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Executive Producer

WFSB

Rocky Hill, CT 08-27-2022
 
  • Paid
  • Full Time
  • Mid (2-5 years) Experience
Job Description

Executive Producer - WFSB

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER (MORNING) - WFSB

About WFSB:

WFSB Channel 3 Eyewitness News is everywhere. We're Connecticut's #1 source for the latest weather including Connecticut's only LIVE doppler radar, breaking news, traffic and all the info you need to make it through your day.

Job Summary/Description:

We seek an executive news producer to oversee our morning news coverage, newscasts and digital content. Editorial leader of the newsroom for the overnight/morning shift. Teach and train line producers. Insure brand adherence and execute morning news strategic plan.

Make strategic coverage decisions. Work with producers to craft rundowns and newscasts. Maintain and improve morning news ratings. Fill-in producing as needed.
*** Please note, the primary job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed above ***

Qualifications/Requirements:

Education - Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications or a related field, or equivalent professional experience

Experience - 3-5 year experience as a producer or executive producer.

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities -
- Experience using Avid, internet production tools, and iNews a plus.
- Ability to work a flexible work schedule and work as a member of a team.
- Must possess advanced understanding of newscast presentation.
- Must possess excellent writing and graphics skills with ability to provide an interesting and substantive product.
- Must be results oriented.
- Ability to focus on coordination of daily and long-range segments from first contact to on-air product. Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work in a creative, fast paced environment.
- Ability to make quick decisions without losing composure.
- Must be able to manage multiple projects and assignments simultaneously.
- Previous experience with script writing and editorial experience preferred.
- % Travel Required (Approximate): 10 %

Qualified, interested applicants may go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your resume, cover letter and references

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r72436-3-149-250-1-42 in your application.

Company Profile
WFSB

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.