Senior Producer

FOX; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

FOX 35 Orlando is seeking a dynamic Senior Producer to lead the weekend editorial team. This role involves supervising staff and shaping the story across various platforms. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of producer experience and a degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field.

Exceptional communication skills and supervisory experience are essential to thrive in this high-pressure environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the weekend news staff, providing clear direction and mentorship.
• Select, create, and prioritize content meaningfully and fairly.
• Manage editorial content for newscasts, website, and social media.
• Collaborate with team members for compelling story promotion.
• Thrive in breaking news, making ethical and editorial calls.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Ability to work independently

Supervisory experience

Education

College degree in Broadcast Journalism

Communications or related field

Job description

FOX 35 Orlando (WOFL) is looking for a dynamic, high-energy Senior Producer to lead our weekend editorial team. This isn't just about "stacking a show"-it's about owning the brand across broadcast, web, and social platforms. You will be the editorial voice of the weekend, managing a team of producers and associate producers to deliver news that is clear, accurate, and creatively superior.

What You'll Do

• Lead the Team: Supervise the weekend news staff, providing clear direction and mentorship in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Shape the Story: Exercise sharp journalistic judgment to select, create, and prioritize content that is meaningful and fair.
• Own the Platforms: Manage editorial content for newscasts, the station website, and all social media channels.
• Collaborate: Partner with reporters, photographers, and assignment editors to identify the most compelling elements for story promotion and digital growth.
• Execute Under Pressure: Thrive in breaking news situations, making decisive ethical and editorial calls when every second counts.

What You Bring

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years as a producer in a major market or as a news manager in a smaller market.
• Leadership: Proven ability to act as a decisive, authoritative leader who builds a cohesive team environment.
• Education: College degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or a related field.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills and the ability to work independently with minimal oversight. Supervisory experience is a major plus.