Executive Newscast Producer

Job Description

WKEF in Dayton, Ohio has an immediate opening for a creative and innovative Executive Producer to oversee news content for our morning newscasts. Dayton 24/7 Now is a collaborative newsroom dedicated to serving the Miami Valley. The ideal candidate will help coach producers on showcasing and oversee production of newscasts and special programming. 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.

Some additional responsibilities of our Executive Producer will include:
• Oversee daily newscasts to ensure we are serving our local communities by sharing relevant information to alert and empower our audience
• Supervise producers and reporters, as well as, review scripts and provide feedback to encourage powerful storytelling
• Manage news room and handle breaking news stories on ALL platforms
• Collaborate with News Directors and other station managers
• Planning and overseeing continuity in newscasts
• Produce newscasts and special coverage as needed

What skills do you need to be successful in our role?
• Proven track record of creating compelling and engaging stories across multiple platforms
• Ability to preform well under pressure, experience managing breaking news and meeting strict deadlines
• Ability to identity 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
• Minimum of 4 years experience producing in a television news environment or equivalent
• A college degree in Journalism or a related field is preferred
• Strong writing skills and a proven track record for getting results on initiatives

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r1kk9e-18-119-119-191-42 in your application.