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  • Producer, Executive

    Location US-AL-Huntsville
    Posted Date 4 months ago(8/13/2019 8:21 PM)
    Job ID
    2019-49904
    Category
    News

    • Overview

    WHNT, a Tribune Broadcasting station, has an opening for an Executive Producer in our Huntsville location.  

     

    The Executive Producer must be a proven newsroom leader looking for a challenging opportunity.  This role will excel under tight deadlines and bring bold, creative ideas for developing newscasts.

    Responsibilities

    • Overall responsibility for newscasts, including oversight on story selection, content, and production
    • Work with team to create innovative news content; able to think differently and critically
    • Collaborate with Editors, Producers and the assignment desk to select stories for coverage
    • Step in and write, edit and produce as needed
    • Develop and supervise effective workflow strategies and procedures for multiple programs
    • Provide regular feedback on newscast with staff, both as a team and individually
    • Perform other duties as assigned

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience required
    • 5 years previous news producing experience
    • Supervisory experience highly preferred
    • Demonstrated ability to track and select trending news stories
    • Strong organizational skills
    • Ability to work in a rapid, fast-paced environment
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
    • Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays

    Equal Employment Opportunity

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