Executive Producer

Date Posted	September 18, 2026
Industry	Television
Specialty	Local News
Job Status	Full-time
Salary	Not Specified

Description:

Executive Producer News

21 News WFMJ is looking for a dedicated executive producer.  This position will oversee the production and news content of all newscasts.  This position will help to grow newscasts as it relates to production and how the newscasts look and how they flow.  This is NOT a technical position.  It does not include shooting or editing video.  The EP will work with the core management team on a daily basis to put production into the individual news stories and into the newscasts themselves as well as contributing to news content.  It is a “storytelling” position--how best to execute our product so people are engaged in it.  21 News is known as the “Watchdog Station.”  We are not afraid to tackle the complicated issues and this is a position for someone who is up to the challenge of keeping viewers engaged in them.   Besides the daily operations, the EP will also help to coordinate news coverage for special events and oversee branded content.  This is someone who has some newsroom experience and is creative and organized.  WFMJ is locally owned and has consistently provided the best local news coverage to the Mahoning and Shenango Valleys for decades.   WFMJ offers highly competitive pay and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and paid vacation. If you are serious about pursuing a career in journalism, don't miss this opportunity to join a great organization. Send resume, cover email, and references to Sheila Miller, News Director, sheila@wfmj.com EOE.