Executive Producer News

WINK News; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, and HSA

Company-paid life insurance

EAP

PTO and company holidays

401(k)

Job summary

WINK News in Fort Myers, FL seeks experienced Executive Producers to lead editorial direction for our newscasts and oversee production teams.

You will shape story ideas, approve scripts and graphics, and mentor a diverse group of producers, editors, and reporters while upholding high standards of accuracy, fairness, and ethics in a fast-paced newsroom.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in journalism or broadcasting preferred but not required
• 3+ years in television news, with a focus on editorial leadership and management
• Strong knowledge of news production processes, including story development, scriptwriting, and on‑air presentation
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a diverse team, fostering collaboration, innovation, and high-performance
• Exceptional editorial judgment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills in a fast‑paced news environment
• Proficient in current news industry trends, digital platforms, and multimedia storytelling techniques
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Solid organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to handle multiple projects and meet strict deadlines
• Deep understanding of journalistic ethics and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of accuracy, fairness, and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Editorial Leadership: Develop and implement the overall editorial vision and strategy for our news programs
• News Production Management: Oversee the entire news production process, including planning, story development, scripting, and on‑air presentation
• Team Leadership and Development: Lead and inspire a team of news professionals, including producers, editors, writers, and production staff
• Quality Control and Standards: Uphold high journalistic standards and ethics in news reporting, ensuring accuracy, fairness, and objectivity

Job description

Position Overview

WINK News, Southwest Florida’s News leader, is seeking multiple experienced Executive Producers to fill key leadership roles in our Fort Myers newsroom. You will be responsible for overseeing the creation of high-quality news content, driving the editorial direction of our newscast while also overseeing producers.

Responsibilities

• Editorial Leadership
  • Develop and implement the overall editorial vision and strategy for our news programs
  • Stay informed about current events, news trends, and audience preferences to guide decision-making
  • Determine the news stories to cover, prioritize coverage, and allocate resources effectively
  • Collaborate with editors, reporters, and news anchors to shape story ideas and enhance their delivery
• News Production Management
  • Oversee the entire news production process, including planning, story development, scripting, and on‑air presentation
  • Coordinate with various departments, such as news gathering, research, and technical teams, to ensure seamless execution of news programs
  • Review and approve scripts, graphics, videos, and other visual elements for broadcast
• Team Leadership and Development
  • Lead and inspire a team of news professionals, including producers, editors, writers, and production staff
  • Provide clear direction, feedback, and guidance to team members, fostering their professional growth and development
  • Encourage a collaborative and innovative work culture that promotes excellence, creativity, and journalistic integrity
• Quality Control and Standards
  • Uphold high journalistic standards and ethics in news reporting, ensuring accuracy, fairness, and objectivity
  • Monitor and evaluate the quality of news content, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective measures
  • Stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and production techniques to enhance the overall quality and innovation of our news programming

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in journalism or broadcasting preferred but not required
• 3+ years in television news, with a focus on editorial leadership and management
• Strong knowledge of news production processes, including story development, scriptwriting, and on‑air presentation
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a diverse team, fostering collaboration, innovation, and high-performance
• Exceptional editorial judgment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills in a fast‑paced news environment
• Proficient in current news industry trends, digital platforms, and multimedia storytelling techniques
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Solid organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to handle multiple projects and meet strict deadlines
• Deep understanding of journalistic ethics and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of accuracy, fairness, and integrity.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or work at a computer for extended periods
• Clear verbal and written communication in person, by phone, and via video
• Able to lift up to 15 pounds
• Visual and auditory ability to operate standard office equipment

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, and HSA (effective 1st of the month after 30 days; subject to plan terms)
• Company‑paid life insurance and EAP; voluntary short‑term disability
• PTO (accrual‑based) and company‑paid holidays
• 401(k)

WINK News is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws.