Executive Producer

WPBF 25; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical | Dental | Vision

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Job summary

A leading ABC affiliate is seeking an experienced Evening Executive Producer to oversee market-leading evening newscasts. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of EP experience, a strong leadership background, and a commitment to a digital-first mindset. The role involves managing a team, crafting compelling content, and responding to breaking news across multiple platforms. This position offers comprehensive benefits in a dynamic news environment in the Town of Florida, NY.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of producing/EP experience.
• A strategic approach to building content, embracing technology, and growing people.
• Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team in choosing dynamic daily content for evening viewers.
• Respond aggressively to breaking news and publish digital content.
• Manage, coach, and motivate producers, reporters, and video journalists.

Skills

Leadership

News Judgment

Content Strategy

Digital-first Mindset

Creative Presentation

Job description

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WPBF, Hearst Television’s ABC affiliate in Palm Beach Gardens is looking for an Evening Executive Producer to oversee our market-leading evening newscasts. This competitive market demands someone who has big‑picture vision and a strong sense of urgency. We are looking for a leader who can develop multi‑platform content that excels on air and on all digital platforms, including social media. The Executive Producer will collaborate with producers, on‑air talent, directors, and technical staff to implement winning strategies every morning. You must have excellent news judgment and own the room when breaking news happens. If you are a proven leader and energetic coach who inspires your team, please apply.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team in choosing dynamic daily content that focuses specifically on the demands of the evening viewers
• Respond aggressively to breaking news, making sure we are ahead of the competition on all platforms
• Be the loudest voice in the room when it comes to publishing digital content (website, app, social media, streaming)
• Support producers and reporters in crafting active, compelling copy and in using graphics and pre‑production to create dynamic presentations
• Collaborate with News Director and News Management Team to ensure strategies are consistent across day parts
• Manage, coach, and motivate producers, reporters, and video journalists
• Perform administrative responsibilities including scheduling, performance reviews, training, and providing important feedback

Requirements

• At least 6 years of producing/EP experience
• A strategic approach to building content, embracing technology, and growing people
• Commitment to a digital‑first mindset
• Creative presentation style and ability to showcase all resources and elements
• Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards

Diversity Statement

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.

Benefits

• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ+ Health Services
• Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

About Us

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.