Job Description:

WXMI, The E.W. Scripps Fox affiliate in Grand Rapids, Michigan is looking for an Executive Producer to oversee lifestyle content and production for 'Morning Mix.'

The one-hour program showcases area businesses, events, and people in the community.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Manage local program content that's showcased across multiple platforms.




• Collaborate with editors, producers, sales, assignment desk to select stories for coverage.




• Oversee and edit content, including but not limited to teases, web/social media content.




• Develop and manage effective workflow strategies and procedures for multiple programs.




• Manage pre-production to ensure quality and ethical standards and coordination between control room and design staff.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• BS/BA in related discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience




• Generally, 8+- years of experience in related field preferred




• Generally, 5+ years previous producing experience preferred




• Prior managerial experience preferred

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Knowledge and demonstration of editorial judgment, journalistic ethics and libel laws




• Ability to create tactics and strategies to increase demo performance in key target areas for multiple platforms




• Working knowledge of federal, state and local laws impacting operations




• Flexible work hours may be required, including holidays, weekends and evenings

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