News Producer

Nexstar Media Inc.

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IN-Indianapolis 6910 Network Place (Tribune-WXIN/WTTV) Until 8/24/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted June 25, 2026 Last posted June 25, 2026
Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doing!

The Producer performs newscast producer duties as well as special projects as assigned as it pertains to news content across all media platforms and line produces as needed on live newscast.

WXIN(Fox59)/WTTV(CBS4) in the Indianapolis, Indiana market is looking for a newscast producer with the skills and instinct to craft energetic and dynamic newscasts.  The ideal candidate has proven strong performance in breaking news and severe weather situations.  He or she will be a solid writer who takes all sound, video, and graphic elements and crafts them into compelling newscasts from start to finish. The candidate will recognize the importance of contributing and incorporating digital content and social media to engage viewers.

Requirements & Skills

  • Write solid, active & compelling news copy
  • Build strong newscasts using informed news judgment combined with showcasing techniques
  • Strategize newscast building based on knowledge of our audience, ratings and history of the area
  • Ability to quickly adjust newscasts to accommodate breaking news
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Coordinate with the digital team to contribute content to other platforms
  • Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
  • Flexible to work any shift
  • Other duties as assigned
About this role

Summary

Produce and craft dynamic newscasts, handle breaking news, and contribute digital content.

Job title

News Producer

Experience level

entry level

Industry

media

Location requirements

Indianapolis, Indiana; hybrid work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

writingcommunicationdeadline managementsocial media

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

newscastbreaking newsdigital contentsocial media
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Indianapolis, IN, USA

Hybrid City