Executive Producer, Good Morning Texas

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.

WFAA

is looking for a dynamic

Executive Producer

ready to take Good Morning Texas, our weekday lifestyle and branded content show, to the next level. The Executive Producer will set the creative, editorial, operational, and commercial vision for Good Morning Texas across broadcast, streaming, digital, social, and live experiences. This leader will combine creativity, communication, and coordination to elevate production and execution of editorial and sponsored content. This Executive Producer role is perfect for a fearlessly innovative leader who understands the balance of client need and audience experience, creating live lifestyle programming that is energetic, community-connected, and authentically North Texas.

Responsibilities

Content Strategy and Audience Engagement

Owns editorial direction, daily execution, and long-term content strategy for Good Morning Texas

Ensures seamless blend of paid and organic content to balance editorial integrity and advertiser need

Develops new opportunities for paid content and sponsorship integration

Prioritizes multi‑platform approach to engage audiences on broadcast, streaming, and social media

Uses audience data, sponsor feedback, and revenue opportunities to inform decision making and guide vision

Responsible for overall quality control

Team Leadership and Collaboration

Oversees daily performance of Good Morning Texas team including producers, on‑air talent, photographers, etc.

Assigns segments, tasks, etc., to show producers, host(s), and photographers

Inspires and coaches team members to deliver high‑quality performance by communicating best practices and success metrics

Manages guest booking strategies and processes

Client Coordination and Management

Collaborates closely with Sales leadership and Client Relationship Manager to identify new business development opportunities

Coordinates directly with Clients on sponsored content to deliver high‑quality paid segments

Builds network of contacts such as PR reps, community partners, vendors, influencers, subject‑matter experts, etc. for potential guest booking

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience producing broadcast news or lifestyle show with live control room experience; prior Executive Producer experience preferred

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Innovative mindset willing to break the mold

Highly organized and able to multitask

Solution‑oriented with a positive attitude

Software skills including: Cuez or other Newsroom/show production software, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office

This role requires flexibility around live shows, client shoots, special projects, and breaking news/station priorities

Benefits
TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part‑time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.

Our 401(k) program offers full, part‑time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre‑tax basis to TEGNA's 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.

Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, all employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor's appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.

TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.

* Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.

EEO Statement
TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email askhr@tegna.com.

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