TEGNA Inc.
ExecutiveProducer
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“Executive Producer at TEGNA Inc.. Skills: News production, Team leadership, Content creation. Collaborate newsroom strategy. Execute newsroom strategy”
Industry & Context.
Handling breaking news; Handling changing events
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, Prior industry experience as news producer, Prior industry experience as newsroom leader, Track record of quality journalism, High integrity, Ethical decision-making, Ability to handle live breaking news, Ability to handle changing events, Organization skills, Planning skills, Ability to work under deadlines
Nice to Have
Knowledge of AP ENPS, Knowledge of Edius, Knowledge of photojournalism, Knowledge of video editing, Knowledge of content management systems
What You'll Do.
Collaborate newsroom strategy
Execute newsroom strategy
Develop newsroom team
Mentor content creators
Oversee editorial process
Oversee on-air execution
Provide coaching techniques
Provide showcasing techniques
Coordinate coverage aspects
Produce enterprise stories
Ensure news coverage meets brand
Ensure news coverage meets policies
Ensure news coverage meets values
Ensure news coverage meets FCC rules
Direct newsroom operations
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Newsroom team; Content creators; Newsroom management
Communication Scope
Writing; Copy editing
Full Job Description
About TEGNA TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U. S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news. WTIC WCCT-TV H, the TEGNA-owned CW/FOX affiliate in Hartford is seeking an Executive Producer to oversee our talented team of producers. The perfect candidate will possess prior TV leadership experience, a commitment to success, and a desire to mentor and offer regular feedback to the team. Our team strives for growth, and we seek a leader who shares this ambition. As the executive producer, you will work closely with producers to create captivating shows and explore new methods of presenting audience-focused content that aligns with the needs of our community. Responsibilities: Collaborate and execute long-term newsroom strategy Train, develop, and coach the newsroom team with a focus on mentoring content creators across all platforms Oversee the daily editorial process Oversee the on-air execution and provide coaching and showcasing techniques Review, approve scripts, and provide writing/copy editing to rundowns to ensure accuracy and quality Source and recruit top-notch journalists Participate in coordinating all aspects of coverage, from breaking news to enterprise story production and specials Ensure the news coverage meets our brand, policies, values, and FCC rules Direct newsroom operations and manage schedules Work with newsroom management to establish goals and further develop our local brand Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field Prior industry experience as a news producer and as a newsroom leader Track record of quality journalism, high integrity, and ethical decision-making Passion for growing journalists and fostering a creative, positive, and collaborative ne
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