Local News Producer
Westbrook, ME · On-site
Local News Producer WMTW-TV, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, ME, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision and have ...
Local News Producer
Westbrook, ME · On-site
Local News Producer WMTW-TV, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, ME, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision and have ...
Local News Producer
Westbrook, ME · On-site
Local News Producer WMTW-TV, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, ME, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision and have ...
Local News Producer
Westbrook, ME · On-site
Local News Producer WMTW-TV, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, ME, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision and have ...
Local News Producer WMTW-TV, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, ME, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision and have ...
Local News Producer WMTW-TV, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, ME, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision and have ...
Local News Producer
Westbrook, ME · On-site
Local News Producer WMTW-TV, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, ME, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision and have ...
Local News Producer
Westbrook, ME · On-site
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South Burlington, VT · On-site
$42K/yr
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Local News Producer
South Burlington, VT · On-site
$42K/yr
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Local News Producer
South Burlington, VT · On-site
$42K/yr
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Local News Producer
South Burlington, VT · On-site
$42K/yr
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Local News Producer
Westbrook, ME · On-site
Local News Producer WMTW-TV, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, ME, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision and have ...
Local News Producer
Westbrook, ME · On-site
Local News Producer WMTW-TV, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, ME, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision and have ...
Local News Producer
Westbrook, ME · On-site
Local News Producer WMTW-TV, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, ME, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision and have ...
Local News Producer
Westbrook, ME · On-site
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Omaha, NE · On-site
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Omaha, NE · On-site
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Local News Producer NBC5/WPTZ, the NBC affiliate in South Burlington, VT, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision ...
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Local News Producer
South Burlington, VT · On-site
$42K/yr
Local News Producer NBC5/WPTZ, the NBC affiliate in South Burlington, VT, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision ...
Local News Producer
South Burlington, VT · On-site
$42K/yr
Local News Producer NBC5/WPTZ, the NBC affiliate in South Burlington, VT, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision ...
Local News Producer
Westbrook, ME · On-site
Local News Producer WMTW-TV, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, ME, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision and have ...
Local News Producer
Westbrook, ME · On-site
Local News Producer WMTW-TV, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, ME, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision and have ...
Local News Producer
Westbrook, ME · On-site
Local News Producer WMTW-TV, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, ME, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision and have ...
Local News Producer
Westbrook, ME · On-site
Local News Producer WMTW-TV, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, ME, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision and have ...
Local News Producer WMTW-TV, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, ME, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision and have ...
Local News Producer WMTW-TV, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, ME, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision and have ...
Local News Producer
South Burlington, VT · On-site
$42K/yr
Local News Producer NBC5/WPTZ, the NBC affiliate in South Burlington, VT, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision ...
Local News Producer
South Burlington, VT · On-site
$42K/yr
Local News Producer NBC5/WPTZ, the NBC affiliate in South Burlington, VT, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision ...
Local News Producer
Westbrook, ME · On-site
Local News Producer WMTW-TV, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, ME, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision and have ...
Local News Producer
Westbrook, ME · On-site
Local News Producer WMTW-TV, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, ME, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision and have ...
Local News Producer
Westbrook, ME · On-site
Local News Producer WMTW-TV, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, ME, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision and have ...
Local News Producer
Westbrook, ME · On-site
Local News Producer WMTW-TV, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, ME, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision and have ...
Local News Producer WMTW-TV, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, ME, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision and have ...
Local News Producer WMTW-TV, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, ME, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision and have ...
WPBF, the ABC affiliate in Palm Beach Gardens, FL has an opening for a strong, take-charge Local News Producer who knows how to create memorable newscasts. The right candidate will have a track ...
WPBF, the ABC affiliate in Palm Beach Gardens, FL has an opening for a strong, take-charge Local News Producer who knows how to create memorable newscasts. The right candidate will have a track ...
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How much do local news jobs pay per year?
As of Jul 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for local news in the United States is $48,077.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,000.00 and $55,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is the difference between Local News vs Local Reporters?
| Aspect | Local News | Local Reporters |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Typically no formal credentials required | Journalism degree or related certification often preferred |
| Work Environment | Newsrooms, on-site reporting, media outlets | Field reporting, interviews, live coverage |
| Industry Usage | Refers to the content or broadcasts produced | Individuals who create and deliver news stories |
| Search/Comparison Intent | Understanding news content vs reporting roles | Job roles, responsibilities, or career info |
Local News refers to the news content produced and broadcasted within a community, while Local Reporters are the individuals who gather, write, and deliver that news. The news itself is the product, whereas reporters are the professionals creating it. Understanding this distinction helps clarify job roles and industry functions.
What cities are hiring for Local News jobs? Cities with the most Local News job openings:
What are the most commonly searched types of News jobs? The most popular types of News jobs are:
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Hearst rating
6.8
Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
48th of 67 rated media
Job description
Local News Producer
WMTW-TV, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, ME, 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
- Work with and guide reporters in story production
- Coordinate creative vision with team of anchors, reporters, meteorologists, photographers, editors, and production staff
Boothing assigned newscast
s, breaking news and weather events
- Live timing newscasts
Requirements
- Professional or college producing experience
- Experience working in a newsroom
- Have writing and copy-editing skills
- 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
- Have and exhibit the highest journalistic integrity and ethical standards
- Must be available to work holidays, shifts including nights, weekends and overnights, and flexible with schedule to be available during breaking news
- Related military experience will be considered
- In-person attendance is required
Values in Action
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.
Benefits
Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following 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
Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
About Hearst
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Industry
Motion picture and video production
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
New York, NY, US
Year founded
1887