Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc

Executive Producer

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc • $70K — $95K *
Cincinnati, OH 45238In-Person
Media
Less than 5 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in television news production or equivalent
  • College degree in Journalism or related field preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to produce compelling stories across multiple platforms
  • Proficient in managing high-pressure situations and breaking news
  • Strong leadership skills for coaching and team motivation
  • Solid understanding of digital media strategies to increase engagement
  • Excellent writing skills with a history of producing successful initiatives

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily newscasts promoting fairness and accuracy
  • Supervise and mentor producers and reporters
  • Review scripts and provide constructive feedback
  • Manage newsroom during breaking news to ensure effective communication
  • Collaborate with management to develop special news segments
  • Plan for continuity in upcoming broadcasts

Benefits

  • Opportunity to shape news content for a key audience
  • Leadership role with direct impact on newsroom culture
  • Engagement in community-focused journalism
  • Environment that fosters creativity and collaboration
  • Access to professional development resources for growth
Full Job Description
Job Description

WKRC has an immediate opening for an Executive Producer to oversee news content for our morning show. This person will oversee newscasts for overall fairness, balance and accuracy. The ideal candidate will help produce daily newscasts and oversee production of newscasts and special programming. You will work closely with producers and reporters on daily selection and coverage on all platforms. As a leader, the expectation is that the Executive Producer will lead by example.

Some additional responsibilities of our Executive Producer will include
  • Oversee daily newscasts to ensure we are serving our local communities by sharing relevant information to alert, protect and empower our audiences
  • Supervise producers and reporters, as well as review scripts and provide feedback to encourage powerful storytelling
  • Manage newsroom and handle breaking news situations to empower and grow our audiences
  • Collaborate with News Directors and other station managers to create special segments
  • Planning and overseeing continuity into upcoming newscasts

What skills do you need to be successful in our role?
  • Proven track record of creating compelling and engaging stories across multiple platforms
  • Ability to perform well under pressure, experience managing breaking news and meeting strict deadlines
  • Ability to identity problems and provide solutions
  • A strong commitment to journalistic standards and ethics
  • Extraordinary people skills with an emphasis on coaching and motivating
  • Strong understanding of how to drive digital traffic
  • Minimum of 4 (years exp) producing in a television news environment or equivalent
  • A college degree in Journalism or a related field is preferred
  • Strong writing skills and a proven track record for getting results on initiatives


About Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is a diversified media company and leading provider of local sports and news. The company owns and operates television stations across the United States, providing local news, sports, and other programming. Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. also owns a variety of digital media assets, including websites, mobile apps, and streaming services. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Hunt Valley, Maryland.
Learn more about Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc
Size
11,500 employees
Market Cap
$1 billion
Industry
Media
Net Income
-$2.4 billion
Founded
1986
5 Year Trend
+18.5%
Revenue
$5.9 billion
NASDAQ
SBGI
* Ladders Estimates

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