Executive Producer

Nexstar Media Group • Wilkes-Barre, PA

85d

About The Position

The Executive Producer supervises news content across all media platforms and line produces at least one hour of a live newscast. This role is responsible for evaluating stories and organizing them into a cohesive sequence within a newscast or digital content for the web. The Executive Producer will define the strategic direction for content coverage to meet business and financial objectives, manage the newsroom, contribute to the editorial process, and make solid decisions in breaking news situations. Additionally, this position will execute strategies that engage and grow audiences across all media devices and ensure the successful marketing of projects while adhering to budget constraints.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Communications, TV/film or the equivalent.
• At least 5 years' experience in television or radio broadcast/production.
• Ability to interact well with video journalists, anchors, videographers, news managers, production and engineering staff.
• Detail oriented with excellent verbal, written, and analytical skills.
• Strong news judgment, journalistic integrity, and understanding of viewer needs and expectations.
• Utilize state-of-the-art television technology.

Responsibilities

• Supervise news content across all media platforms.
• Line produce at least one hour of a live newscast.
• Evaluate stories and organize them into a cohesive sequence.
• Define strategic direction for content coverage to meet business and financial objectives.
• Manage the newsroom and contribute to the editorial process.
• Make solid decisions in breaking news situations.
• Execute strategies that engage and grow audiences across all media devices.
• Ensure successful marketing of projects and adherence to budget.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Broadcasting and Content Providers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree