Job Opening: Executive Producer at CNY Central

SYRACUSE — CNY Central is looking for a new Executive Producer for its morning newscasts on NBC3 (WSTM) and CBS5 (WKOF 15.1). Here’s the job posting we received from Sinclair Broadcast Group:

Position/Title: Executive Producer

Details: The Executive Producer will oversee news content for overall fairness, balance and accuracy.

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Date Posted: 10/22/2026

Closing Date: 12/21/2026

City: Syracuse

State: New York

Requirements: WSTM/WSTQ/WTVH has an immediate opening for a Morning News Executive Producer to oversee news content for overall fairness, balance and accuracy. The ideal candidate will produce daily newscasts and oversee production of newscasts and special programming. You will work closely with producers and reporters on daily selection and coverage. As a newsroom leader, the expectation is that the Executive Producer will lead by example.  Some additional responsibilities of our Morning News Executive Producer will include Oversee daily newscasts to ensure we are serving our local communities by sharing relevant information to alert, protect and empower our audiences Supervise producers and reporters, as well as, review scripts and provide feedback to encourage powerful storytelling Manage news room and handle breaking news situations to empower and grow our audiences Collaborate with News Directors and other station managers to create special segments Planning and overseeing continuity into upcoming newscasts  What skills do you need to be successful in our role? Proven track record of creating compelling and engaging stories across multiple platforms Ability to preform well under pressure, experience managing breaking news and meeting strict deadlines Ability to identity problems and provide solutions A strong commitment to journalistic standards and ethics Extraordinary people skills with an emphasis on coaching and motivating Strong understanding of how to drive digital traffic Minimum of 3-to-5 years of experience producing in a television news environment or equivalent A college degree in Journalism or a related field is preferred Strong writing skills and a proven track record for getting results on initiatives  The base salary compensation range for this role is $50,000 to $60,000. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates’ relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, sick leave, vacation time, personal time, parental leave and employee stock purchase plan.  EEO AND INCLUSIVITY: Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Contact: Sinclair Broadcast Group

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No word from Sinclair about who, if anyone, left the position or whether this is a new position.

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