Evening News Intern

News for WGN-TV
Chicago, Illinois

posted on February 11, 2020


job posting:

It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doing! WGN-TV is looking for an aggressive journalist for the position of Executive Producer The successful candidate will be responsible for overall content, production, planning and direction of our 3-hour Evening News broadcast and digital initiatives. The Executive Producer will have direct authority over producers, writers, and reporters for WGN-TV newscasts, online and social media.The Executive Producer will be a creative, imaginative leader, who insures the integrity of WGN content consistent with our professional journalistic standards. The successful candidate must have strong news judgment, work with the assignment desk to plan daily stories and content, and collaborate with the digital team on daily coverage. Other duties include assisting the News Director in strategic decisions, leading and planning special projects, and assisting in the on-going evaluation of personnel and broadcast standards. The position requires at least 5 years of experience as a news broadcast producer or related news experience; the ability to function under extreme deadline pressure; the ability to encourage and nurture the creativity of others; and the capacity to offer constructive help to improve. If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! Nexstar Media Group is America’s largest local television and media company with 197 full power stations (including partner stations) in 115 markets addressing nearly 63% of US television households and a growing digital media operation. Nexstar’s platform delivers exceptional local content and network programming to inform and entertain viewers, while providing premium, scalable local advertising opportunities for advertisers and brands across all screens and devices. Learn more at www.Nexstar.tv. EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled


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