Producer, Charlotte Today

TEGNA Inc. • Charlotte, NC

6d

About The Position

WCNC Charlotte is seeking a Producer to lead its Charlotte Today lifestyle program and guide its next era of development. The Producer oversees all aspects of the show, including content development and production, and brings fresh ideas to evolve the program while maintaining its focus on local stories and paid content. The role works with the Charlotte Today team to create engaging segments, manages the daily calendar and resources, uses linear and streaming data to refine the program, and organizes sponsored segments. The Producer will help shape the future of Charlotte Today by building on its history and adapting it to the modern media landscape.

Requirements

• Proven track record in television production, preferably for a magazine-style or news program.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional leadership skills and experience.
• Ability to make critical decisions under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Creative vision for evolving Charlotte Today content and workflows.
• Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news, and changing events.
• Strong organization and planning skills, with the ability to work under constant time-sensitive deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with multi-platform content distribution strategies.
• Knowledge of current trends in local television and digital media.
• Eagerness to gain in-depth knowledge of the Charlotte market and its diverse communities.
• Ability to schedule ahead and plan shows two weeks out.
• Knowledge of AP ENPS, Edius, photojournalism, video editing, and content management systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to enhance the show's content and audience engagement.
• Collaborate with the Charlotte Today team to create compelling segments that resonate with viewers.
• Oversee the daily Charlotte Today calendar and resource allocation to maximize production value.
• Analyze linear and streaming data to refine and improve the program.
• Organize and execute sponsored segments.
• Lead the development and production of Charlotte Today.

Benefits

• Medical plan options for full- and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas.
• Dental and eye care coverage.
• Fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance.
• Disability and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with contributions up to the first 4% of pay eligible for a 100% company match; contributions are 100% vested from day one.
• Nine free virtual doctor appointments annually for employees and eligible family members, regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans.
• Twelve free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health for employees and eligible family members.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Nine paid holidays per year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed