Executive Producer, KRIS (Administrative)
Take the helm of South Texas storytelling! KRIS, the E.W. Scripps station in Corpus Christi, is seeking a dynamic Executive Producer who will manage newscasts and local programs with strategic vision and editorial excellence. You'll be the driving force behind the news that matters most to our community, shaping compelling content that resonates across multiple platforms and makes a real impact in the lives of our viewers.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Manage newscasts or local program content and showcasing across multiple platforms
• Collaborate with editors, producers and/or the assignment desk to select stories for coverage
• Oversee and edit the writing of content, including but not limited to teases and web headlines
• 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 new 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
WHERE YOU'LL LIVE, WORK AND PLAY:
Corpus Christi, Texas, offers the perfect blend of coastal living and urban amenities. Known as the "Sparkling City by the Sea," this Gulf Coast gem features miles of pristine beaches, year-round sunshine, and easy access to Padre Island National Seashore. The city boasts attractions like the Texas State Aquarium, USS Lexington Museum, and a vibrant downtown district with world-class fishing just minutes away.
Outdoor enthusiasts will love the endless opportunities for water sports, birding along the Central Flyway, and exploring the Coastal Bend region. With a growing economy anchored by the Port of Corpus Christi and a welcoming community spirit, Corpus Christi offers an exceptional quality of life where work and play seamlessly blend together.
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