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TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news. About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.
WTIC FOX61
is looking for a dynamic
Sports Executive Producer
to redefine how local sports are covered. The days of just producing sports highlights and stats are over. This is about sports journalism... telling the stories of athletes, coaches, fans and parents. The perfect candidate will possess TV and Sports leadership experience, a commitment to success, and a desire to mentor and offer regular feedback to the team. Our team strives for growth, and we seek a leader who shares this ambition. As the Sports Executive Producer, you will work closely with our Sports MSJs to create captivating shows for both TV and FOX61 + streaming, and explore new methods of presenting audience-focused sports content that aligns with the needs of our community.
Responsibilities
Collaborate and execute long-term sports strategy Work with team to focus on Sports journalism Focus on sports storytelling and developing various sports streaming shows Train, develop, and coach the sports team with a focus on mentoring content creators across all platforms Oversee the on-air execution and provide coaching and showcasing techniques Review, approve scripts, and provide writing/copy editing to ensure accuracy and quality Participate in coordinating all aspects of coverage, from enterprise story production and specials Ensure the sports coverage meets our brand, policies, values, and FCC rules Help news coverage as needed, especially during breaking news Work with newsroom management to establish goals and further develop our local brand
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field Prior industry experience as a sports producer and as a newsroom leader Track record of quality sports journalism, high integrity, and ethical decision-making Passion for growing sports journalists and fostering a creative, positive, and collaborative newsroom Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news, and changing events Strong organization, planning skills and the ability to work under constant time-sensitive deadlines Knowledge of AP ENPS, Edius, photojournalism, video editing, and content management systems a plus
Benefits
TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.
Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA’s 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.
Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.
TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.
Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.
EEO Statement
TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email askhr@tegna.com
Recruiting Fraud Alert
To all candidates: your personal information and online safety are important to us. Only TEGNA Recruiters or Hiring Managers will reach out to you regarding consideration of your application or background. Communications with TEGNA employees will either come from a TEGNA email address with a domain of tegna.com or one of our affiliate station domains.
Recruiters or Hiring Managers will never request payments, ask for financial account information or sensitive information such as social security numbers.
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Sports Executive Producer
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TEGNA 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Sports Executive Producer
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TEGNA Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. About TEGNA
Check below to see if you have what is needed for this opportunity, and if so, make an application asap.
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news. About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.
WTIC FOX61
is looking for a dynamic
Sports Executive Producer
to redefine how local sports are covered. The days of just producing sports highlights and stats are over. This is about sports journalism... telling the stories of athletes, coaches, fans and parents. The perfect candidate will possess TV and Sports leadership experience, a commitment to success, and a desire to mentor and offer regular feedback to the team. Our team strives for growth, and we seek a leader who shares this ambition. As the Sports Executive Producer, you will work closely with our Sports MSJs to create captivating shows for both TV and FOX61 + streaming, and explore new methods of presenting audience-focused sports content that aligns with the needs of our community.
Responsibilities
Collaborate and execute long-term sports strategy Work with team to focus on Sports journalism Focus on sports storytelling and developing various sports streaming shows Train, develop, and coach the sports team with a focus on mentoring content creators across all platforms Oversee the on-air execution and provide coaching and showcasing techniques Review, approve scripts, and provide writing/copy editing to ensure accuracy and quality Participate in coordinating all aspects of coverage, from enterprise story production and specials Ensure the sports coverage meets our brand, policies, values, and FCC rules Help news coverage as needed, especially during breaking news Work with newsroom management to establish goals and further develop our local brand
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field Prior industry experience as a sports producer and as a newsroom leader Track record of quality sports journalism, high integrity, and ethical decision-making Passion for growing sports journalists and fostering a creative, positive, and collaborative newsroom Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news, and changing events Strong organization, planning skills and the ability to work under constant time-sensitive deadlines Knowledge of AP ENPS, Edius, photojournalism, video editing, and content management systems a plus
Benefits
TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.
Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA’s 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.
Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.
TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.
Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.
EEO Statement
TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email askhr@tegna.com
Recruiting Fraud Alert
To all candidates: your personal information and online safety are important to us. Only TEGNA Recruiters or Hiring Managers will reach out to you regarding consideration of your application or background. Communications with TEGNA employees will either come from a TEGNA email address with a domain of tegna.com or one of our affiliate station domains.
Recruiters or Hiring Managers will never request payments, ask for financial account information or sensitive information such as social security numbers.
Privacy Notice for California Residents
SMS Messaging Privacy PolicySeniority level
Seniority levelMid-Senior level Employment type
Employment typeFull-time Job function
Job functionMarketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing IndustriesBroadcast Media Production and Distribution Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at TEGNA by 2x Get notified about new Sports Producer jobs in
Hartford, CT . Creative Services Producer, NBC Connecticut We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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