What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Producer position at Sinclair Broadcast Group?
WJAR, Southern New England’s News Leader has an immediate opening for Executive Producer to oversee news content for overall fairness, balance and accuracy. The ideal candidate will produce daily newscasts 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.
The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.
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, protect and empower our audiences.
- Supervise producers and reporters, as well as review scripts and provide feedback to encourage powerful storytelling.
- Manage newsroom and handle breaking news situations to empower and grow our audiences.
- Collaborate with News Directors and other station managers to create special segments.
- Plan and oversee continuity into upcoming newscasts.
What skills do you need to be successful in our role?
EEO AND INCLUSIVITY :
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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