Head of Evening News & Duopoly Coverage

Comunidade Metodista

Needham (MA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

NBC10 Boston is seeking an Executive Producer to oversee evening coverage and editorial decisions for NBC10 Boston News at 7pm and NBC10 Boston at 11pm in Needham, MA. The role entails guiding multi-platform content, leading a team of Producers, Reporters and Editors, and coordinating with Telemundo Nueva Inglaterra for cross-duopoly collaboration.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record in top markets, strong news judgment, and experience managing breaking news and staff development.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism or related field, or equivalent work experience.
Minimum 5 years’ experience in news management or main show producing in a top 10 market.
Minimum 10 years of newsroom newsgathering and/or production experience in top 20 market.
Minimum 10 years’ experience writing, producing and desktop editing.
Experience copy editing scripts.
Experience managing and developing a team of editorial news professionals.

Responsibilities

Oversee content and coverage decisions during shifts.
Lead a team of Producers, Content Producers, Reporters, Photographers and Editors.
Make editorial decisions in breaking news across platforms.
Coordinate with duopoly production, IT, engineering, and newsroom teams for show production.
Plan special events and collaborate with NBC News and NBC Owned Stations.
Recruitment and performance reviews for editorial staff.
Provide training and coaching for Producers and Content Producers.