Serves as the critical go-between in NYC for San Francisco-based staff on programming, planning and live news coverage and supports SF-based shows’ technical needs, including feeds, editing, graphics and overall production capabilities
Works with EPs to support and champion show needs and requests for correspondents, guests, editorial & newsgathering content, while empowering the showrunners to make key decisions about their rundowns and coverage plans
Liaises with the Managing Editor, Editorial Director and Booking Director on key editorial decisions as needed to help prepare for the day(s) and week(s) ahead, communicating with EPs, Planning/Desk, Booking, newsgathering
Supports the Managing Editor on any key programming pivots, helps give EPs the tools, notes, and support necessary to build their rundowns and shows
Coordinates with Managing Editor, EPs and Special Events in the planning and execution of live events, special reports and breaking news coverage
Steps in for and manages delegated tasks of the Managing Editor in their absence
Works a flexible schedule and is expected to be reachable/available when on call during weekends and off hours

8+ years of experience producing live segments and taped programming
6+ years of experience working as a show producer in a live control room
5+ years of experience in management with demonstrated success building, developing, and leading teams
The ability to juggle multiple daily and long term editorial priorities and projects while remaining organized and maintaining a professional demeanor
Deep knowledge of news, politics and current affairs
Adequate knowledge and experience in working with editing, graphics and other technical aspects of live TV news production

Editorial Director – Streaming

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