Prime Time Producer

GB News is a bold and dynamic 24/7 news broadcaster, dedicated to providing balanced reporting, in-depth analysis, and fearless debate. Our prime time schedule showcases some of the most engaging personalities in British media and delivers compelling content to a nationwide audience.

The successful candidate will play a central role in shaping content, generating ideas, scripting, managing live output, and ensuring the smooth delivery of high-quality broadcasts across some of our most high-profile shows.

Key Responsibilities:

• Content Creation & Planning
• Generate original and topical ideas for daily segments, debates, and interviews.
• Develop running orders and scripts aligned with editorial priorities and audience engagement goals
• Book high-profile guests, manage contributor relationships, and brief talent ahead of airtime.
• Live Show Production
• Take control of the gallery during live broadcasts, managing timing, cues, and breaking news integration
• Collaborate with on-air talent, directors, and studio crew to deliver smooth and impactful broadcasts.
• Respond to breaking news and live developments with speed and editorial judgment.
• Editorial Leadership
• Uphold GB News’ editorial standards and ensure balance, accuracy, and compliance across all segments
• Work closely with the Editor and show hosts to shape the editorial tone and direction.
• Monitor output and audience feedback to continuously improve performance.
• Team Collaboration
• Coordinate across production, graphics, digital, and technical teams to deliver cohesive shows
• Mentor and support junior team members
• Contribute to post-show debriefs and forward planning meetings.

Requirements:

• Proven experience producing live television news or current affairs shows, preferably in a prime time or high-pressure environment
• Strong editorial instincts with a keen sense of what makes engaging and balanced television
• Excellent scripting, communication, and editorial writing skills
• Calm and decisive under pressure, especially in live broadcast settings
• A proactive and collaborative team player with strong organisational skills
• Flexibility to work evenings and occasional weekends in line with the prime time schedule.