Producer
CBS Television Stations
Pittsburgh, PA
WTAE-TV, the Hearst-owned ABC affiliate in Pittsburgh, PA has a rare opening for an Evening Executive Producer. The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching strong storytelling and be a show doctor in one of the most competitive news markets in the country. The position requires strong editorial judgement, a strategic mindset and an aggressive approach to covering breaking news on digital and broadcast platforms. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record of leadership and a propensity for taking on and executing big projects.
Responsibilities:
• Manage all evening newscasts
• Participate in editorial meetings and lead editorial process for evening shows
• Work with managing editor and assignment desk to ensure coverage is competitive across all platforms
• Copy edit scripts for evening shows
• Coach and provide regular feedback for producers
• Work with reporters and anchors to help tell compelling and impactful stories
• Work on other projects assigned by the News Director or Assistant News Director
Experience Requirements:
• Minimum five years of experience as a producer in a medium to large television market or three years of experience as a news manager in a medium or large market
Qualifications Requirements:
• Work varied shifts – early mornings, evenings, holidays and weekends included
• Must work flexible hours as needed
• Deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
• Must be well-versed in local and national news stories
Education:
• College degree in broadcast journalism, broadcast new or related field preferred
• Military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) with associated producing experience will be considered
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g45xvy-35-175-201-245-42 in your application.
Hearst Television, a subsidiary of Hearst, owns and operates local television and radio stations serving 26 media markets across 39 states reaching over 21 million U.S. television households.