Description
KWES-TV Midland, a TEGNA-owned NBC affiliate, is seeking an experienced Executive Producer to lead its team of producers. The successful candidate will have prior TV leadership experience, a commitment to success, and a passion for mentoring and providing regular feedback to the team.
The Executive Producer will collaborate with producers to create engaging shows and explore new ways to present audience-focused content that meets the needs of the local community. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a track record of quality journalism, and the ability to work under pressure.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute long-term newsroom strategies
- Train, develop, and coach the newsroom team, focusing on mentoring content creators across all platforms
- Oversee the daily editorial process and on-air execution
- Review and approve scripts, providing writing and copy editing support
- Source and recruit top-notch journalists
- Participate in coordinating coverage, from breaking news to enterprise story production and specials
- Ensure news coverage meets brand standards, policies, values, and FCC rules
- Manage newsroom operations, including scheduling
- Collaborate with newsroom management to establish goals and develop the local brand
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field
- Prior experience as a news producer and newsroom leader
- Proven track record of quality journalism and high integrity
- Strong organizational and planning skills, with the ability to work under tight deadlines
- Knowledge of AP ENPS, Edius, photojournalism, video editing, and content management systems is a plus
Benefits: TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, fertility and adoption assistance, disability and life insurance, and a 401(k) program with a company match. Employees also receive paid time off and access to virtual doctor's appointments and therapy sessions.