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Executive News Producer

WAFF

Huntsville, AL 01-25-2023
 
  • Paid
  • Full Time
  • Mid (2-5 years) Experience
Job Description
Executive News Producer - WAFF

EXECUTIVE NEWS PRODUCER (MORNING) - WAFF

About WAFF:

WAFF is the dominant television and digital media station in Tennessee Valley. For over 68 years WAFF has served its 10 county DMA and is North Alabama's most trusted source for news and weather. We cover breaking news and weather all with a heart for the community.

Job Summary/Description:

WAFF is seeking a morning news Executive Producer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be an effective leader able to inspire and coach a team of journalists. The EP will be an aggressive breaking news leader with creative problem solving abilities. They will be a member of the news management team and will work to develop and execute key newsroom initiatives.

Work with producers, directors, reporters and anchors for the best showcasing, live shots and quality content in the market. Teach staff to write with clear, conversational and concise writing. Work with reporters to plan story ideas ahead, to help build local content. Assist management team with planning of future projects, elections, and other special events. Must be assertive with breaking news and weather coverage.

Qualifications/Requirements:
- 3 years of experience as a producer in a top 50 market; or previous Executive Producer experience preferred.
- BS/BA in Journalism/Communications or equivalent background.
- Flexibility with respect to scheduling and/or assigned work shifts.

If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees that are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro employee portal)

WAFF-TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company

Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior by the first workday.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d5o8qe-3-137-161-222-42 in your application.

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Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional service in each market we serve. Gray owns and/or operates television stations and leading digital properties in 93 television markets including the first or second highest rated television station in 85 markets. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and better.