Executive Producer – Multimedia (Job #51606709)

Overview

The Executive News Producer (EP), Multimedia is a senior content leader responsible for editorial direction, multiplatform execution, and team supervision of daily newscasts and news programs. Reporting to the News Director, the EP leads producers, oversees rundowns and show pacing, and ensures the production of compelling, accurate, and community-focused content across broadcast, digital, streaming, and social platforms.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Newscast & Editorial Leadership

• Lead the daily editorial process in coordination with the News Director, Managing Editor, and Assignment Desk Manager.
• Supervise producers, MMJs, and newsroom teams to deliver content that is visually dynamic, factually accurate, and audience relevant.
• Review rundowns, scripts, and story treatments across platforms to ensure consistency in tone, structure, and brand voice.
• Serve as a key decision-maker during breaking news and primary event coverage, with a strong command of control room production and on-air timing.

Multiplatform Strategy

• Oversee content planning and delivery for linear, digital, OTT/Streaming (e.g., Mixtape), and social media platforms.
• Collaborate with digital producers and multimedia journalists to adapt broadcast content for mobile, vertical, and on-demand formats.
• Support “show more, say less” storytelling, maximizing ambient sound, raw moments, and visual-first content.
• Incorporate explainers, community voices, and contextual data into storytelling for increased engagement and accessibility.
• Integrate platform-specific elements, such as headlines, hashtags, and interactive features, to appeal to younger, bilingual, and underserved audiences.

Planning & Coordination

• Lead short- and long-term editorial planning, including sweeps calendars and enterprise projects.
• Manage staffing schedules, show assignments, and daily resource planning.
• Collaborate across departments (creative services, sales, community outreach) to promote key stories and events.
• Oversee special coverage, including the Decision, Telemundo Responde investigations, and Community Forums, ensuring alignment with legal and standards teams.

Workflow & Execution

• Streamline daily operations by optimizing rundown flow and multiplatform delivery.
• Ensure efficient collaboration between the assignment desk, producers, anchors, and field crews.
• Serve as a backup producer or assignment editor when needed, demonstrating hands-on leadership.
• Mentor producers and writers on editorial decisions, formatting, and evolving storytelling techniques.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, Communications, or related field.
• Minimum 2–4 years of Executive Producer or senior newsroom leadership experience.
• Strong bilingual fluency (Spanish and English, written and spoken).
• Proven leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• Knowledge of current newsroom technology, non-linear editing, and automation systems (e.g., iNews, Dalet, APC).
• Must be willing to work in-person in the Phoenix, AZ area and travel as needed for special assignments.
• Must be able to work with a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during breaking news.
• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

 Desired Characteristics

• Strong editorial judgment with a focus on accountability, fairness, and impact.
• Deep understanding of audience engagement across platforms, particularly mobile and social.
• Able to manage multiple deadlines and quickly pivot during live broadcasts.
• Creative problem-solver with a passion for local storytelling and community relevance.
• Energetic, proactive, and collaborative, able to lead by example and inspire teams.