Lifestyle Show Producer

  • Posted On March 19, 2026
  • Closing Date: May 18, 2026
Company/Station Name: WGN-TV
https://wgntv.com
Job Location: Chicago, IL

Details:

WGN-TV is currently seeking a Producer to join our lifestyle show “Daytime Chicago”.

Responsibilities:

  • Preparing stories/ideas/rundowns for daily show
  • Producing segments and one-hour lifestyle shows
  • Booking and coordinating guests for segments
  • Be on headset and oversee studio during one-hour live shows
  • Collaborate with WGN-TV’s large sales staff and diverse list of clients
  • Schedule (taping times and corresponding air dates for) sponsored content
  • Work with Executive Producer/Producer/Director to plan programs
  • Write copy for web and air
  • Contribute to WGN+ programming in a variety of areas

Qualifications:

  • Three-Five (3-5) years of experience working on a lifestyle show or newscast required (experience in Live TV preferred)
  • Bachelor’s/Associate’s degree in communications/related field or equivalent experience
  • Line producing and desktop editing skills
  • Excellent organizational skills required to complete tasks on deadline while planning programs far in advance
  • Experience working with clients and sales staff
  • Must have strong communication, planning, and collaborative skills.
  • Strong interpersonal, face-to-face communication skills
  • Ability to function under deadline pressure.
  • Familiar with ENPS and Adobe Premiere Pro

This is not an entry-level position. Only applicants who meet the required experience and qualifications will be considered.

Salary Range: 

$65K – $75K Annualized – commensurate with applicant’s experience and skill level

Benefits: 

Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more.

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