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Executive Producer

Fox TV Stations

Milwaukee, WI 01-11-2021
 
  • Paid
  • Full Time
  • Senior (5-10 years) Experience
Job Description

Fox Television Stations is one of the nation's largest owned-and-operated network broadcast groups, comprising 29 stations in 18 markets and covering over 37% of U.S. television homes. This includes seven duopolies in the top 10 markets: New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco, Washington, D.C. and Houston; as well as duopolies in Minneapolis, Phoenix, Orlando and Seattle.

JOB DESCRIPTION
We're looking for that special person with vision and a passion for journalism to oversee our daily newscasts. The ideal candidate knows how to showcase the day's top story, develop story ideas, respond to breaking news and weather and oh yeah….be great with people!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The EP works with anchors, reporters and producers to create compelling newscasts worth watching. You must have a track record of excellence in producing and booth skills. This position oversees the creation of show rundowns, participates in story selection and oversees content, graphics use, pacing and the overall ''look and feel'' of the broadcast. The executive producer ensures reporters and photojournalists in the field meet newsroom standards for fairness, accuracy, ethics and presentation. They are responsible for ensuring producers, photographers and production staff consistently follow established expectations and guidelines. The EP is a key player in managing staff accountability. You will be expected to develop and implement strategic goals in concert with other newsroom and station managers.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to be part of something special! We are the news and digital leader in the Milwaukee market and are looking for the best and brightest to help continue that tradition!

Five plus years of newscast producing is required. Prior newsroom management experience

and a college degree in journalism or related field is required. Ability to work flexible shifts, including overnights, weekends and/or holidays.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g399mn-3-144-97-189-42 in your application.