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the Ladders

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER - LIFESTYLE - KPHO/KTVK

the Ladders, Phoenix, AZ


About Gray Television:

Gray Media 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 KPHO/KTVK:

Home to CBS 5, 3TV and Arizona's Family Sports, Arizona's Family produces more than 100+ hours of local news and programming every week. CBS 5 is Arizona's Most-Watched Television Station, driven by the power of CBS programming and sports, while 3TV is one of the strongest Independent television stations in the country with its highly-rated morning show, Good Morning Arizona. And the reach of Arizona's Family doesn't stop with linear television. Azfamily.com is the market's top performer in local multi-platform unique users. It is also home to Arizona's Family Originals. Our in-house original content production team works on several long-form programs, documentaries, docuseries, and original podcasts, including True Crime Arizona, which is nearing 2 million downloads. Arizona's Family Sports is home to the state's premiere sports franchises including the Arizona Cardinals, Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury, Phoenix Rising and the Arizona Interscholastic Association high school state championships.

Job Summary/Description:

Arizona's Family is looking for an exceptional leader for our live one-hour lifestyle show titled, Your Life Arizona. This Executive Producer role will oversee original enterprise content, live studio interviews, paid segments, and sponsored franchises along with trending and buzzworthy news and pre-produced stories showcasing the very best Arizona has to offer. The ideal candidate must be organized and loves to work with a strong team, exhibits strong editorial judgment, and is willing to do what it takes to get the best stories, client content, guests and ideas to our audience.

Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):

This Executive Producer, will lead the show's editorial process, regularly create and assign compelling enterprise content, develop story ideas, and generate innovative broadcasts daily that use intentional creative strategy to drive ratings and success for our clients' paid segments. They must understand social media and work with the team for daily collaboration for digital and social opportunities to promote and highlight content. The EP will also need to build and source contacts throughout the community and utilize Gray's network of stations to source lifestyle content. The show airs live Monday through Friday (including some holidays) and there is also a taped version airing on Saturdays. The ideal candidate will bring extensive time management and project logistical skills to the team, making sure we stay ahead of deadlines. The candidate will work closely with sales management and account executives on sponsored content, interviews, and client related projects as well. The candidate will work with peers across News, Operations, Sales, and Programming departments and should have excellent communication skills and handle other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:

-Previous management experience preferred, but experience as a producer in news or lifestyle shows or extensive reporting/anchoring experience will be considered.
-Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Broadcasting, Communications or equivalent training/experience is preferred.
-Resume reel is required.
-Experience with producing software such as ENPS or I-News is needed.
-Experience with Non-linear editing systems including Adobe Creative Suite, and experience with video camera, lighting, and audio equipment would be a plus.
-The EP candidate must have excellent communication and organizational skills.

If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", include resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

KPHO/KTVK-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Media 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 Media 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, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Gray Media 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.

Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.