Good Morning New Orleans Executive Producer

WGNO is searching for a solid Executive Producer to lead our Good Morning New Orleans team. We want someone who can handle Breaking News and keep things compelling during downtime. As a key part of our crew, the EP will work closely with producers, directors, reporters, and anchors to deliver great content, live shots, and killer shows.
The Morning Executive Producer will focus on recruiting and training producers. We're not just looking for a manager; we need someone who can coach and lead the team effectively.
The role includes promoting clear writing, collaborating on local stories, and contributing to future projects. We need someone on top of breaking news and weather coverage. If you're ready to bring leadership and innovation, consider joining WGNO and being part of our success!
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages staff to produce news content for 2.5 hour morning show and 11am newscast
• Implement strategies to improve product and ratings
• Helps with decision making of broadcast/digital coverage, content and execution of show, graphics and efficiency of workflow
• Collaborates with other news managers on editorial decisions, coverage ideas and special projects
• Works with reporters, assignment desk, producers to determine story selection, direction, format, graphics, pace and flow of newscast
• Keeps team informed of developments
• Edits rundowns, scripts, and packages
• May fill in as line producer
• Represents and enforces station policy in resolution of situations that may arise
• Regularly provides feedback to staff and managers in formal and informal performance evaluations
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's Degree in Journalism or related field is desired.
• Minimum 3 years experience as TV line producer or Executive Producer

REQUIREMENTS/JOB SKILLS:

• Must be creative, nimble with technology, have thorough knowledge of newsroom workflow and be versatile with producing news content for both broadcast and digital platforms.
• Must demonstrate excellent leadership and motivational skills.
• Must be well-organized and an effective communicator, both oral and written.
• Must be able to manage, mentor, and train producers.
• Must be able to direct the efforts of on-air reporters and anchors.
• Must be able to operate as a team member as well as a team leader.
• Must be able to take suggestions, participate in decision-making, and be flexible in recognizing various points of view.
• Must be willing to participate in station sponsored projects to enhance its image or help the community.
• Must be capable of interacting productively with other employees of the station.