Executive Producer

Job Description

OVERVIEW:
FOX Television Stations is one of the nation’s largest owned-and-operated network broadcast groups, compromising 29 stations in 18 markets and covering over 37% of U.S. television homes.  This includes seven duopolies in the top 10 markets: New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco, Seattle, Milwaukee, Washington, D.C. and Houston; as well as duopolies in Minneapolis, Phoenix, Orlando and Seattle.

JOB TITLE: Executive Producer
You are an energetic, decisive leader looking for a new opportunity to be challenged and grow your impressive skillset.  You want to work in a collaborative environment where your talent and hard work is recognized, your ideas welcomed, and your skills developed to conquer your career goals.  Sounds like we might be a match!  FOX6 Milwaukee is searching for you to take the helm of our nightside news operation.  As part of the FOX team, you will enjoy generous paid time off (right out of the gate!), tuition reimbursement and development days to nurture your need to grow, full salary replacement for short term disability and parental leave, 401k with matching, robust  employee resources, and what our employees describe as the “BEST” medical benefits.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES:
This isn’t just any role.  You’re the heart of our FOX6 nightside team, boosting the morale and leading the newsroom. This position oversees the creation of show rundowns, participates in story selection and oversees content.   The ideal candidate knows how to showcase the day’s top story, develop story ideas, respond to breaking news, weather, and sports and most importantly oversee a talented group of producers, reporters and anchors.

You will become a member of the FOX6 news management team and will develop and implement strategic goals in concert. The executive producer also ensures reporters and photojournalists in the field meet newsroom standards for fairness, accuracy, ethics and presentation.  The EP is a key player in managing staff accountability. 

Milwaukee’s got stories to tell, and we’re at the forefront.  We are the news and digital leader in the Milwaukee market and are looking for the best and brightest to help continue that tradition!

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law. EOE/M/F/Veteran/Disabled

Job Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:
Four years of newscast producing is required.  Prior newsroom management experience is preferred and a college degree in journalism or related field is a necessity!  Must have 
knowledge and proficiency in newsroom systems.  Must have experience and strong skillset in social media.  Strong oral and written communication skills a must.  Must be knowledgeable of legal and ethical parameters for mass media.  

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