Senior Producer - KIRO TV Job at Cox Media Group, Seattle, WA

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  • Cox Media Group
  • Seattle, WA

Job Description

Location: WA-Seattle

Job Title: Senior Producer - KIRO TV

 

Position Overview

KIRO 7 News is searching for a bold, forward-thinking Senior Producer who can both serve our audience and help elevate our newsroom.

 

This is not a fixer role — it's a forward-facing position for someone who sees the big picture and actively contributes to raising the standard of our newscasts. The ideal candidate brings bold ideas to life, supports the execution of standout moments, and encourages producers to think beyond the basics.

 

This role plays a key part in supporting our leadership team — partnering closely with the Executive Producer and Managing Editor — while also serving as a strong editorial voice in the newsroom. This person must be confident making real-time decisions and helping steer coverage during breaking news and high-impact events. This is an ideal next step for a seasoned producer who aspires to move into newsroom management.

 

The Senior Producer will help oversee assigned special projects, lead breakout coverage, and play a hands-on role in shaping content that reflects KIRO 7’s brand and research-based strategy. Collaboration, innovation, and mentorship are central to this role — we’re looking for someone who uplifts others while pushing for journalistic excellence.

 

Must have a firm understand or KIRO 7 and CMG’s fundamentals and have a track record of implementing requirements promptly an professionally.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Produce assigned newscasts with urgency, creativity, clarity, and impact
  • Lead execution of special projects, breakout coverage, and key show moments
  • Contribute to and guide editorial discussions, helping shape multiplatform coverage
  • Assist in daily editorial meetings and help implement the newsroom’s strategic vision
  • Collaborate with anchors, reporters, producers, and directors on scripting, timing, and story placement
  • Review and edit scripts, teases, and show opens for tone, accuracy, and engagement
  • Work closely with Creative Services and the CMG Hub to create compelling visual content
  • Mentor producers and foster growth within the producing team
  • Integrate station research and branding into content decisions
  • Lead confidently during breaking news, making quick editorial calls with clarity
  • Be available to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

  • 3–5 years of newscast producing experience in a local TV newsroom
  • Strong control room skills, with experience stacking and executing high-impact shows
  • A track record of supporting and collaborating with newsroom leadership
  • Ability to thrive under pressure and make fast, sound editorial decisions
  • Deep understanding of multiplatform strategy and audience needs
  • Excellent communication skills, critical thinking, and a commitment to quality journalism
  • A professional, team-first attitude and a passion for innovation

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field preferred

 

The wage scale for this position is $36.65 per hour to $39.87 per hour. 

 

Benefits for Full-Time roles include: 

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance available to the employee and employee’s family (i.e. child, spouse, domestic partner). 

  • Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare and dependent care) and Health Savings Accounts 

  • Short-term and long-term disability and life insurance (supplemental and accidental, death, and dismemberment) 

  • Participation in CMG’s 401(k) plan with generous company match and both pre-tax and Roth options

  • Full-time hourly employees are eligible to earn up to 176 hours of PTO inclusive of paid sick and safe time under applicable law. 

  • Part-time employees will receive one hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked. 

  • Up to eight (8) paid holidays & two (2) floating holidays throughout calendar year 2026

  • Up to two (2) weeks of paid parental leave

  • Employee Assistance Program 

  • All other benefits required by applicable law 

 

About Cox Media Group 
CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 14 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations. For more information about CMG, visit 

Req #: 2042 #LI-Onsite

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Part time, Local area, Flexible hours, Day shift, Afternoon shift

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