Executive Producer

This is a Full Time Job

The Fox Business Network is looking for an Executive Producer to oversee multiple hours of a show within the market day. As the Executive Producer, you will work hand in hand with the host, the show team and management to facilitate a successful production and create a positive work environment for the entire team.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Serve as the editorial point person throughout the build of the show, up into the Control Room until the end of the show
• Frame compelling storylines and pick the best sound and elements for each segment top to bottom
• Copy edit scripts throughout the entire broadcast including changing them throughout the live broadcast if necessary
• Work directly with the host regarding show content
• Help coordinate special projects, look ahead guest segment ideas
• Manage and mentor staff and monitor staff development
• Conduct annual reviews
• Oversee staff calendar/backup roles
• Provide staff with daily rating analysis
• Communicate with management about rundown/guest issues/staff issues
• Coordinate with media relations on stories, big guests, big events

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• 8+ years show producing at a local station or news network
• 2+ years as a senior producer in a professional live news environment
• Ability to execute live segments, breaking news
• Ability to work all hours and days as breaking news requires
• Ability to travel with the host to road shows when required
• Possess technical skills, strategic thinking/decision making, and be a team player
• Ability to copy edit scripts for air

NICE TO HAVES
• Candidate should be able to deal with daily script deadline pressure
• Able to react to breaking news with instant programming ideas
• Exceptional editorial skills; ability to recognize stories with high potential for provocative, compelling television
• Knowledge of current events, politics, and pop culture