Executive Producer

fox com; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

FOX Chicago is seeking a dynamic and strategic Executive Producer to lead our newsroom’s digital-first daily editorial vision, content execution, and team performance across multiple platforms. This role oversees newscasts and programs with a focus on compelling storytelling, audience engagement, and high-quality journalism that reflects the Chicago market.

The ideal candidate is a decisive leader with 7–10+ years of newsroom experience, proven ability to manage multi‑platform distribution,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7–10+ years of newsroom experience with leadership background.
• Strong editorial judgment and decision-making under deadline pressure.
• Proven ability to implement a multi-platform news distribution strategy.
• Experience with newsroom systems (ENPS, iNews, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily editorial planning for newscasts and digital platforms.
• Supervise producers, reporters, anchors, and assignment desk staff.
• Oversee rundowns, story selection, and content prioritization.
• Ensure accuracy, fairness, and journalistic integrity in all content.
• Drive breaking news coverage and continuous updates across platforms.
• Collaborate with digital, social, and streaming teams to expand audience reach.
• Mentor and develop newsroom talent, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Monitor ratings, analytics, and audience trends to inform content strategy.
• Coordinate with promotions, sales, and creative services for special projects.
• Ensure compliance with FCC regulations, company policies, and ethical standards.

Skills

Leadership

Editorial Judgment

Strategic Thinking

Crisis & Breaking News Management

Audience Engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field

Tools

ENPS

iNews

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV StationsFOX Television Stations (FTS) owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations, including stations in 14 of the top 15 markets and duopolies in 11. Eighteen are FOX Network affiliates, and together the stations produce approximately 1,300 hours of local news every week. FOX LOCAL, the company's free ad-supported digital and streaming product, extends that news, weather and local content across connected TV & mobile devices. LiveNOW from FOX expands the FTS portfolio even further as the only national streaming services to be truly live 24/7, covering breaking news and events as they happen.

JOB DESCRIPTION

FOX Chicago is seeking a dynamic and strategic Executive Producer to lead our newsroom’s digital-first daily editorial vision, content execution, and team performance. This role is responsible for overseeing newscasts and programs across multiple platforms, ensuring high-quality journalism, strong storytelling, and audience-driven content that reflects the Chicago market. The ideal candidate is a decisive leader with a passion for digital-first thinking, breaking news, and innovative storytelling.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily editorial planning for newscasts and digital platforms
• Supervise producers, reporters, anchors, and assignment desk staff
• Oversee rundowns, story selection, and content prioritization
• Ensure accuracy, fairness, and journalistic integrity in all content
• Drive breaking news coverage and continuous updates across platforms
• Collaborate with digital, social, and streaming teams to expand audience reach
• Mentor and develop newsroom talent, fostering a high-performance culture
• Monitor ratings, analytics, and audience trends to inform content strategy
• Coordinate with promotions, sales, and creative services for special projects
• Ensure compliance with FCC regulations, company policies, and ethical standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 7–10+ years of newsroom experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
• Strong editorial judgment and decision-making skills under deadline pressure
• Proven ability to implement a multi-platform news distribution strategy
• Proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, breaking news environment
• Experience with newsroom systems (ENPS, iNews, etc.)
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a major market newsroom (Top 10 preferred)
• Strong knowledge of the Chicago news landscape
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus
• Experience managing multi-platform content and emerging media formats

Key Competencies

• Leadership & Team Development
• Editorial Judgment
• Strategic Thinking
• Crisis & Breaking News Management
• Innovation & Audience Engagement

Work Environment

• Fast-paced newsroom environment
• Must be flexible with schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• On-site role in Chicago

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $100,000.00-125,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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