Production Lead

The role

The Production Lead will spearhead the transformation of visual products and serve as the technical lead for news production and operations. This role involves managing technical requirements for special events, directing studio elements, and collaborating with engineering to optimize streaming systems.

What you will do

• Spearhead the transformation of the visual product
• Serve as the technical lead for news production and operations
• Assign tasks related to production and operations
• Plan and oversee technical requirements for special events and breaking news coverage
• Collaborate with engineering to optimize streaming systems
• Develop, implement, and manage standard operating procedures
• Direct camera angles, lighting, and set arrangements
• Foster and lead effective communication between the newsroom and other departments
• Manage continuous, live coverage of breaking news and community events
• Apply data analytics to shape content and boost engagement

Required qualifications

• Strong project management and leadership skills with experience using independent judgement
• Proficiency in news production tools, vMix, audio mixers, studio lighting, teleprompter systems, robotic studio cameras, editing, and graphics systems
• Experience with elections software
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to maintain composure and adaptability during breaking news and high-stakes events
• Commitment to fostering teamwork, collaboration, and innovation
• Quick decision-making skills and attention to detail
• Flexibility to work in a 24/7/365 operation

Nice to have

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a related field
• 5+ years of television broadcast experience

Benefits

• Two medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
• Dental and eye care coverage
• Fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) program with 100% match on the first 4% of pay
• Nine free virtual doctor’s appointments through Teladoc
• 12 free annual therapy sessions through Spring Health
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Nine paid holidays per year

About the company

TEGNA Inc. helps people thrive in their local communities by providing local news and services. WKYC-TV is the TEGNA-owned affiliate in Cleveland, OH.