Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 34187

Job Closing Date: 7 December 2025

Washington, USA, 20036

JOB DETAILS

JOB BAND: E

CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent, Full-time. At-will

DEPARTMENT: BBC News

LOCATION: Washington, DC

PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: $160,000-$200,000 depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.

This is a local hire position and eligible candidates must be able to live and work in the US (US citizenship, Green Card or work authorisation).

Closing date: 23:59 EST, 7 December 2025

Interviews will likely to be week of 5th January, 2026

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

As Executive Producer (News Editor), you’ll lead the BBC News channel’s Washington DC team in delivering compelling live and breaking news coverage. You’ll oversee a talented group of Assistant Editors, Senior Journalists, Journalists and Presenters, producing several hours of output daily—primarily in the evenings. This role is pivotal in growing our North American audience and redefining how digital and linear news intersect. We seek a seasoned journalist with strong leadership skills and deep expertise in U.S. politics.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM
BBC News reaches 115 million people globally and operates one of the world’s most watched 24-hour news channels, delivering breaking news and impartial analysis to audiences in the UK and worldwide. With significant growth in North America—now reaching 35.6 million weekly viewers—this is an exciting time to join our expanding team. Based in Washington DC, you’ll be part of a dynamic newsroom covering major global events and shaping the future of international news broadcasting.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT:

Lead editorial and creative decision-making for live and breaking news coverage, ensuring journalistic integrity and quality under pressure.
Champion visual storytelling across broadcast and digital platforms, emphasizing transparency and authenticity in all reporting.
Oversee the Washington DC team, setting clear performance expectations, fostering team spirit, and addressing issues with fairness and respect.
Coordinate with global BBC News resources to deliver comprehensive coverage of major international events.
Guide the development of output across social media and digital platforms, aligning with audience growth strategies.
Collaborate with other senior leaders in the bureau to support the “Follow The Sun” strategy for continuous global news coverage.
Model inclusive leadership and uphold BBC Values, inspiring a motivated and respectful newsroom culture.

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

Proven broadcast journalism experience with strong editorial judgment, writing, and production skills across UK, US, and international news.
Demonstrated ability to lead live and breaking news coverage under pressure, making swift, sound editorial decisions.
Deep understanding of newsgathering and production technologies, including digital reporting and innovative storytelling tools.
Effective leadership experience managing diverse teams, fostering collaboration, and supporting professional development.
Commitment to BBC Values, with a focus on inclusivity, flexibility, and maintaining high standards in a fast-paced environment.

If you can bring some of these skills and experience, along with transferable strengths, we’d love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.

Disclaimer

This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.

Please note: If you were to be offered this role, the BBC will conduct Employment screening checks which include Reference checks; Eligibility to work checks; and if applicable to the role, Safeguarding and Adverse media/Social media checks. Any offer made is conditional on these checks being satisfactory.

For any general queries, please contact: bbchr@bbc.co.uk

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