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KABC Morning Executive Producer

The Walt Disney Company (France), Glendale, California, us, 91222

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ABC7 Los Angeles is seeking an Executive Producer to oversee Eyewitness News Mornings. This Monday-Friday overnight/early morning position requires a proven leader with excellent news judgment, strong writing skills, a passion for being first with breaking news and the creativity to produce content that is impactful and relevant. You must be an excellent communicator with strong people skills. This position will work an overnight or very early morning shift and supervise morning news content across all platforms. Demonstrated expertise in digital, social media and streaming is a must. This position will collaborate with the Morning News Senior Producer and Weekend Morning Executive Producer to create and execute coverage strategies and manage staff. Current or previous experience managing a successful morning newscast preferred. Knowledge of Southern California a plus.

This role is considered on-site, which means the employee will work from a Company designated location on an ongoing basis.

Responsibilities

Work overnight shift and lead the way on live breaking news and event coverage. Willing and able to jump into the producer chair to fill-in if needed

Must have eye for impact, relevance, and moments that connect with viewers

Supervise linear and digital producers, writers and reporters, proofing scripts and providing needed feedback and accountability

Encourage producers and writers to use creative production techniques to enhance content

Work with assignment desk to proactively plan out morning coverage

Manage staffing needs and foster a positive and collaborative workplace attitude

Fill in for other EP shifts as needed

Basic Qualifications

Minimum of 7 years of experience in local television news production

Demonstrated ability to work under deadline pressure and work in a fast-paced environment

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Must be flexible with working hours and adaptable to change

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of Dalet

Management experience in top 20 market

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree

The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $139,200 to $186,600 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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