Executive Producer

Nexstar Media Group Inc. • Chicago, IL

56d • $100,000 - $130,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Are you a visionary newsroom leader who thrives at the intersection of traditional broadcast and digital innovation? WGN is seeking a dynamic Executive Producer to lead our editorial team with a hybrid focus - delivering compelling, high-impact news content for television while driving forward-thinking strategies across social and digital platforms. This role is ideal for someone who's passionate about storytelling, audience engagement, and team development.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in live news production across broadcast and digital platforms.
• Required: Line producing experience.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing editorial teams and coaching performance.
• Strong editorial judgment with the ability to make decisive calls under pressure.
• In-depth knowledge of social media platforms, audience analytics, and digital content strategy.
• Flexible schedule, including availability for weekend shifts as needed.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with streaming programming and related technologies, a plus.
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field
• Proficiency in ENPS.

Responsibilities

• Lead Daily Broadcasts: Oversee the editorial direction, production quality, and execution of daily newscasts, ensuring journalistic integrity and audience relevance.
• Drive Cross-Platform Strategy: Collaborate with digital and social teams to extend broadcast content across platforms, optimizing for reach, engagement, and impact.
• Coach and Develop Talent: Provide consistent feedback, mentorship, and performance management for producers, reporters, and writers to elevate team performance.
• Innovate Content Delivery: Champion new formats, technologies, and storytelling approaches that resonate with evolving viewer habits.
• Leverage Analytics & Ratings: Interpret audience data, ratings, and impressions to inform editorial decisions and refine content strategy across platforms.
• Collaborate Across Departments: Work closely with assignment desk, marketing, and production teams to align coverage with strategic goals.
• Lead Special Projects: Spearhead high-profile coverage, special reports, and community initiatives that reflect our brand and values.

Benefits

• Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Industry: Broadcasting and Content Providers
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees