Executive Producer Special Projects, WPTV

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West Palm Beach, FL - WPTVtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
JR036153

WPTV, the NBC affiliate in West Palm Beach, Florida, owned by The E.W. Scripps Company, is searching for an Executive Producer of Special Projects. Join our award-winning team in a role designed for creative storytellers with a passion for community connection and innovative content creation. This unique position combines the art of producing compelling multi-platform stories with leading community engagement initiatives, from our Let’s Hear It community events, live weather in the community, and live events to show planning.

You’ll shape our strong brand strategy through community-focused events, collaborate with dynamic journalists, and see your work make a visible impact on-air, online, and, most importantly, in the community. If you thrive in a fast-paced, team-driven environment, have exceptional organizational and storytelling skills, and are ready for a role that is as unique as it is rewarding, this opportunity is your chance to create, connect, and lead in one of Florida’s most vibrant media markets
** WHAT YOU'LL DO:
*** Oversee a team of producers and content creators for station-wide community-focused events.
* Write and edit scripts for multiple platforms.
* Work closely with Multimedia Journalists (MMJs), meteorologists, managers, and content producers as events and stories are produced for multiple platforms.
* Manage and coordinate production related to community engagement events, including scheduling, writing, field producing, and creating promotional and follow-up content.
* Maintain and update calendars for community events and station initiatives, including weekly live weather events.
* Attend and actively participate in daily news planning meetings, leading discussions on upcoming content.
* Lead the conversation on our community connection events in daily editorial meetings.
* Shoot still and moving video; edit desktop video when needed.
* Lead or contribute to special projects, conduct interviews, and develop enterprise stories from assigned beats.
* Work with editors to utilize graphics and other tools to enhance storytelling.
* Periodically represent the station at brand, listening, and watch party events to gather stories and strengthen audience connections.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
** WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
*** BS/BA in related discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience
* Generally, 5+ years of experience in related field preferred
** WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
*** Knowledge and demonstration of creativity, editorial judgment, journalistic ethics, and libel law
* Strong skills in planning and coordinating multi-platform content with a focus on community engagement
* Solid understanding and demonstration of multimedia file formats and strong computer skills
* Working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws impacting operations
* Ability to post content to station websites and digital platforms
* Must be a team player who can adapt quickly to developing situations
* Excellent conversational writing skills, news judgment, organization, and interpersonal abilities
* Flexible work hours may be required, including holidays, weekends, and evenings
* Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company's required insurance limits#LI-SM2#LI-ONSITE# #
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