Executive Producer, MS NOW

Versant•New York, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

MS NOW is looking for an experienced Executive Producer to lead the development of editorial content and production for the new 11AM weekday show. This position will be responsible for shaping and advancing our journalism, original storytelling and unique perspectives into a compelling program.

Requirements

8 years of experience leading production on a successful program
3 years of experience managing a team
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Editorial experience in a fast-paced newsroom environment, ability to anticipate and respond quickly to change
Experience in story-first journalism approach.
Experience fostering a culture of creative output
Experience developing hosts and producer talent
Must be willing to work in New York, NY
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news

Nice To Haves

Strong familiarity with MS NOW and MS NOW News standards.
Strong team leadership and cross-departmental collaborative skills.
Sound journalistic judgment.
Must be detail-oriented and able to work under pressure and meet multiple daily deadlines.
Experience in digital news.

Responsibilities

Lead the editorial planning and direction of daily show.
Produce daily content that advances the story.
Respond and act on breaking news and live events to inform audience.
Manage team and host to produce programming in a creative manner
Train editorial producers and production staff on best journalism practices
Work with anchors, correspondents and producers to create exciting content
Final review and sign off on vision, content, editorial planning process and daily operations of the show
Copy edit scripts and content
Set show for audience growth
Manage editorial relationships to collaborate with larger teams
Lead as control room supervisor