Deputy Executive Producer - Production

Republic Bharat TV is seeking a dynamic, decisive, and highly experienced Deputy Executive Producer (DEP) to oversee end-to-end news production operations and manage PCR (Production Control Room) functioning across live and recorded broadcasts.\n\nThe DEP will be responsible for ensuring seamless execution of bulletins, prime-time shows, breaking news coverage, and special programming while maintaining Republic Bharat’s editorial intensity, speed, and accuracy standards.\n\nThis role demands strong editorial judgment, exceptional leadership skills, technical proficiency in PCR operations, and the ability to take quick decisions under high-pressure live broadcast situations.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\nOversee complete end-to-end news production across shifts, ensuring seamless execution of live bulletins, prime-time shows, breaking news, and special programming.\nManage PCR operations during live and recorded broadcasts, ensuring flawless on-air execution.\nPlan and supervise rundowns in coordination with editorial leadership, aligning output with channel priorities and brand positioning.\nTake real-time editorial and production decisions during live telecasts under high-pressure conditions.\nDrive structured breaking news coverage, coordinating studio, field reporters, and multi-location live feeds.\nEnsure strict quality control over scripts, graphics, tickers, debates, and all on-air visual elements.\nMaintain compliance with editorial policies, legal guidelines, and broadcast standards.\nCoordinate effectively with Directors, Technical Teams, MCR, Graphics, Audio, and Assignment Desk for smooth broadcast flow.\nMentor, and supervise Producers, and production staff, ensuring discipline and accountability.\nHandle last-minute editorial changes, technical disruptions, and crisis situations with decisive solutions.\nImprove PCR workflows and operational efficiency while maintaining broadcast logs and documentation.\nTake full ownership of shift quality, breaking news response time, and overall broadcast excellence.\nBehavioral Expectations:\nAssertive yet collaborative leadership style.\nHigh energy and ownership mindset.\nAbility to work long hours and flexible shifts.\nStrong alignment with Republic Bharat’s impactful news positioning.\nZero tolerance for operational negligence.\nRequired Qualifications:\n7+ years of experience in television news production\nThe candidate must possess strong editorial instincts, in-depth knowledge of PCR functioning and broadcast systems, expertise in rundown management software such as iNews or similar platforms.