Weekend Executive Producer

Job Description

WABC-TV in New York City is looking for a Weekend Executive Producer to oversee all of our platforms. This EP is responsible for the overall content of our newscasts, digital properties and social platforms. A successful candidate must have strong leadership skills, news judgment and excellent digital and social media abilities. You must also be familiar with the New York City news market and be able to guide, coach and mentor our staff. We need someone with a creative and competitive spirit.

Responsibilities:
• Complete oversight for the weekend newscasts and all content across our multiple platforms, including story selection, production and newsroom management while implementing innovative strategies to be competitive in the NY market
• Oversee newsroom and editorial decisions while ensuring content is consistent and appropriate
• Design and implement strategies to engage and build audiences across platforms
• Collaborate and mentor producers and newsroom staff
• Conflict resolution and engage appropriate teams to resolve any issues that arise in the newsroom
• Managing staffing needs and schedules

Basic Qualifications:
• Minimum 10 years previously in news production at a top 5 market
• Local television experience with 5 plus years managing a large team
• Demonstrated ability work under deadline pressures and work in a rapid, fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be flexible with working hours and adaptable to change

Preferred Education
• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communication or related field

This position is with American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., which is part of a business segment we call Walt Disney Television.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r00zjr-216-73-216-180-42 in your application.