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Form of workAbout Gray Television:
Gray Television 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 WNDU:
WNDU is the “This is Home” station in Michiana and we live that brand every day. Our station fosters a positive, team-oriented culture that we cherish. We are located on the beautiful campus of The University of Notre Dame. WNDU is in an ideal location, close to Chicago and Indianapolis and just 30 minutes from Lake Michigan. The South Bend area is a thriving destination for first-rate education, sports, arts, and entertainment. Joining the WNDU team is an opportunity to grow your career by working in a positive and energetic environment. As the market leader and South Bend Indiana’s NBC, Antenna TV affiliate, and Circle TV. WNDU serves more than 286,000 households.
Job Summary/Description:
WNDU-TV, the NBC affiliate in South Bend, is seeking a morning show Executive Producer/Producer to oversee a talented team of journalists dedicated to producing the best product in the market. This position requires the EP to produce one hour of a two-hour block and oversee the production of both hours, supervising a second producer, live shot reporter and the anchors. The perfect candidate will possess prior TV management experience, a commitment to excellence and a desire to train and mentor less experienced team members. The Executive Producer will report directly to the Assistant News Director.
Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
• Manage and produce the morning news block, supervising a second producer
• Work closely with the Assistant News Director on creating unique shows with strong showcasing
• Review and approve scripts and rundowns to ensure accuracy and quality
• With the Assistant News Director, assist in scheduling assigned direct reports
• Work collaboratively with other managers and perform task as assigned by the News Director
Qualifications/Requirements:
• At least 2 to 4 years of newsroom leadership experience
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including holidays, mornings, evenings, and weekends on occasions as news warrants
• Experience successfully leading teams
• Knowledge of AP, ENPS, and Edius
• Organizational skills and the ability to work under constant-time-sensitive deadlines
• Bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism, communication, or related field a plus
• Travel: Rarely, less than 10%
• Work environment: Office, normally performed in a typical interior/office setting
• Physical Demands: Sedentary work, involves sitting most of the time; some lifting, bending and standing, etc.
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)
WNDU-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Television 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 Television 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 Television 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 Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior to or by the first workday.
