Lifestyle Executive Producer/Co-host

NAB Leadership Foundation; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an energetic Executive Producer/Co-host for a new lifestyle show launching in Philadelphia. This role involves leading a dynamic team, showcasing local businesses, and engaging with the community. The ideal candidate will possess a vibrant personality, excellent communication skills, and a passion for storytelling. Responsibilities include managing on-air content, coordinating with various departments, and ensuring a seamless production process. If you're a motivated self-starter with a flair for lifestyle programming, this is your chance to shine in a vibrant media environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism or communications, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum two years On-Air Lifestyle Hosting & Producing Experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead a lifestyle show in the 5th biggest market in the country.
• Research show topics and develop questions for guests.

Skills

On-Air Lifestyle Hosting

Producing Experience

Excellent Communication Skills

Organization Skills

Knowledge of ENPS

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism

Communications or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

ENPS

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Job description

WPHL-TV is hiring!

WPHL-TV/CW is hiring an energetic & dynamic Executive Producer/Co-host for a daily hour-long lifestyle show launching in Philadelphia this fall.

The show will highlight local businesses and events happening throughout the Delaware Valley to help promote our brand – We Are Philadelphia.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead a lifestyle show in the 5th biggest market in the country.
• Superior on-air presence-Interviewing guests/clients in the studio and on location.
• Knowledge of current events, pop culture, and community connections.
• Help find local engaging stories to highlight on-air and on social media.
• Researching show topics and developing questions for guests in coordination with the Co-host/Reporter and Producer.
• Actively participate in daily content meetings
• Writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating content and in-studio pieces for all platforms.
• Working with Producer and Co-host/Reporter in booking guests.
• Ensure all guests (clients/other) are associated with a legitimate organization.
• Greeting and assisting guests during show preparations.
• Working with Production and Creative Services teams on taping schedules (in studio and remote production) and live show management.
• Station Representative at Community Events, either station sponsored or other, to promote the show and the station
• Work with sales department to help ensure a positive experience for clients.
• Assisting sales department on presentations, including meeting with clients.
• Ability to deliver pre-live shows and pre-produced stories on time and on brand.
• Ensure all segments are posted the same day to shows website and daily social media posts.
• Other duties as assigned by Creative Services Director.

Requirements and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field or equivalent combination of education and work experience
• An infectious personality that viewers will love watching each day and an unparalleled passion, work ethic and drive
• Excellent organization and communication skills required to actively work with all departments (Sales, Marketing, News, Production, Programming, Creative Services) at the station

• Must be a highly motivated self-starter, able to work alone and as part of a team
• Minimum two years On-Air Lifestyle Hosting & Producing Experience
• Ability to prioritize and address multiple projects with varying deadlines
• Ability to lead a small team
• Ability to shoot video is a plus, but not required
• Knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite is a plus, but not required.
• Knowledge of ENPS
• Knowledge of Microsoft Software, especially Outlook and Microsoft Word
• Demo reel of previous hosting/reporting experience required (no exceptions).