WIS-Station-Columbia, SC, 1111 Bull St., Columbia, SC 29201, USA
Job Summary
WIS is looking for an experienced Executive Producer to join our management team and lead our Sunrise newscasts. This is an opportunity to lead our team of journalists in daily editorial decision-making and content creation. The Sunrise Executive Producer will guide our news operation through editorial standards, storytelling, and multiplatform execution to serve South Carolina communities through meaningful journalism and impactful storytelling. Responsibilities
Brand Execution – Responsible for the daily execution of our Your First Alert brand promise and editorial standards. Content Leadership – Work closely with the News Director and Assistant News Director to craft daily content decisions across all platforms. Editorial Direction – Lead and participate in editorial discussions, review rundowns and scripts, and develop/adjust coverage plans. Newscast Excellence – Refine on-air presentation and oversee live on-air product during designated hours. Breaking News – Act with urgency and immediacy; strive to be first and best with stories on all platforms. Multiplatform Strategy – Collaborate with the Digital Content Manager and news leadership to execute an effective content strategy across web, apps, social media, and multiple dayparts. Team Leadership – Engage and train producers through ongoing conversations and development opportunities. Operations Management – Manage producer schedules and show assignments. Quality Control – Oversee consistent creation of urgent, nimble, local multiplatform content through strong leadership. Special Projects – Collaborate on special projects and major event coverage. Production Support – Produce newscasts as needed (fill-in capacity). Qualifications
Minimum 3-5 years of line-producing experience in a news environment; Preferably 2 years in an Executive Producer or comparable leadership role. Excellent news judgment and journalistic integrity. Leadership capability to guide producers and reporters in a fast-paced news environment. Experience managing newscast rundowns, scripts, and editorial workflows. Ability to work in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment. Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field. Application Instructions
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, visit https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings and search for the job title or station call letters, or click on “apply now” to upload your resume, cover letter, and references. Current employees may apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal. WIS-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company. Additional Information
Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. This policy covers all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Gray Media prohibits workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with employees’ ability to perform job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For more information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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WIS is looking for an experienced Executive Producer to join our management team and lead our Sunrise newscasts. This is an opportunity to lead our team of journalists in daily editorial decision-making and content creation. The Sunrise Executive Producer will guide our news operation through editorial standards, storytelling, and multiplatform execution to serve South Carolina communities through meaningful journalism and impactful storytelling. Responsibilities
Brand Execution – Responsible for the daily execution of our Your First Alert brand promise and editorial standards. Content Leadership – Work closely with the News Director and Assistant News Director to craft daily content decisions across all platforms. Editorial Direction – Lead and participate in editorial discussions, review rundowns and scripts, and develop/adjust coverage plans. Newscast Excellence – Refine on-air presentation and oversee live on-air product during designated hours. Breaking News – Act with urgency and immediacy; strive to be first and best with stories on all platforms. Multiplatform Strategy – Collaborate with the Digital Content Manager and news leadership to execute an effective content strategy across web, apps, social media, and multiple dayparts. Team Leadership – Engage and train producers through ongoing conversations and development opportunities. Operations Management – Manage producer schedules and show assignments. Quality Control – Oversee consistent creation of urgent, nimble, local multiplatform content through strong leadership. Special Projects – Collaborate on special projects and major event coverage. Production Support – Produce newscasts as needed (fill-in capacity). Qualifications
Minimum 3-5 years of line-producing experience in a news environment; Preferably 2 years in an Executive Producer or comparable leadership role. Excellent news judgment and journalistic integrity. Leadership capability to guide producers and reporters in a fast-paced news environment. Experience managing newscast rundowns, scripts, and editorial workflows. Ability to work in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment. Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field. Application Instructions
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, visit https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings and search for the job title or station call letters, or click on “apply now” to upload your resume, cover letter, and references. Current employees may apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal. WIS-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company. Additional Information
Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. This policy covers all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Gray Media prohibits workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with employees’ ability to perform job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For more information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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