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Senior Content Desk Editor

KSTP-TV in Minneapolis St. Paul is seeking a Senior Content Desk Editor.

Qualifications

-Prior experience working in a local television newsroom is desired.

-Exceptional communication and critical thinking skills are required.

-Ability to excel in a high pressure, demanding environment, to meet deadlines. Excellent organization and writing skills including grammar and spelling.

-Excellent verbal skills when speaking with the public and media contacts.

-Advanced knowledge of digital publishing and content management systems, especially WordPress and plug-ins.

-Experience managing content on major social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

-Knowledge of web analytics, including Google Analytics, Chartbeat, etc.

-Supervisory experience with content creators in a collaborative team environment is highly desired.

-College degree in journalism or communications, or equivalent professional experience.

-Must be able to work various schedules including nights, weekends and holidays, as required.

Job Overview

5 Eyewitness News is looking for a Senior Content Editor to join our team of award winning journalists. This is a highly skilled position that requires supervisory multitasking in a fast paced environment. The content desk is the evolution of a traditional newsroom assignment desk and digital content unit. It is the hub for coordinating, writing, and distributing of content across all of our platforms. Those with practical experience in creating and editing digital content under tight deadlines are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

-Actively monitor an array police scanners and social media, websites, public safety scanners, phones and emails for breaking news, significant events, and interesting community stories.

-Being knowledgeable about local, nation and global events. Have a good understanding of government and legal policy and procedure.

-Generate unique, enterprise story ideas. Work with producers and reporters to develop complete stories, find contacts, and track follow ups.

-Write and edit news directly to our online and social platforms from a variety of sources including AP feeds, social media accounts, and live video.

-Utilize a variety of technologies for video capture & edit, file transfer, social communication, live traffic cameras, remote interviews.

-Coordinate the production of specialized digital content, including feature sections and informational graphics.

-Assist in developing new feature design and implementation for station's website and app.

-Assists the Managing Editor in providing leadership to the digital content team, including support for scheduling and training of team members.

-Consult with newsroom management on difficult editorial decisions.

-Able to quickly adapt to other supervisory duties that arise on short notice.

For more details and to apply, click here.

KSTP-TV is an equal opportunity employer.

News Director

WMBD AM/FM and 1470wmbd.com is looking for a News Director for an extremely active newsroom in Peoria, Illinois.

We’re looking for someone who can report, write, and present high quality journalism onmultiple platforms. You’ll manage our news assets -- staff, relationships with other journalism partners, and our on-air and on-line news product.

Prior News management experience is preferred but not mandatory for the right person. Additional Programming and Programming management experience is a big plus.

The person we hire should be organized, a very good story-teller, a self-starter, be naturally inquisitive, able to embrace new technology. You should be comfortable in a breaking-news environment and embrace creating exclusive content. This is a high-profile job at a market-leading, privately owned broadcast group.

We offer a competitive salary and a full benefits package. A valid driver’s license and a good driving record are required for this position. 

Send an mp3 of your best work and your resume to jobs.peoria@mwcradio.com or mail to 331 Fulton Street, 12th Floor, Peoria, IL 61602.

Midwest Communications is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer by choice.

Marketing Intern

KSTP-TV in Minneapolis St. Paul is seeking a Marketing Intern.

Qualifications

  • Must be student enrolled in a degree program at a trade school, college or university which recognizes the internship for a class credit.
  • A self-starter that thrives under the pressure of strict deadline.
  • Excellent research and writing skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
  • A passion for local programming and storytelling is critical.
  • Working knowledge of the internet and strong computer skills are essential.
  • Reliable transportation, valid driver's license and safe driving record as determined by the Company preferred (driving record will be checked).

 

Job Responsibilities

  • Prepping studio daily before Minnesota Live and cleaning up studio after each show
  • Running errands for producers and promotions manager
  • Meet and greet daily guests for Minnesota Live
  • Execute social media campaigns for stations brands as directed by the promotions manager
  • Assist to develop content calendars on a weekly and monthly basis for station brands and initiatives
  • Monitor analytics to identify viable ideas.
  • Create engaging social media content.
  • Assist producers and promotions with other various tasks
  • Opportunities to assist on field shoots and live shots
  • Opportunities to shadow producers and photographers
  • May be asked to assist with promotional show events outside of the building

For more details and to apply, click here.

KSTP-TV is an equal opportunity employer.

 

Production Technician

KSTP-TV in Minneapolis/St. Paul is seeking a Production Technician. 

Qualifications

Qualifications:

  • Basic knowledge and experience with broadcast production equipment, techniques and language; can demonstrate proficiency in use of equipment, techniques and language.
  • Familiarity with television control rooms, audio rooms, studios and news and non-news productions. Previous experience preferred.
  • Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • Must be flexible and able to deal with unexpected changes calmly.
  • Follows directions well.
  • Ability to work alternate hours and schedules including early mornings, evenings and weekends.
  • Physical requirements
    • Ability to communicate information and ideas in English both verbally and in writing so that others will understand.
    • Ability to listen and understand information and ideas presented in English through spoken and written words.
    • Must be able to work in areas and conditions that can be noisy, has many distractions, and on occasion in extreme weather conditions (heat and cold).
    • Must also be able to work quietly during live broadcasts and tapings.
    • Must have manual dexterity to operate camera and studio equipment.
    • Must be able to move quickly at times throughout the building and on location.
    • Stands and sits for long periods of time.
    • Pushes and pulls equipment on a regular basis.
    • Work under tight deadlines and in pressure situations.
    • Must be able to lift, carry, climb a ladder, and move with up to 20 lbs.

