Nexstar Media Group Inc. is hiring: Executive Producer in Chicago

Executive Producer page is loaded## Executive Producerlocations: IL-Chicago;2501 W. Bradley Place (WGN-TV)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-39250**Key Responsibilities*** **Lead Daily Broadcasts**: Oversee the editorial direction, production quality, and execution of daily newscasts, ensuring journalistic integrity and audience relevance.* **Drive Cross-Platform Strategy**: Collaborate with digital and social teams to extend broadcast content across platforms, optimizing for reach, engagement, and impact.* **Coach and Develop Talent**: Provide consistent feedback, mentorship, and performance management for producers, reporters, and writers to elevate team performance.* **Innovate Content Delivery**: Champion new formats, technologies, and storytelling approaches that resonate with evolving viewer habits.* **Leverage Analytics & Ratings**: Interpret audience data, ratings, and impressions to inform editorial decisions and refine content strategy across platforms.* **Collaborate Across Departments**: Work closely with assignment desk, marketing, and production teams to align coverage with strategic goals.* **Lead Special Projects**: Spearhead high-profile coverage, special reports, and community initiatives that reflect our brand and values. **Qualifications*** Minimum 5 years of experience in live news production across broadcast and digital platforms.* Required: Line producing experience.* Demonstrated leadership in managing editorial teams and coaching performance.* Strong editorial judgment with the ability to make decisive calls under pressure.* Familiarity with streaming programming and related technologies, a plus.* In-depth knowledge of social media platforms, audience analytics, and digital content strategy.* Flexible schedule, including availability for weekend shifts as needed.* Excellent communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.* Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field; Proficiency in ENPS.#LI-Onsite**Salary Range:**100K to 130K Annualized - commensurate with applicant's experience and skill level**Benefits:** Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. #J-18808-Ljbffr