Executive Producer, WLS-TV

Job Posting Title:

Executive Producer, WLS-TV

Req ID:

10091255

Job Description:

WLS-TV in Chicago is looking for a morning Executive Producer (“EP”) to lead all aspects of local news creation and production. This EP will be responsible for content for our M- F morning daypart, overseeing morning linear and streaming newscasts and content on other digital platforms. A successful candidate will have strong leadership skills, outstanding news judgment, excellent production skills and familiarity with digital and social media platforms. You should also be familiar with the Chicago news market and be able to guide, coach and mentor staff. We’re looking for someone with a creative, team driven and competitive spirit.

What You Will Do:

• Oversee editorial content for morning linear and streaming newscasts as well as other digital and social platforms. Responsibilities include story selection, story development, production and newsroom management.
• Work with senior news management to design and implement strategies to engage and build audiences across platforms.
• Collaborate with anchors and reporters to develop stories.
• Collaborate with and supervise newscast producers and newsroom staff.
• Lead planning of morning coverage for big events and collaborate on development of special stories/segments for morning daypart.
• Conflict resolution and team engagement to address any issues that may arise in the newsroom.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in news production in a major TV market.
• Experience leading a team.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be flexible with working hours and adaptable to change.

Preferred Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communication or related field.

Additional Information:

• This role is considered on-site, which means the employee will work from a Company designated location on an ongoing basis.
• Reporting Location – Chicago, IL

Job Posting Segment:

Disney Networks

Job Posting Primary Business:

Disney Networks All

Primary Job Posting Category:

Producing

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Chicago, IL, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2024-05-29