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NEWS PRODUCER (PRIMARY) - WGGB

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Springfield, MA
18-19 Hourly
Entry level
In-Office
Springfield, MA
18-19 Hourly
Entry level
Produces daily television newscasts by developing rundowns, researching and writing stories, pitching ideas, coordinating breaking news, collaborating with anchors, reporters, directors, and crews, and executing shows from the control room while meeting timing and quality requirements.
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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 46 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.

We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • Health Savings Account with Company contributions
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Employer-paid life and disability benefits
  • Paid parental leave benefits
  • Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
  • 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
  • Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
  • Focus on Caring

Salary/Wage:

$18.00 - $19.00/hr. (Depending on Experience)

Shift and Schedule:

TBD

Job Type:

Full-Time

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About WGGB:

As the trusted voice of the Pioneer Valley, our powerhouse of three major network affiliates (ABC, FOX, CBS) and robust digital presence reaches over half of Western Massachusetts every single day. We lead the region in live local programming, news coverage, and major live sporting events – making us the go-to partner for businesses looking to grow their brand and connect with their customers.

Job Summary/Description:

Western Mass News is searching for a News Producer who crafts compelling newscasts and executes them from the control room on a daily basis. This person develops the day-to-day on-air look of their newscast and works together as a team with Anchors, Reporters, and other crew members to help attract the largest available audience.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

- Produce daily newscast
- Conceptualize newscast rundown
- Collaborate with Executive Producer, field crews, and assignment desk to determine content of newscast
- Write scripts
- Research stories
- Pitch story ideas
- Participate in editorial meetings
- Preview material before air
- Work with reporters and directors on innovative production elements
- Incorporate and coordinate breaking news
- Work to constantly improve and evolve the look and execution of newscasts
- Execute the show from the control room
- Meet all show timing requirements

Qualifications/Requirements:

- Bachelor's Degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent training and/or experience
- Knowledge of TV news production tools is a plus (i.e., ENPS, Edius)
- Ability to work a flexible schedule and work as a member of a team
- Must be results-oriented
- Ability to work in a creative, fast-paced environment
- Ability to make quick decisions without losing composure

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)

WGGB -TV/Gray Media 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.


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