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Thefp

Showrunner / Executive Producer

Thefp, Long Island City, New York, United States, 11101


The Free Press is looking for an experienced New York-based Showrunner / Executive Producer to quickly develop, launch and run a fast-turn round-table news show and related content.

Be one of the first applicants, read the complete overview of the role below, then send your application for consideration.The candidate must be steeped in the news cycle, have years of experience as a senior producer or showrunner for a current affairs or news show, and lots of experience booking high-profile interviews.They must be comfortable working from “big picture” creative development and major editorial decisions to “in the weeds” - research, talent, and day-to-day production.Will report to the Head of Audio and Video.Responsibilities

Quickly develop, staff-up, launch, and scale a complex, fast-turn news discussion show that is as compelling in an audio-only podcast format as on video.Run the show on an ongoing basis, including the booking of high profile guests—including from within their own deeply sourced professional network.Qualifications

A proven track record of booking high-profile guests to tight deadlines under the pressure of changing national and international events.Minimum five years’ experience in audio or video news production and development.Proven experience running a politics/current affairs-focused news show on audio or video.A network of contacts in journalism and politics.An embrace of a scrappy start-up environment with a willingness to jump in wherever needed to help the team succeed.Compensation

Salary range: 140K-200K pro rated.Final offers for this job will be made within the parameters of this range, taking experience into account.This job is offered as a fixed-term contract, with potential for a full-time role including a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans and long-term incentive & bonus programs.

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