WFSB Channel 3 Eyewitness News is seeking an executive news producer to oversee our morning news coverage, newscasts, and digital content.
Responsibilities:
- Editorial leader of the newsroom for the overnight/morning shift.
- Teach and train line producers. Ensure brand adherence and execute morning news strategic plan.
- Ensure brand adherence and execute morning news strategic plan. Make strategic coverage decisions. Work with producers to craft rundowns and newscasts.
- Maintain and improve morning news ratings.
- Fill-in producing as needed.
Please note, – primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed above
Qualifications/Requirements:
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
Experience
- 3-5 years experience as a producer or executive producer.
Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Experience using Avid, internet production tools, and iNews a plus.
- Ability to work a flexible work schedule and work as a member of a team.
- Must possess an advanced understanding of newscast presentation.
- Must possess excellent writing and graphics skills with ability to provide an interesting and substantive product.
- Must be results-oriented.
- Ability to focus on coordination of daily and long-range segments from first contact to on-air product.
- Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work in a creative, fast-paced environment.
- Ability to make quick decisions without losing composure.
- Must be able to manage multiple projects and assignments simultaneously.
- Previous experience with script writing and editorial experience preferred.
- % Travel Required (Approximate): 10 %
