Gray Television
Gray Television is hiring: EXECUTIVE NEWS PRODUCER - KWCH in Wichita
Gray Television, Wichita, KS, United States, 67219
About Gray Media:
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 KWCH:
KWCH/KSCW is the number-one-rated television station in Wichita, Kansas. Our team of journalists is dedicated to covering the community and making a difference by strong storytelling and excellent journalism.
Job Summary/Description:
KWCH is seeking an experienced Executive Producer to join our team. The ideal candidate will ensure our newscasts stay on brand, observe the highest journalistic standards, and help make our content memorable. The EP is responsible for the overall look and editorial content of all newscasts. This person may also be responsible for producing special projects and special assignments from time to time. They will assist with online newscasts and may also be required to fill in to "line" produce newscasts.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
•Coordinate newscast content and presentation across multiple platforms
•Supervise, guide, and teach producers, and on-air talent
•Review content for multiple platforms
•Supervise pre-production to ensure quality and ethical standards
•Post content to the station's websites
•Produce online newscasts
•Knowledge and demonstration of editorial judgment, journalistic ethics, and libel laws
•Create tactics and strategies to increase demo performance in key target areas for multiple platforms
Qualifications/Requirements:
•Must have a keen sense of logistics and the ability to work successfully in challenging situations, strong leadership skills, and news judgment.
•3 years experience as a Producer in a larger market or 2 years experience as an Executive Producer in a small size market.
•Newsroom-deadline-driven and fast-paced.
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", upload your resume, cover letter, and references
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
KWCH/KSCW-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.
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 KWCH:
KWCH/KSCW is the number-one-rated television station in Wichita, Kansas. Our team of journalists is dedicated to covering the community and making a difference by strong storytelling and excellent journalism.
Job Summary/Description:
KWCH is seeking an experienced Executive Producer to join our team. The ideal candidate will ensure our newscasts stay on brand, observe the highest journalistic standards, and help make our content memorable. The EP is responsible for the overall look and editorial content of all newscasts. This person may also be responsible for producing special projects and special assignments from time to time. They will assist with online newscasts and may also be required to fill in to "line" produce newscasts.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
•Coordinate newscast content and presentation across multiple platforms
•Supervise, guide, and teach producers, and on-air talent
•Review content for multiple platforms
•Supervise pre-production to ensure quality and ethical standards
•Post content to the station's websites
•Produce online newscasts
•Knowledge and demonstration of editorial judgment, journalistic ethics, and libel laws
•Create tactics and strategies to increase demo performance in key target areas for multiple platforms
Qualifications/Requirements:
•Must have a keen sense of logistics and the ability to work successfully in challenging situations, strong leadership skills, and news judgment.
•3 years experience as a Producer in a larger market or 2 years experience as an Executive Producer in a small size market.
•Newsroom-deadline-driven and fast-paced.
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", upload your resume, cover letter, and references
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
KWCH/KSCW-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.