Executive Producer

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.

About the role

The Executive Producer at WNEP-TV, TEGNA’s ABC affiliate in Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, Pa., oversees all elements of news programs and helps inspire and manage a talented, passionate staff. The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching strong storytelling for one of the most successful newsrooms in the country. The position requires strong editorial judgement, a strategic mindset, and an aggressive approach to covering breaking news on digital and broadcast platforms.

Responsibilities

• Copy edit news stories by reporters, producers and anchors
• Coach and provide regular feedback for producers and reporters
• Produce special news events, shows and coverage outside the daily newscasts
• Assist with hiring newscast producers and associate producers
• Assist News Director and other leaders in managing day-to-day news operations
• Manage team of anchors, producers, reporters, meteorologists, photojournalists, digital content producers and editors
• Regularly critique newscasts with staff, both as a team and with individual producers
• Oversee multiple newscasts to ensure they meet strategic goals and fit the WNEP brand
• Manage schedules
• Participate in daily planning meetings
• Contribute story ideas for newscasts

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism preferred
• 3-5 years minimum producing experience
• Ability to work under extreme pressure and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of AP Style
• Writing and broadcast production techniques
• Well-versed in local, national, and international news stories
• Ability to exercise discretion, best judgment, and solid journalistic/ethical skills
• Knowledge of Edius, photojournalism, video editing, and content management systems a plus
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Benefits

• Two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
• Dental and eye care coverage
• Fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) program with 100% company match on contributions up to the first 4% of pay, vested from day one
• Nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc for all employees and their eligible family members
• Twelve free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit
• 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.