Executive Producer, The National News Desk

We are looking for a dynamic full-time Executive Producer for our Washington, D.C.-based national morning newscast. Our goal is to offer audiences on multiple platforms something different. The kind of coverage they care about, the kind that impacts their lives – but that they cannot find anywhere else.

The position requires strong skills in journalism and leadership. We are seeking a dynamic personality to lead our multi-hour morning newscast. Essential skills include the ability to build a team, share a vision, and execute a strategy. The ideal candidate has a comprehensive understanding of both national news content and the ability to fuse that knowledge into local and national storytelling as well as the ability to manage on-air talent. 

The executive producer oversees the planning of our shows. We want a strong leader who can recruit, coach, and develop great talent.

A passion for winning newscasts is mandatory! Our candidate will be someone who embraces social media and knows how to consistently engage with the audience. Collaboration is a big part of this role. If you are ready to sail away from the Sea of Sameness, we want you to apply!

Essential Duties and Requirements include the following:

• Strong leadership skills and ability to oversee a robust 
• Exemplary verbal and written communication skills
• Energy and positivity
• Ability to execute during breaking news events and add context
• Seasoned editorial & storytelling skills in the national news space
• Must be a team leader that works well with others
• Must be a self-starter who can generate his or her own story ideas daily
• Ability to work under deadline and on a flexible schedule is required
• Ability to create and execute systems
• Ability to manage on-air talent
• Contribute story ideas to daily editorial meetings
• Conduct interviews when required via, phone, email, Skype, or other methods
• Participate in regular content planning meetings
• Post content on assigned digital platforms daily
• Provide regular feedback to newscast team
• Perform annual performance reviews
• Well versed in important national news
• Responsible for managing team schedules
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• A minimum of three (3-5) years’ experience managing a news team at a commercial news operation
• Strong leadership skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts
• Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving abilities
• Journalism degree preferred
• Must have Proficiency with non-linear editing (i.e. Avid) and newsroom systems such as iNews

When applying online, candidate must provide examples of newscast they have produced that show exceptional creativity. Please provide a link to your work.

 
 

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.
  About Us
  Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.
  About the Team
  The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.