Executive Producer

Job Description

POSITION:

WBBM-TV, the CBS O&O in Chicago is looking for a dynamic, strategy-oriented newsroom leader to supervise all aspects of our multi-platform operation. Must be able to lead a team of individuals to produce original, well-branded, compelling content on digital, social, streaming and broadcast.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITY:
- Must have solid news judgment and story-telling skills
- Accountable for content accuracy and fairness
- Responsible for ensuring content is competitive and compelling
- Special attention to skills related to original/enterprise reporting, writing, graphics, story placement & handling of breaking news
- Directly supervising on-air, producing, writing and other staff
- Knowledge of desktop editing, graphics management and control room automation
- Regularly working with other departments on daypart needs
- Social media skills a must
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Other duties and hours as assigned
- Ensuring compliance with CBS policies and procedures

CORE COMPETENCIES:
- Proven successful track record as EP or newsroom management including leading strategic initiatives a must!

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- 5 years of experience as an Executive Producer preferred
- Bachelor's degree in journalism or similar field preferred
- Familiarity with Chicago area, desirable

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gmo4mm-18-223-0-53-42 in your application.