Senior Producer

Job Description

SUMMARY: Reporting to the News Director, the Senior Producer is responsible for the news content of NJ PBS on all platforms, including broadcast programs, digital content, live streaming, and live coverage. This position plans and executes the daily news broadcasts that air on NJ PBS, including a weeknight evening newscast, a weekday news interview talk show, and any special broadcast coverage of planned events or breaking news. This position also oversees the planning and editorial direction of content on digital platforms and live streaming channels.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build and manage the daily rundown for all video-based news programs
• Time scripts and segments to appropriate length depending on platform
• Coordinate with the assignment desk, reporters, anchors, and technical staff
• Write and edit scripts and promos for daily programs
• Supervise production crew during broadcast newscasts
• Assist in the development of future NJ PBS live streaming channels
• Track story progress and deadlines
• Adapt coverage plans in response to breaking news
• Review reporter packages and edited content
• Work with the Producer, Digital Content
• Supervise the Producer, Digital Content; the V-Mix Operator; and the Graphics Producer and Editor
• Adhere to NJ PBS editorial standards and public media ethics guidelines

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, broadcasting or related field. Minimum of four years of experience in broadcast news production. Demonstrated experience in digital news content production. Proficiency with newsroom management systems and broadcast production tools. Ability to work under deadline pressure. Strong background in journalism.

PREFERRED: Experience at a news media organization or PBS-affiliated station. Familiarity with the New Jersey news landscape. Experience with digital-first and multiplatform newscast workflows. Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.