NEWS 19 (WHNT) is looking for a creative, motivated, and detail‑driven Newscast Producer to join our award‑winning newsroom.
We’re searching for someone who lives for breaking news, thrives under deadline pressure, and knows how to build a compelling, urgent, viewer‑focused newscast.

What You’ll Do

• Craft, stack, and execute dynamic daily newscasts
• Write clear, engaging, conversational copy for broadcast and digital
• Coordinate with anchors, reporters, photographers, and the assignment desk
• Implement strong news judgment to determine story placement and flow
• Monitor scanners, wires, social media, and OTT platforms for breaking news
• Pitch enterprise and follow‑up story ideas
• Ensure accuracy, fairness, and newsroom editorial standards
• Communicate clearly with production, graphics, and control room staff
• React quickly during live newscasts and adjust on the fly

What We’re Looking For

• Prior producing experience preferred, but strong writers/reporters ready to step into producing will be considered
• Excellent newsroom communication and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure
• Strong understanding of journalistic ethics
• Solid grasp of AP Style, TV news writing, and rundown management
• Passion for local news and serving the community
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays as news requires

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Collaborative newsroom with supportive leadership
• Opportunities for growth within a large broadcast group
• Ability to shape impactful local coverage in one of the fastest‑growing regions in the Southeast
• Huntsville known as The Rocket City” is sure to have a little something for everyone, whether your interests are space, entertainment, education, sports or outdoors. North Alabama is a region that is growing quickly with lots to offer

Competitive benefits package