News Producer; Evening - Kwtx

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 U.S. 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 measured by Nielsen 2025.

We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 47 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full‑service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with advanced digital products and services. Additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and Power Nation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About KWTX: KWTX‑TV News 10 is the dominant television station on all platforms for the Waco‑Temple‑Killeen market in the heart of Central Texas. Besides our CBS, CW, and Telemundo affiliations, we provide extensive live streaming through our KWTXtra digital platform. Community service is ingrained in the culture of KWTX; we are proud to host the largest annual one‑day food drive in Texas.

We’re looking for an Evening News Producer to lead our 5 p.m. and 10 p.m. newscasts at KWTX, the #1 news station in Central Texas. This is not a starter position; we need a creative powerhouse who functions as the evening manager, crafting experiences, adapting instantly to breaking news, and owning the story across every screen.

• Own the evening: Lead the editorial direction and execution of our 5 p.m. and 10 p.m. newscasts, serving as the primary manager for the evening newsroom.
• Drive multi‑platform storytelling: Mimic and adapt content presentation seamlessly across TV, streaming, and social media—ensuring our audience gets the best experience wherever they are.
• Master breaking news: Pivot quickly and calmly when news breaks, leading the team with urgency and smart decision‑making.
• Fuel the newscast: Bring out‑of‑the‑box ideas every day, constantly hunting for the “one more story” that makes our coverage stand out.
• Innovate the experience: Experiment with new presentation styles and digital integrations to create the newscast of tomorrow.
• Collaborate and lead: Work closely with anchors, reporters, and the digital team to ensure a cohesive, high‑energy product that maintains our #1 status.

• Proven experience: A veteran role; you’ve mastered the basics and are ready to lead a top‑tier evening team.
• “Producer of Tomorrow” mindset: Bored with the status quo and constantly looking for creative ways to engage a modern audience.
• Relentless news sense: A passion for news and a “hunter” mentality when it comes to finding and developing stories.
• Digital fluency: You know how to make content pop on every platform beyond the TV screen.
• Urgency and adaptability: You thrive under the pressure of a ticking clock and can change direction in a heartbeat when the news demands it.
• Creative spark: You bring great ideas to every editorial meeting and are not afraid to try something never done before.

Note:

If you’re a weather or sports person looking to switch, this specific seat isn’t for you—we need a news‑first strategist.

KWTX‑TV/Gray Media is a drug‑free company.

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