EXECUTIVE NEWS PRODUCER (MORNING) - WAFF

About Gray Television:Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.About WAFF:WAFF is Huntsville, Alabama's #1 news station. We have a dominant digital presence in North Alabama and throughout the Tennessee Valley.For over 68 years WAFF has served its 10 county DMA and is North Alabama’s most trusted source for news and weather.

We cover breaking news and weather all with a heart for the community.

Visit

https://www.waff.com/

to learn more.Job Summary/Description:WAFF is seeking a morning news Executive Producer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be an effective leader able to inspire and coach a team of journalists. The EP will be an aggressive breaking news leader with creative problem solving abilities. They will be a member of the news management team and will work to develop and execute key newsroom initiatives.Work with producers, directors, reporters and anchors for the best showcasing, live shots and quality content in the market. Teach staff to write with clear, conversational and concise writing. Work with reporters to plan story ideas ahead, to help build local content. Assist management team with planning of future projects, elections, and other special events. Must be assertive with breaking news and weather coverage.Qualifications/Requirements:- 3 years of experience as a producer in a top 50 market; or previous Executive Producer experience preferred.- BS/BA in Journalism/Communications or equivalent background.- Flexibility with respect to scheduling and/or assigned work shifts.If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to

https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings

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"apply now" , upload resume, cover letter, and references(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the

Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal )WAFF-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free companyAdditional Info:Gray Television 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 Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of 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 the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior by the first workday.