Executive Producer

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Fox News Channel's Fox News @ Night is looking for an Executive Producer. As the Executive Producer, you will be responsible for overseeing content for a one-hour cable television news program. You will work hand in hand with the host, the show team, and management to facilitate a successful production and create an exciting work environment for the entire team.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Serve as the editorial point person throughout the build of the show up and into the Control Room until the conclusion of the program
• Set impeccable editorial standards and build a show with original content, the best sound, and elements for each segment top to bottom
• Copy edit scripts throughout the entire broadcast and continuously adapt to breaking news as warranted
• Work directly with the host on show content
• Help coordinate special projects
• Guide and mentor the team of Producers, Segment Producers, Bookers, and Production Assistants
• Deliver clear direction and feedback every day
• Conduct annual reviews
• Oversee staff calendar/backup roles
• Communicate with management about rundown/guest issues/staff issues

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• 8+ years show producing at a local station or news network
• 2+ years as a senior producer in a professional live news environment
• Ability to execute live segments and breaking news
• Ability to work all hours and days as breaking news requires
• Ability to travel with host to road shows when required
• Possess technical skills, strategic thinking/decision making, and be a team player
• Ability to copy edit scripts for air

NICE TO HAVE, BUT NOT A DEAL BREAKER
• Able to deal with daily script deadline pressure
• Able to react to breaking news with instant programming ideas
• Exceptional editorial skills: able to recognize stories with high potential for provocative, compelling television
• Knowledge of current events, politics, and pop culture

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gkkvz0-3-143-9-115-42 in your application.