Executive News Producer

Job Description

EXECUTIVE NEWS PRODUCER (DAYSHIFT) - WAFF

About Gray Media:

Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 101 television markets. Upon closing pending transaction, Gray will own television stations serving 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.

About WAFF:

WAFF is the dominant station in the Tennessee Valley both on-air and online. We cover breaking news and weather all with a heart for the community. Visit https://www.waff.com/ to learn more.

Job Summary/Description:

WAFF is seeking an Executive Producer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be an effective leader able to inspire and coach a team of journalists. The EP will be an aggressive breaking news leader with creative problem-solving abilities. They will be a member of the news management team and will work to develop and execute key newsroom initiatives.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Work with producers, directors, reporters and anchors for the best showcasing, live shots and quality content in the market.
- Teach staff to write with clear, conversational and concise writing.
- Work with reporters to plan story ideas ahead, to help build local content.
- Assist management team with planning of future projects, elections, and other special events.
- Must be assertive with breaking news and weather coverage.

Qualifications/Requirements:
- 3 years of experience as a producer in a top 75 market; or previous Executive Producer experience preferred.
- BS/BA in Journalism/Communications or equivalent background.
- Flexibility with respect to scheduling and/or assigned work shifts.

If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

WAFF-TV/Gray Media, Inc. is a drug-free company

Gray Media encourages all new employees to vaccinate against the coronavirus before the first workday fully.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gxmvxz-3-135-215-249-42 in your application.