Lead Executive Producer – Local News & Digital Strategy

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair Broadcast Group seeks an Executive Producer to lead the newsroom, producing daily newscasts and supervising production of news and special programming across platforms. The role requires guiding editors and reporters, ensuring fair, accurate coverage while driving digital engagement.

The candidate should demonstrate strong writing, the ability to thrive under pressure, and a track record of coaching teams to achieve results.

Qualifications

• College degree in Journalism or related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years producing in television news or equivalent.
• Ability to perform well under pressure, meet strict deadlines.
• Strong commitment to journalistic standards and ethics.
• Experience coaching and motivating newsroom staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily newscasts to serve local communities by sharing relevant information to alert, protect and empower audiences.
• Supervise producers and reporters, review scripts and provide feedback to encourage powerful storytelling.
• Manage the newsroom and handle breaking news situations to empower and grow audiences.
• Collaborate with News Directors and other station managers to create special segments.
• Plan and oversee continuity into upcoming newscasts.

Skills

Multi-platform storytelling

Deadline management

Problem solving

Journalistic ethics

Coaching & mentoring

Digital traffic growth

TV news production

Strong writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field

Job description

Sinclair Broadcast Group seeks an Executive Producer to lead the newsroom, producing daily newscasts and supervising production of news and special programming across platforms. The role requires guiding editors and reporters, ensuring fair, accurate coverage while driving digital engagement.

The candidate should demonstrate strong writing, the ability to thrive under pressure, and a track record of coaching teams to achieve results.