Job Description
FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the US These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network's national content.
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Executive Producer
FOX6 is on the hunt for a visionary with a passion for journalism to oversee our
nightly newscasts. The ideal candidate knows how to showcase the day's top story, develop story ideas, respond to breaking news, weather, and sports - and oh yeah….be a great people person! As part of the FOX team you will enjoy generous paid time off (right out of the gate!), full salary replacement for short term disability and parental leave, 401k with matching, robust employee resources, and what our employees describe as the ''BEST'' medical benefits.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
This isn't just any role. You're the maestro, the one at the heart of our FOX6 nightside team, boosting the morale and direction of our newsroom. This position oversees the creation of show rundowns, participates in story selection and oversees content. Do you know a great newscast with graphics and pacing when you see one? If so, you are who we are looking for. You will become a member of the FOX6 news management team and will develop and implement strategic goals in concert. The executive producer also ensures reporters and photojournalists in the field meet newsroom standards for fairness, accuracy, ethics and presentation. The EP is a key player in managing staff accountability. Milwaukee's got stories to tell, and we're at the forefront. We are the news and digital leader in the Milwaukee market and are looking for the best and brightest to help continue that tradition!
QUALIFICATIONS:
Four years of newscast producing is required. Prior newsroom management experience and a college degree in journalism or related field is a necessity! Must have knowledge and proficiency in newsroom systems. Must have experience and strong skillset in social media. Strong oral and written communication skills a must. Must be knowledgeable of legal and ethical parameters for mass media.
At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company's success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.
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