Fox Business is looking for a talented Executive Producer to join the team. As the Executive Producer, you are responsible for overseeing content for a three-hour morning cable television news program. You work hand in hand with the host, the show team and management to facilitate a successful production and create a positive work environment for the entire team.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Serve as the editorial point person throughout build of the show up into the Control Room until the end of the show
- Frame compelling story lines and pick the best sound and elements for each segment top to bottom
- Copy edit scripts throughout the entire broadcast including changing them throughout the live broadcast if necessary
- Work directly with host regarding show content
- Help coordinate special projects
- Look ahead at guest segment ideas
- Manage and mentor staff and monitor staff development
- Conduct annual reviews
- Oversee staff calendar/backup roles
- Provide staff with daily ratings analysis
- Communicate with management about rundown/guest issues/staff issues
- Coordinate with media relations on stories, big guests, big events
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
- 8+ years’ experience producing at a local station or News network
- Base knowledge and experience in business News
- 2+ years’ experience as a Senior Producer in a professional live news environment
- Ability to execute live segments including breaking News
- Ability to work all hours and days as breaking News requires
- Ability to travel with the host to road shows when required
- Possess technical skills, strategic thinking/decision making, and be a team player
- Ability to copy edit scripts for air
- Ability to handle daily script deadline pressure
- Ability to react to breaking news with instant programming ideas
- Exceptional editorial skills
- Ability to recognize stories with high potential for provocative, compelling television
- Knowledge of current events, politics and pop culture
To apply, go here.
