in journalism, communications, or English. Familiarity with digital content management systems (CMS), SEO basics, and multimedia tools like photo or audio editing software is highly beneficial. Creativity, curiosity, and the ability to connect with diverse audiences are essential soft skills that set standout writers apart. These skills are crucial for producing engaging, well-researched stories that inform, inspire, and resonate with readers in a competitive media landscape.

How do feature story writers typically collaborate with editors and other team members during the writing process?

Feature Story Writers often work closely with editors, photographers, and sometimes graphic designers to develop compelling narratives. While writers are responsible for researching and crafting the story, editors provide guidance on angles, structure, and tone, ensuring alignment with publication standards. Regular check-ins and feedback sessions are common, especially during the drafting and revision phases. This collaborative process helps ensure the final feature is accurate, engaging, and meets editorial goals.

What is the difference between Feature Story Writer vs Content Writer?

AspectFeature Story WriterContent Writer
Primary FocusIn-depth, narrative-driven stories on specific topics or featuresCreating various types of digital content, including blogs, articles, and web pages
Skills & CredentialsStrong storytelling, research, and writing skills; journalism or creative writing backgroundVersatile writing skills; SEO knowledge; often a background in marketing or communications
Work EnvironmentMagazines, newspapers, online media outletsCorporate websites, marketing agencies, online platforms

While both roles involve writing, a Feature Story Writer specializes in crafting detailed, engaging stories often for media outlets, whereas a Content Writer produces a variety of content types primarily for digital marketing and online presence. The roles overlap in writing skills but differ in focus, style, and purpose.

What cities in Indiana are hiring for Feature Story Writer jobs?

Cities in Indiana with the most Feature Story Writer job openings:

Infographic showing various Feature Story Writer job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 81% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution.

News Producer/Videographer

Fort Wayne, IN • On-site

Nexstar Media Group
Broadcasting • 1 - 5K employees
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Job description

WANE-TV, the CBS Affiliate in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking an experienced News Producer/Videographer to join our news team. The ideal candidate has excellent writing skills and news judgment. We need someone energetic and creative - if you like to think big picture, look past the obvious and break stories, this could be a great move for you. Qualified applicant should be able to handle breaking news situations and must have the ability to work well under pressure. Qualified applicant must also be able to shoot video and conduct interviews at breaking news scenes, as well as set up and shoot live shots.
The News Producer/Videographer produces daily newscast items, decides the order in which stories will be told, writes teases and other content, times news programs, shoots & edits video, conducts interviews, shoots live shots, and posts video to the website. Weekend coverage and weekday flexibility including overnights are a must.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Produces newscasts for broadcast across all platforms
  • Writes, edits and orders news stories
  • Approves scripts
  • Balances news and feature content to create compelling broadcasts
  • Shoots & edits video
  • Conducts interviews with officials on breaking news scenes
  • Sets up and shoots live shots
  • Writes stories for the website and other digital platforms
  • Communicates with managers and teams in the field daily
  • Pitch story ideas

Requirements & Skills:
Bachelor's degree in journalism, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education, work related experience, or recent college graduate with quality news internships.
  • Excellent verbal, written, grammar and analytical skills
  • Must be able to interact well with video journalists, anchors, videographers, news managers, production, and engineering staff
  • Minimum one year experience in news operations (More or less depending on market size)
  • Must be detail oriented
  • Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Has a sense of urgency
  • Strong news judgment, journalistic integrity and understanding of viewer needs and expectations
  • Flexibility to work any shift

Physical Demands & Work Environment:
The News Producer/Videographer must be able to stand, sit, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, and work near others. The News Producer/Videographer must be able to lift, set up and operate equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, and be able to handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls. Repetitive movements are required. Work may be conducted in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions.
NOTE: This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
ALL applicants must apply on-line at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar. Please upload resume and references.
Requires background screening to hire.
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Please be aware candidates may be at risk of being targeted by scammers seeking personal data or money. Recruiters with Nexstar Media Group and its local stations will only contact you through official job boards, LinkedIn, or email with Nexstar.tv domain or official station email addresses (example:@wreg.com). Be cautious of any outreach claiming to be from Nexstar or its recruiters via any other messaging platforms or personal email addresses. We will not contact you using a @gmail email address. If you are unsure about the authenticity of a job inquiry or offer, email us at corporaterecruiters@nexstar.tv.
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Headquartered in Irving, Texas, Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is the largest local broadcast television group in the United States and one of the world’s leading diversified media companies. In June 2023, Nexstar marked 27 years of excellence in local programming and service since Perry A. Sook founded the company. Nexstar owns, operates, programs or provides sales and other services to 200 broadcast stations (including partner stations) and their related low power and digital multicast signals reaching 116 markets or more than 68% of all U.S. television households. Coupled with a growing portfolio of digital media marketing, advertising and content management platforms, Nexstar delivers powerful and innovative digital solutions and services to local and national media companies, advertisers, agencies and brands.

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1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Irving, TX, US

Year founded

1996

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