WTVC has an immediate opening for an Executive Producer to oversee lifestyle content for the program This n That. The ideal candidate will produce daily lifestyle content and oversee production of the program, social media content and special programming. You will work closely with the show host, sales, clients and other lifestyle members.
Some additional responsibilities of our Executive Producer will include:
- Oversee daily lifestyle program including daily booking and social media posting to ensure we are serving our local advertisers and community partners.
- Manage daily show production including writing, shooting & editing content, graphic support, and social media postings.
- Collaborate with other lifestyle team members and station managers to create content for broadcast and social engagement.
- Planning and overseeing long term show planning including special event programming, on-location production and events.
- Collaborating with the sales team to create client driven content for broadcast and social platforms.
- Other responsibilities as direct by department head.
- Must be willing to travel outside the Chattanooga DMA.
Must have and maintain a valid license and a good driving record.
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 manage daily, weekly and monthly bookings for sales and the community guests
- Ability to identify problems and provide solutions
- Extraordinary people skills with an emphasis on coaching and motivating
- Strong understanding of how to drive digital traffic and engaging digital posts
- Minimum of 5 (years exp) producing in a television environment or equivalent
- A college degree in Journalism or a related field is preferred
- Adobe Creative Cloud Experience (Premiere/Photoshop/Encore)
- Strong writing skills and a proven track record for getting results on initiatives
EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
About UsSinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.About the TeamThe life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.
Skills Required
- At least five years of television production experience or equivalent
- Valid driver's license and good driving record
- Willingness to travel outside the Chattanooga DMA
- Proven ability to create compelling stories across multiple platforms
- Ability to manage daily, weekly, and monthly bookings
- Problem-solving ability
- Strong interpersonal, coaching, and motivating skills
- Understanding of digital traffic generation and engaging digital posts
- Adobe Creative Cloud experience, including Premiere, Photoshop, and Encore
- Strong writing skills and a proven record of achieving results
- College degree in Journalism or a related field
What We Do
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is one of the largest and most diversified television broadcasting companies in the country. Sinclair owns and operates, programs or provides sales services to more television stations than anyone and has affiliations with all the major networks. In addition, Sinclair is the leading local news provider in the country, as well as a producer of sports content. Sinclair owns a multicast network, four radio stations and a cable network. Sinclair’s broadcast content is delivered via multiple-platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and digital platforms. Sinclair, either directly or through its venture subsidiaries, makes equity investments in strategic companies. Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. was founded in 1986, went public in 1995 and is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the ticker symbol SBGI. Throughout our history, Sinclair Broadcast Group has been at the forefront of industry-changing events and technological advances. Our vision and first-to-market mentality drives our ‘next generation’ thinking; stimulating conversations, innovating through our expertise, and advocating for the development of technology and evolving business models. As a leading over-the-air broadcast television company, our primary business is to engage consumers on multiple platforms with relevant and compelling news, entertainment and sports content, and to provide advertisers and business efficient means and value to connect with our mass audiences. We recognize the vital role broadcast television plays in branding and local content delivery, and therefore strive to constantly be at the forefront of leading edge technology and structures to advance the industry.
