Executive Producer
Job Description
WCHS has an immediate opening for a Managing Editor/Special Projects Executive to oversee news content, on-air on our digital platforms for overall fairness, balance and accuracy. They will be the point person for long-term projects, election coverage, and special reports. As a newsroom leader, the expectation is that this manager will lead by example.
Some additional responsibilities of our Executive Producer will include
- Ensure content is distinct, disciplined, and disruptive on all platforms
- Work with field crews and producers to add context and perspective to our stories, as we dig deeper to find the “so what” in our reporting
- Work directly with the News Director, reporters, and anchors on special reports and special projects. Coordinate schedules, assist with research, keep a calendar of assignments, and regularly check-in with anchors and reporters on their projects
- Edit reporter packages and web copy. Review stories (digital and linear) to give constructive feedback to anchors and reporters
- Coordinate with field crews on publishing content to all platforms, beyond the regular web story. This includes Facebook Lives, raw interviews, and other compelling content
- This manager will be the newsroom point person for election planning and coverage, and SBG Town Hall events, both on-air and on our digital platforms
- Coordinate, book, post, and share all material from Connect to Congress, Beyond the Podium, and other similar segments
- Oversee daily newscasts to ensure we are serving our local communities by sharing relevant information to alert, protect and empower our audiences
- Train and implement all best practices from the SBG "Newsroom of the Future" playbook.
- Cover the Assignment Desk, as needed, and supervise assignment editors
What skills do you need to be successful in our role?
- Proven track record of creating compelling and engaging stories across multiple platforms
- Ability to perform well under pressure, experience managing breaking news and meeting strict deadlines
- Ability to identify problems and provide solutions
- A strong commitment to journalistic standards and ethics
- Extraordinary people skills with an emphasis on coaching and motivating
- Strong understanding of how to drive digital traffic
- Minimum of 5 years producing in a television news environment or equivalent
- A college degree in Journalism or a related field is preferred
- Strong writing skills and a proven track record for getting results on initiatives
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Name | Job Description |
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Business Name | WCHS/WVAH |
Education | Undergraduate |
Job Type | Full Time |
Job Status | Interviewing |
Job Shift | As Scheduled |
Required Travel | Not Required |
Link To Apply | Apply Online |
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