Executive Producer

Sinclair Broadcast Group • Mishawaka, IN

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About The Position

Fantastic opportunity for a creative and sound journalist to join and help lead the market's #1 rated content center. The Executive Producer will help oversee the creation and producing of our on-air newscasts and content on multiple platforms while ensuring that content is fair, balanced and accurate. The ideal candidate will oversee production of newscasts and special programming, while also having the ability to produce newscasts and content as needed. You will work closely with producers and reporters on daily selection and coverage. As a newsroom leader, the expectation is that the Executive Producer will lead by example.

Requirements

• Proven track record of creating compelling and engaging stories across multiple platforms
• Ability to perform well under pressure, experience managing breaking news and meeting strict deadlines
• Ability to identify problems and provide solutions
• A strong commitment to journalistic standards and ethics
• Extraordinary people skills with an emphasis on coaching and motivating
• Strong understanding of how to drive digital traffic

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 2 years producing in a television news environment or equivalent is preferred
• A college degree in Journalism or a related field is preferred
• Strong writing skills and a proven track record for getting results on initiatives

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily newscasts to ensure we are serving our local communities by sharing relevant information to alert, protect and empower our audiences
• Supervise producers and reporters, as well as, review scripts and provide feedback to encourage powerful storytelling
• Manage news room and handle breaking news situations to empower and grow our audiences
• Collaborate with News Director and other content center managers to create special segments
• Planning and overseeing continuity into upcoming newscasts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: Associate degree