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KABC Morning Executive Producer

Disney Entertainment

Glendale, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$139,200–$186,600 Per Year
LOCATION
Glendale, CA
POSTED
8 days ago
ABC7 Los Angeles is seeking an Executive Producer to oversee Eyewitness News Mornings. This Monday-Friday overnight/early morning position requires a proven leader with excellent news judgment, strong writing skills, a passion for being first with breaking news and the creativity to produce content that is impactful and relevant. You must be an excellent communicator with strong people skills. This position will work an overnight or very early morning shift and supervise morning news content across all platforms. Demonstrated expertise in digital, social media and streaming is a must. This position will collaborate with the Morning News Senior Producer and Weekend Morning Executive Producer to create and execute coverage strategies and manage staff. Current or previous experience managing a successful morning newscast preferred. Knowledge of Southern California a plus.


This role is considered on-site, which means the employee will work from a Company designated location on an ongoing basis.


Responsibilities:


+ Work overnight shift and lead the way on live breaking news and event coverage. Willing and able to jump into the producer chair to fill-in if needed

+ Must have eye for impact, relevance, and moments that connect with viewers

+ Supervise linear and digital producers, writers and reporters, proofing scripts and providing needed feedback and accountability

+ Encourage producers and writers to use creative production techniques to enhance content

+ Work with assignment desk to proactively plan out morning coverage

+ Manage staffing needs and foster a positive and collaborative workplace attitude

+ Fill in for other EP shifts as needed


Basic Qualifications:


+ Minimum of 7 years of experience in local television news production

+ Demonstrated ability to work under deadline pressure and work in a fast-paced environment

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills

+ Must be flexible with working hours and adaptable to change


Preferred Qualifications:


+ Knowledge of Dalet

+ Management experience in top 20 market


Required Education:


+ Bachelor’s degree


The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $139,200 to $186,600 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job ID: 10142375

Location: Glendale,California

Job Posting Company: ABC Owned TV Stations
The Walt Disney Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

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