If you are ready to lead an award-winning lifestyle program, produce community-based content on-air and online, manage a team focused on quality storytelling, and help station clients achieve content goals, this is the job for you. WDIV, the Graham Media Group Station in Detroit and number one NBC Affiliate in America is actively seeking an Executive Producer to lead our daily lifestyle program Live In The D. This opportunity is a chance to shape a show that focuses on community-based stories in and around Detroit, and lead a team dedicated to achieving the highest standards of lifestyle programs. If you have a hard work ethic and a teamwork mindset, we are looking for you.
The role
As Executive Producer of Live In The D you will be responsible for our daily lifestyle show that’s focused on community experiences, and integrated sales content. You will be part of the daily production of the show and produce enterprised segments and sponsored segments for air. Building a relationship with our sales department is key to the success of content and station goals. As the leader of the team, you will set the tone for teamwork and collaboration, working together for the show’s success. An ability to manage big picture projects and daily execution simultaneously is key. You will have the responsibility of bringing a positive, collaborative attitude to work, and be ready to invest in and reflect the pillars of our station which are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion, and Innovation.
Responsibilities
- Manage Live In The D team members, and their execution of responsibilities.
- Produce daily segments for Live In The D.
- Work with station clients to produce segments that both meet their content goals and support the integrity of Live In The D.
- Produce the show as needed.
- Write for Live In The D website as needed.
- Shoot and edit video for content as needed.
- Hire interns for the show.
- Work with others across the programming department to offer support as needed.
- Outline year-long plans for Live In The D.
Key Qualifications
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-passed environment where several things happen at once.
- A solid background in line producing and writing.
- In-depth knowledge of segment producing.
- Ability to work well with others and effectively manage others to meet their full potential.
- Maintain a partnership attitude with our sales department to execute revenue goals.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working on a lifestyle program.
- A preferable academic background in broadcast journalism, broadcast news, or a related field.
Interested candidates please submit your cover letter and resume detailing your relevant experience to Jay Kuhlman, Director of Local Programming, at jkuhlman@wdiv.com.
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WDIV is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In addition to complying with the requirements of federal law, WDIV will comply with applicable state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, investigative background check, employment/education verifications and reference checks.