Executive Producer

The Executive Producer is a leadership position overseeing the creation, production and promotion components of a brand new 3PM newscast on KXAS. This position encompasses editorial leadership of the new broadcast and non-linear content. The Executive Producer's role is to oversee production of news content on multiple platforms, provide guidance and direction to news employees and be an active member of the news management team. The ideal candidate will know how to motivate and manage a team in producing a show that is a great marriage between in-depth content and viewer advocacy. We’re looking for an energetic leader who embraces taking risks and wants to create an innovative product that stands out in the market. The ideal candidate knows how to effectively inspire and support a team, be a consistently high performer, and deliver clear direction and feedback each and every day. As we are a duopoly, it is also expected that this newsroom leader would interact nightly with the Telemundo news team by sharing content, coordinating resources, and offering insight.

Executive Producer
Role Type

Full-time

Requirements

Minimum of five years experience as a television News Producer or Executive Producer

Bachelors degree or equivalent experience

Must be willing to work in Dallas/Ft. Worth just south of DFW airport

Must be 18 years or greater

Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

Must be able to work early mornings, late evenings and weekends as needed, at times with last-minute notification

Must accept Solutions as NBCUniversal’s Dispute Resolution program

Desired Qualifications

Must possess strong journalistic skills, be creative and have ability to write and edit broadcast copy and promotions

Demonstrated competence in newsroom computer systems including editing video and posting digital content

Strong understanding of digital and social media platforms and ability to incorporate them into daily newscasts

Creative approach to storytelling, explainers and problem solving

Ability to make priority decisions under deadlines

Proven strong leadership and management skills required

Must be self-directed, highly organized and detail oriented

Must function well in a fast paced, multi-cultural environment

Ability to direct the news crew in a “producer-driven” environment

Ability to communicate effectively and work well with people while under pressure.

Familiarity with local leaders a plus

Up to date on and interested in current news events

Knowledge of laws of libel, slander and applicable FCC rules and regulations

Personal initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision

Team player who is flexible

High degree of integrity and professionalism

Additional Requirements
Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

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