Executive Producer

Simclair Inc; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

6 News is expanding its local news products and seeking an Executive Producer to oversee news content for fairness, balance and accuracy. You will produce daily newscasts and oversee special programming while contributing digital platform strategies.

You will work closely with producers and reporters on daily selection and coverage, leading by example. The Executive Producer will supervise and coach staff, manage breaking news situations, and partner with News Directors and station managers to

Qualifications

• College degree in Journalism or related field preferred.
• Proven track record creating compelling stories across platforms.
• Experience producing in TV news environment a must.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily newscasts to serve local communities with relevant information.
• Supervise producers and reporters; review scripts and provide feedback.
• Manage the newsroom and handle breaking news to grow audiences.
• Collaborate with News Directors to create special segments.
• Plan and oversee continuity into upcoming newscasts.

Skills

Storytelling across platforms

Under pressure / breaking news

Problem solving

Journalistic ethics

Coaching and leadership

Driving digital traffic

2+ years TV news producing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field

Job description

WJAC is expanding its local news products and looking for a strong journalist to help lead the way.

6 News has an immediate opening for Executive Producer to oversee news content for overall fairness, balance and accuracy. The ideal candidate will produce daily newscasts and oversee production of newscasts and special programming as well as contribute digital platform strategies. You will work closely with producers and reporters on daily selection and coverage. As a newsroom leader, the expectation is that the Executive Producer will lead by example.

Some additional responsibilities of our Executive Producer will include:

• Oversee daily newscasts to ensure we are serving our local communities by sharing relevant information to alert, protect and empower our audiences
• Supervise producers and reporters, as well as, review scripts and provide feedback to encourage powerful storytelling
• Manage the newsroom and handle breaking news situations to empower and grow our audiences
• Collaborate with News Directors and other station managers to create special segments
• Planning and overseeing continuity into upcoming newscasts

What skills do you need to be successful in our role?

• Proven track record of creating compelling and engaging stories across multiple platforms
• Ability to preform well under pressure, experience managing breaking news and meeting strict deadlines
• Ability to identity problems and provide solutions
• A strong commitment to journalistic standards and ethics
• Extraordinary people skills with an emphasis on coaching and motivating
• Strong understanding of how to drive digital traffic
• Minimum of 2 years producing in a television news environment or equivalent
• A college degree in Journalism or a related field is preferred
• Strong writing skills and a proven track record for getting results on initiatives

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.