Job Description

NBC Connecticut is looking for an Executive Producer to oversee all elements of news programs and daily OTT newscast, as well as help inspire and coach a talented, enthusiastic staff.

The ideal candidate is a dynamic collaborator with a passion for impactful storytelling, a sharp editorial eye, and a deep understanding of how audiences engage with news in today’s rapidly evolving media landscape.

This position works to coordinate content on all NBC CT platforms and reports directly to the Assistant News Director.

Essential Functions:

• Lead the editorial vision and execution of daily newscasts and digital content in line with our Director of Multiplatform Specials, ensuring compelling, accurate and audience-first storytelling.
• Oversee live broadcast and streaming news productions, integrating breaking news, enterprise reporting, and innovative elements.
• Assist VP of News, Assistant News Director and Managing Editor in managing the day-to-day news operation.
• Participate in daily planning meetings.
• Contribute ideas for news programming based on the NBC Connecticut News Strategy.
• Oversee show production.
• Share responsibility for determining the composition and flow of all newscasts, selecting video, writing, and copy-editing stories.
• Collaborate closely with producers, anchors, reporters, editors, digital team, and technical crews to make certain program elements abide by NBC Owned Stations News Guidelines as well as the NBC Connecticut News Strategy.
• Work with Assistant News Director to ensure training and coaching is provided for Producers.
• Schedule and maintain regular feedback sessions with direct reports to work on writing, showcasing, and other elements.
• Motivate staff through effective implementation of NBC’s performance management process.
• Facilitate the orientation of new employees.
• Implement NBC Connecticut news standards and ensure adhered to while producing news programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
• At least 3 years of related work experience including direct responsibility for producing a news program and preparing rundowns.

Eligibility Requirements :

• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered.
• Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and overnights.
• Must have the ability to work any of a 24 x 7 shift.
• Must be willing to work at the station in West Hartford, CT.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
• Required On Site: **** This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

Desired Qualifications:

• Proficient in Galaxy platform
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Strong people skills
• Team player
• Has the ability to seek simple solutions to complex problems.
• Experience delegating, assigning, setting objectives, providing positive feedback, and taking corrective action, if necessary.
• Prior experience supervising producers and other news personnel.
• Demonstrates the ability to manage a staff effectively while under extreme pressure and the ability to react quickly to breaking news situations.
• Skilled in utilizing internal and external resources to accomplish goals.
• Ability to quickly understand and size up opportunity and/or problems and respond with creative ideas and solutions.
• Experience reviewing reporters’ scripts
• Has the ability to conduct performance appraisals
• Skilled in delivering feedback to develop the team.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and successfully manage multiple assignments concurrently.

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.