Executive Producer of TV

Americas Test Kitchen•Boston, MA

9d•$120,000 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Americas Test Kitchen (ATK), a pioneering brand in food media, is seeking an Executive Producer of TV to lead the creative and operational execution of our flagship and legacy television programming. This leader will oversee production and post-production for top-rated instructional cooking series and specials, while building scalable workflows, developing on-screen and behind-the-scenes talent, and partnering across Content, Product, and Marketing to deliver cohesive multi-platform storytelling. The ideal candidate is a calm, strategic production leader with strong creative instincts, exceptional operational rigor, and a deep commitment to ATKs standards of accuracy, clarity, and audience trust.

Requirements

10+ years of progressive experience in TV/video production and post-production, including senior leadership responsibility (Executive Producer/Showrunner or equivalent).
Demonstrated success owning budgets, schedules, and delivery across multiple productions simultaneously.
Proven ability to build, mentor, and retain high-performing creative and production teams.
Strong creative judgment and experience producing instructional, lifestyle, unscripted, or food programming.
Experience developing new series, pilots, and pitch materials; comfort working with freelance staff and external partners.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills, including experience with talent relationships and contracts.
Ability to translate strategy into clear executional plans and scalable production workflows.
Familiarity with multi-platform content strategy spanning streaming, FAST, digital video, and social.

Responsibilities

Show Leadership & Execution Provide executive oversight of ATKs flagship instructional cooking series and specials, including Americas Test Kitchen and Cooks Country, across development, pre-production, production, and post-production.
Set and maintain the editorial and creative vision for the shows in close partnership with culinary, editorial, design, and cross-channel stakeholders.
Guide scripting, episode structure, and storytelling approach to ensure instructional clarity, continuity, and alignment with ATKs brand voice and audience expectations.
Partner closely with on-screen talent to support strong performances, comfort on set, and alignment with show tone and instructional goals.
Review cuts and provide clear, decisive creative notes through final delivery.
Oversee production scheduling and logistics, ensuring efficient workflows, clear communication, and on-time delivery across teams.
Team Leadership & Talent Development Lead and develop a high-performing production team, including a Senior Producer, Associate Producers, on-camera talent, and crew.
Set clear expectations and performance standards while fostering a collaborative, accountable, and supportive production culture.
Partner with Production and Post leadership on staffing plans, resource allocation, and workflow optimization.
Budget & Operational Oversight Partner with the SVP and Director of Production to develop, manage, and track production budgets across multiple series and initiatives.
Deliver programming on time and on budget by optimizing staffing plans, production calendars, vendor partnerships, and post-production schedules.
Oversee vendor relationships and production resources to maximize quality, efficiency, and cost discipline.
Identify operational efficiencies and process improvements across production and post.
Content Development & IP Growth Evolve and steward legacy IP, translating ATKs 30+ year brand into engaging, modern programming while protecting its core editorial values.
Develop, write, and produce pilots, pitch reels, and development materials in support of new series and partnerships.
Lead the creation of new formats and segments that expand ATKs storytelling range.
Strategy & Cross-Functional Leadership Serve as a senior leader in defining and advancing ATKs television content strategy, ensuring flagship programming aligns with broader business objectives and audience needs.
Serve as a key stakeholder in planning cycles, aligning programming priorities with business objectives, audience needs, and brand strategy.
Contribute to annual and long-range planning cycles, helping shape programming priorities, production roadmaps, and resourcing strategies.
Provide creative leadership and strategic support for new series, specials, and adjacent projects as needed.
Create and contribute to decks, presentations, pitch materials, and development assets for leadership, partners, and strategic initiatives.
Own and evolve the department production manual to ensure clarity, best practices, and scalable workflows.
Negotiate talent contracts and support business affairs needs in partnership with internal stakeholders.