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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 WJHG:
Imagine working in a place where most people travel to for vacation. That’s what you’ll find at the WJHG-TV/NBC and WECP-TV/CBS Affiliate in Panama City Beach, Florida! The area is home to a booming tourism industry, local military bases, and a rapidly growing local economy. WJHG/WECP prides itself on being a leader not only in news, but also in serving the local community, with a strong presence at local events. Our mission is to cover news that digs deeper and holds true to solid journalistic ethics and to offer businesses the best options to market their products and services including a full service digital marketing department. Our number one rated award-winning team is all about leadership and growth, and we stay on top of the latest technical advances. Join our fast-paced team and enjoy a laid back lifestyle at WJHG/WECP in beautiful Panama City Beach.
Job Summary/Description:
WJHG has a rare news management opening for an Executive Producer. If you are a strong writer who is creative and willing to think out of the box to create award winning shows, then this is the job for you! This person will be a key member of our news management team, in charge of training, mentoring, and shaping our producers to build daily newscasts in a competitive but fun work environment. This is a great entry level management job for a producer looking to take the next steps in an exciting career!
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
– Ability to lead and train news producers to create award winning newscasts.
– Daily supervising content for clarity, fact-checking, and creativity.
– Assist with assignments, guiding reporters on stories and pitching story ideas daily.
– Able to make quick decisions and handle breaking news calmly and as a team leader.
– Must be a team player! Able to take direction from other news managers and be a strong role model to new producers and MMJs.
– Ability to brainstorm new ideas, embrace new technology to improve shows, and have competitive desire to win.
– Must be flexible to fill in for other producers as needed and other duties as assigned by management.
– Able to write for web and social and assist with digital broadcasting needs on a regular basis.
– Will be trained to fill in for News Director or other managers in their absence, meeting station goals and leading a team with positive encouragement.
Qualifications/Requirements:
– Minimum 2-3 years experience as a producer in a broadcast newsroom.
– Strong copy editing skills.
– Solid understanding of AP style writing.
– Must have sound ethical news judgment.
– Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field.
– Proven leadership ability.
– Strong technical skills, experience with ENPS a plus.
– Non-linear editing skills, and prior experience creating and posting scripts to web and social platforms.
Qualified, interested applicants may go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopening, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on “apply now”, upload your resume, cover letter and references
Additional 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, and 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.
As a condition of employment, Gray Television will require that newly hired employees, whether part-time or full-time, be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus by the first workday to the extent permitted by applicable law unless you qualify for a medical or religious accommodation.
Qualifications
Experience
Preferred
2-3 years: experience as a producer in a broadcast newsroom.