Executive Producer Job at Hearst Communications, Inc. in Monet

WPBF, Hearst Television’s ABC affiliate in Palm Beach Gardens, is looking for a

Nightside Executive Producer

to oversee our market-leading evening newscasts. This competitive market demands someone with big-picture vision, strong editorial judgment, and a sharp sense of urgency. We are seeking a leader with exceptional breaking news instincts and strong showcasing skills who can create compelling, multi-platform content that excels on-air and across digital and social platforms.

The Nightside Executive Producer will work closely with producers, reporters, anchors, and directors to execute winning nightly coverage strategies. The ideal candidate thrives in high-pressure situations, owns the room during breaking news, and can inspire a team to produce impactful, audience-focused journalism. This role will also play a key leadership role in major story initiatives and special coverage projects, including election coverage and other large‑scale newsroom events.

Responsibilities

Oversee the editorial execution and production of the 5:30 p.m., 10 p.m., and 11 p. m. newscasts

Lead the team in choosing dynamic daily content tailored to evening viewers

Demonstrate strong editorial decision‑making, breaking news leadership, and showcasing skills

Respond aggressively to breaking news, ensuring WPBF leads the competition on‑air, online, and across social platforms

Drive a digital‑first strategy, ensuring strong content distribution on the website, app, streaming platforms, and social media

Support producers and reporters in crafting compelling copy and using graphics, video, and pre‑production elements to create dynamic presentations

Collaborate with News Director and News Management Team to ensure strategies are consistent across day parts

Play a leadership role in major newsroom initiatives and big story projects, including election coverage and special event programming

Manage, coach, and motivate producers, reporters, and video journalists

Perform administrative responsibilities including scheduling, performance reviews, training, and providing important feedback

Requirements

At least 6 years of producing/EP experience

A strategic approach to building content, embracing technology, and growing people

Commitment to a digital‑first mindset

Creative presentation style and ability to showcase all resources and elements

Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards

Values in Action
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

Medical | Dental | Vision

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

About Us
Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Job Info

Job Identification 2025249

Job Category Content and News

Posting Date 10/14/2025, 05:27 PM

Job Schedule Full time

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