KTBS

KTBS 3 is a locally owned media company based in Shreveport, LA. We serve an audience that reaches four states: Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. We are looking for an experienced and creative Executive Producer to lead our staff of producers and content creators.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 5 years of newscast producing experience required
• College degree in journalism or equivalent required
• Must be willing to work in Shreveport/Bossier, LA
• Must be able to work early mornings, late evenings and weekends as needed, at times with last-minute notification.
• Strong organization, planning skills and the ability to work under time-sensitive deadlines
• Detail oriented
• Excellent verbal, written, and analytical skills

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate and execute long-term newsroom strategy
• Train, develop, and coach newsroom team
• Oversee on-air execution; provide and teach showcasing techniques
• Review and approve scripts, and provide writing/copy editing to rundowns to ensure accuracy and quality
• Participate in coordinating all aspects of coverage, from breaking news to enterprise story production and specials
• Ensure news coverage meets our brand, policies, values, and FCC rules
• Direct newsroom operations and manage schedules
• Produce newscasts when necessary
• Work with newsroom management to establish goals and further develop our local brand

Equal Opportunity Employer

KTBS