Weekend News Producer & Editorial Lead

FOX; Florida; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading news station in Florida is seeking a dynamic Senior Producer to lead their weekend editorial team. You will oversee news staff, manage content across broadcast, web, and social platforms while ensuring high-quality journalism. Ideal candidates have 3+ years of production experience and strong leadership skills, with a college degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field. This role demands the ability to thrive in fast-paced, breaking news environments while guiding a cohesive team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years as a producer in a major market or as a news manager in a smaller market.
• Proven ability to act as a decisive, authoritative leader who builds a cohesive team environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the weekend news staff, providing clear direction and mentorship.
• Exercise sharp journalistic judgment to select, create, and prioritize content.
• Manage editorial content for newscasts, the station website, and all social media channels.
• Partner with reporters, photographers, and assignment editors for story promotion.
• Thrive in breaking news situations, making ethical and editorial calls.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Ability to work independently

Supervisory experience

Education

College degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or a related field

Job description

A leading news station in Florida is seeking a dynamic Senior Producer to lead their weekend editorial team. You will oversee news staff, manage content across broadcast, web, and social platforms while ensuring high-quality journalism. Ideal candidates have 3+ years of production experience and strong leadership skills, with a college degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field. This role demands the ability to thrive in fast-paced, breaking news environments while guiding a cohesive team.