What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Producer of Investigations position at Fort Myers Broadcast Center?
Executive Producer of Investigations
WINK News is seeking a dynamic and experienced Executive Producer of Investigations to join our team in Southwest Florida. We are looking for a strategic, innovative, and driven individual with a passion for impactful journalism and investigative storytelling. This leader will guide our investigative team to produce high-quality, in-depth stories that hold people in power accountable, reveal injustices, and provide our community with critical information.
Key Responsibilities :
- Leadership : Oversee the investigative unit, driving editorial vision and ensuring all stories meet WINK News' standards of accuracy, fairness, and excellence.
- Story Development : Collaborate with reporters, producers, and photographers to develop investigative angles on issues relevant to our Southwest Florida audience.
- Editorial Oversight : Directly manage the research, scripting, and storytelling process, ensuring thorough fact-checking and balanced coverage.
- Content Strategy : Work closely with senior leadership and news management to align investigative stories with WINK News' overall content strategy, including digital platforms.
- Collaboration : Partner with the newsroom team, including producers and digital to expand the reach and impact of investigative content across all platforms.
- Audience Engagement : Engage with viewers by explaining complex issues clearly and concisely and exploring innovative ways to tell investigative stories that captivate and inform.
- Mentorship : Lead, train, and inspire the investigative team, helping them grow professionally and achieve their best work.
Qualifications :
Why Join Us?
WINK News is growing and we are continuing to hire new team members. We are dedicated to serving Southwest Florida and will continue to do so with impactful, meaningful journalism that empowers and informs. We provide an environment where journalists can thrive, grow, and make a true impact. If you're passionate about investigations and ready to lead a team toward uncovering the truth, we invite you to apply.
Benefits :
Full-time new hires : Eligible to participate in all Company benefit plans, including :
1st of the month after 30 days of employment
Southwest Florida is often praised as being one of the healthiest and happiest places in the world with miles of white-sand beaches and a dynamic community. Broadcast Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are a drug-free and smoke-free environment.
