WINK News-Southwest Florida’s News leader is seeking an experienced Executive Producer to help lead our team. You will be responsible for overseeing the creation of high-quality news content, driving the editorial direction of our newscast while also overseeing producers.
Responsibilities:
Editorial Leadership:
Develop and implement the overall editorial vision and strategy for our news programs
Stay informed about current events, news trends, and audience preferences to guide decision-making
Determine the news stories to cover, prioritize coverage, and allocate resources effectively
Collaborate with editors, reporters, and news anchors to shape story ideas and enhance their delivery
News Production Management:
Oversee the entire news production process, including planning, story development, scripting, and on-air presentation
Coordinate with various departments, such as news gathering, research, and technical teams, to ensure seamless execution of news programs
Review and approve scripts, graphics, videos, and other visual elements for broadcast
Team Leadership and Development:
Lead and inspire a team of news professionals, including producers, editors, writers, and production staff
Provide clear direction, feedback, and guidance to team members, fostering their professional growth and development
Encourage a collaborative and innovative work culture that promotes excellence, creativity, and journalistic integrity
Quality Control and Standards:
Uphold high journalistic standards and ethics in news reporting, ensuring accuracy, fairness, and objectivity
Monitor and evaluate the quality of news content, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective measures
Stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and production techniques to enhance the overall quality and innovation of our news programming
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in journalism or broadcasting preferred but not required
3+ years in television news, with a focus on editorial leadership and management
Strong knowledge of news production processes, including story development, scriptwriting, and on-air presentation
Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a diverse team, fostering collaboration, innovation, and high-performance
Exceptional editorial judgment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills in a fast-paced news environment
Proficient in current news industry trends, digital platforms, and multimedia storytelling techniques
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels
Solid organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to handle multiple projects and meet strict deadlines
Deep understanding of journalistic ethics and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of accuracy, fairness, and integrity.
Benefits:
Full-time new hires: Eligible to participate in all Company benefit plans, including:
Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, and HSA
1stof the month after 30 days of employment
Subject to plan terms
Eligibility for company-paid benefits such as life insurance & EAP and employee-paid benefits such as short- and long-term disability
PTO – Earned on Accrual Basis
Company-Paid Holidays
401(k)
Southwest Florida is often praised as being one of the healthiest and happiest places in the world with miles of white-sand beaches and a dynamic community. Broadcast Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are a drug-free and smoke-free environment.
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries
Internet Publishing
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