WCNC Charlotte is looking for a strong linear news producer who understands that great broadcast television is still the backbone of local journalism and who is excited about how digital streaming expands that impact. We are a newsroom built on urgency, journalistic standards, and live coverage that serves our community in real time. Our broadcast newscasts set the tone. Our streaming platforms extend the conversation.
The producer in this role will lead daily linear newscasts while contributing to a newsroom culture that thinks beyond a single show. This is a newsroom that moves fast. When breaking news hits, we stay on. When weather turns dangerous, we go live. We expect producers who can make confident editorial decisions, build strong rundowns under pressure, and execute clean, compelling broadcasts that hold viewers. If you believe great writing matters, pacing matters, facts matter, and youre someone who wants to WIN - Youll fit right in.
Responsibilities:
• Lead the newscast and/or streaming show from ideation through execution - editorially and visually. • Pitch urgent, community-centered stories and build rundowns that reflect WCNC's standards for accuracy, fairness, and impact. • Execute continuous live coverage during breaking news, severe weather, and major community events. • Produce across platforms, writing for broadcast, streaming, digital, and social with platform-specific intent. • Use data and audience insights to refine content and improve engagement. • Collaborate closely with newsroom leadership, anchors, digital teams, and production staff to maintain editorial consistency and technical excellence. • Innovate in storytelling and show design, bringing new energy to both streaming and linear formats. • Uphold inclusive storytelling by elevating diverse voices and perspectives in the Charlotte community.
Requirements:
1-3 years of producing experience (or equivalent newsroom experience with strong show ownership).
Strong editorial judgment and the ability to make confident decisions in high-pressure, live environments.
Proven ability to manage multiple elements of a show under tight deadlines.
Clear communicator who can lead a team through breaking news calmly and decisively.
Comfortable with evolving production systems and new technology; experience with vMix, Edius, ENPS, or similar platforms is a plus.
Have a winning mentality, a growth mindset, and a team-first attitude would be a perfect fit.