What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Producer News position at WINK News?
Position Overview:
WINK News-Southwest Florida’s News leader is seeking an experienced Executive Producer to help lead our nightside team. You will be responsible for overseeing the creation of high-quality news content, driving the editorial direction of our newscast while also overseeing producers.
Responsibilities:
Full-time new hires: Eligible to participate in all Company benefit plans, including:
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WINK News-Southwest Florida’s News leader is seeking an experienced Executive Producer to help lead our nightside team. You will be responsible for overseeing the creation of high-quality news content, driving the editorial direction of our newscast while also overseeing producers.
Responsibilities:
- Editorial Leadership:
- Develop and implement the overall editorial vision and strategy for our news programs
- Stay informed about current events, news trends, and audience preferences to guide decision-making
- Determine the news stories to cover, prioritize coverage, and allocate resources effectively
- Collaborate with editors, reporters, and news anchors to shape story ideas and enhance their delivery
- News Production Management:
- Oversee the entire news production process, including planning, story development, scripting, and on-air presentation
- Coordinate with various departments, such as news gathering, research, and technical teams, to ensure seamless execution of news programs
- Review and approve scripts, graphics, videos, and other visual elements for broadcast
- Team Leadership and Development:
- Lead and inspire a team of news professionals, including producers, editors, writers, and production staff
- Provide clear direction, feedback, and guidance to team members, fostering their professional growth and development
- Encourage a collaborative and innovative work culture that promotes excellence, creativity, and journalistic integrity
- Quality Control and Standards:
- Uphold high journalistic standards and ethics in news reporting, ensuring accuracy, fairness, and objectivity
- Monitor and evaluate the quality of news content, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective measures
- Stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and production techniques to enhance the overall quality and innovation of our news programming
- Bachelor's degree in journalism or broadcasting preferred but not required
- 3 years in television news, with a focus on editorial leadership and management
- Strong knowledge of news production processes, including story development, scriptwriting, and on-air presentation
- Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a diverse team, fostering collaboration, innovation, and high-performance
- Exceptional editorial judgment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills in a fast-paced news environment
- Proficient in current news industry trends, digital platforms, and multimedia storytelling techniques
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels
- Solid organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to handle multiple projects and meet strict deadlines
- Deep understanding of journalistic ethics and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of accuracy, fairness, and integrity.
- Ability to sit or work at a computer for extended periods
- Clear verbal and written communication in person, by phone, and via video
- Able to lift up to 15 pounds
- Visual and auditory ability to operate standard office equipment
Full-time new hires: Eligible to participate in all Company benefit plans, including:
- Health, Dental, Vision, and HSA (effective 1st of the month after 30 days; subject to plan terms)
- Company-paid life insurance and EAP; voluntary short-term disability
- PTO (accrual-based) and company-paid holidays
- 401(k)
- *Please no phone calls or emails regarding this position
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