Executive Producer, Good Morning Texas

TEGNA Inc.•Dallas, TX

About The Position

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news. WFAA is looking for a dynamic Executive Producer ready to take Good Morning Texas, our weekday lifestyle and branded content show, to the next level. The Executive Producer will set the creative, editorial, operational, and commercial vision for Good Morning Texas across broadcast, streaming, digital, social, and live experiences. This leader will combine creativity, communication, and coordination to elevate production and execution of editorial and sponsored content. This Executive Producer role is perfect for a fearlessly innovative leader who understands the balance of client need and audience experience, creating live lifestyle programming that is energetic, community-connected, and authentically North Texas.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience producing broadcast news or lifestyle show with live control room experience; prior Executive Producer experience preferred
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Innovative mindset willing to break the mold
Highly organized and able to multitask
Solution-oriented with a positive attitude
Software skills including: Cuez or other Newsroom/show production software, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office
This role requires flexibility around live shows, client shoots, special projects, and breaking news/station priorities.

Responsibilities

Owns editorial direction, daily execution, and long-term content strategy for Good Morning Texas
Ensures seamless blend of paid and organic content to balance editorial integrity and advertiser need
Develops new opportunities for paid content and sponsorship integration
Prioritizes multi-platform approach to engage audiences on broadcast, streaming, and social media
Uses audience data, sponsor feedback, and revenue opportunities to inform decision making and guide vision
Responsible for overall quality control
Oversees daily performance of Good Morning Texas team including producers, on-air talent, photographers, etc.
Assigns segments, tasks, etc., to show producers, host(s), and photographers
Inspires and coaches team members to deliver high-quality performance by communicating best practices and success metrics
Manages guest booking strategies and processes
Collaborates closely with Sales leadership and Client Relationship Manager to identify new business development opportunities
Coordinates directly with Clients on sponsored content to deliver high-quality paid segments
Builds network of contacts such as PR reps, community partners, vendors, influencers, subject-matter experts, etc. for potential guest booking

Benefits

Two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
Access to dental and eye care coverage
Fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance
Disability and life insurance
401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA’s 401(k)
Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one
Nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc for all employees and their eligible family members
12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health for all employees and their eligible family members
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit
Nine paid holidays per year