The Company will make reasonable physical accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job functions.

Job Overview

This position is responsible for studio production, audio and technical directing of live and pre-recorded television shows and promos.

Job Responsibilities

Studio

  • Operate television camera, teleprompter, and audio equipment at a satisfactory level and with confidence during live and taped shows.
  • Respond to all cues given over headset and in person during shows. Must react quickly and efficiently to cues and other directions.  Act as a critical communication link between director and talent.  Reports any concerns.
  • Take care of all aspects of studio maintenance, which includes cleaning, repair, set up, tear down and storage of studio and related items; routine inspection, monitoring performance and basic trouble shooting of equipment. Maintain studio lighting and other studio supplies. Follow proper protocol for notifying other personnel when items are needed or there are problems or failures. Studio Cleanliness includes Studio A, Studio C, Twin Cities Live studio, the production area and storage areas.
  • On a daily basis provides assistance to and provides input about the show.
  • Complete knowledge of the lighting systems in all studios

Audio

  • Under the direction of the director, correctly/accurately switch all audio going through the audio booth. Work ahead to insure that all elements needed during your shift are ready to go.
  • Control the quality of the audio going through the audio booth. Insure that all elements of the audio are at the proper level. Insure that the balance between microphones, music, and videotape sources are mixed and at a proper relationship with each other.
  • Ready at the audio position during assigned shift to handle any audio needs, especially during times of breaking news.
  • Help with coverage of special events and with the coverage of audio during vacations and other times when no audio operator is available.
  • Insure that all paperwork is filled out properly. Accurately complete the logging of all musical elements to insure proper credits under the music license rules. Complete any logs, scripts or other paperwork that is required.

Technical Directing

  • Technical direct a creative and technically clean productions within format guidelines.
  • Protect the integrity of the format.
  • Make suggestions for improvement.
  • Be responsible for all elements of a show. Set a positive attitude and example. Solve problems at the source. Challenge employees to improve. Respond appropriately to others.

Other

  • Assist with training or assistance to new staff members.
  • Work as a team player. Set a positive attitude and example. Foster a spirit of cooperation and helpfulness with news and other departments. Develop professional relationships with employees of other departments.
  • Have a high knowledge of operation of current equipment. Advise Director of Operations and Operations Manager on equipment needs or problems. Bring to the attention of engineering management any ideas that would improve the product we are putting on the air.
  • Seek out ways to become more knowledgeable about new technologies in our business.
  • Maintain current equipment. Communicate with the maintenance staff any technical problems with the equipment. Actively seek solutions to problems with station personnel, equipment and procedures.
  • Reports to work on time and works established schedule/hours.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Complete other duties as assigned

For more details and to apply, click here.

KSTP-TV is an equal opportunity employer.

Assistant News Director

KAAL-TV in Rochester, MN is seeking an Assistant News Director.

Qualifications

  • College degree in broadcast journalism or comparable experience.
  • Minimum 4 years' experience working in a newsroom.
  • Minimum of 2 years of producing experience.
  • Must be articulate; possess excellent written and verbal communication skills; and ability to get along with and motivate a broad range of personalities.
  • General knowledge of television production techniques.
  • Ability to understand and support the station's overall objectives and philosophies.
  • Demonstrated ability to take initiative, manage projects from start to finish, and meet deadlines without direct supervision.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure, prioritize, organize, and meet short deadlines.
  • Ability to work evenings, early mornings and weekends.
  • Quick and clear thinking required.
  • Good listening skills.
  • Work Environment: Works in a professional, collaborative team environment. Newsroom is often noisy and has many distractions. Pace changes quickly. Stress can be high. Works in confined space in a control room.
  • Physical Requirements: Must have manual dexterity to operate a computer and other equipment. Communicate in English both verbally and in writing. Read, hear and speak clearly. Good vision to view video. Prepare and present information including business correspondence and proposals. May drive own vehicle for business. Think critically, analytically, and tactically and articulate information that may be complex in clear, concise manner to others. Quick and clear thinking required. Must be able to move quickly at times to respond to tight deadlines. Stress can be high. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. The Company will make reasonable accommodations to facilitate an incumbent's ability to perform the essential job functions.

Job Overview

Helps direct and manage overall efforts of the news department.

Job Responsibilities

  • Implements and accomplishes goals set with and by the News Director.
  • Works with News Director to plan short- and long-term strategies to address content, personnel, and equipment needs with the goal of improving quality and ratings. Manages the workflow of projects and addresses all challenges to keep both short term and long term projects moving ahead to completion while meeting all deadlines.
  • Reviews newscast and stories on a regular basis. Provides feedback to staff. Offers suggestions and makes changes as necessary.
  • Works effectively with a wide range of people. Collaborates with personnel in all station departments.
  • Develops a strong News Department staff through training, evaluation, and daily contact with employees. Helps recruit, interview, and select new employees for the News Department.
  • Identifies, analyzes, and trouble shoots problems or issues in the News Department.
  • Is knowledgeable of local, national and world events. Has a handle on what is going on in the community. Looks for ways to include community relevant stories into news.
  • Communicates to News Department staff on how objectives, goals, and action plans affect them.
  • Demonstrates, maintains, and insists on professional, ethical behavior by News Department staff.
  • Reports to work for regularly scheduled shifts; may work evenings, early mornings, and weekends as needed.
  • Performs any other duties as requested by the News Director.
  • Produce assigned newscasts by the following: A. Develops and executes story & show segments: Generates, researches, produces, organizes, writes, and edits compelling and creative content for stories and segments. Makes decisions about stories to be included, who should cover, how long they should be, the form of the story (i.e. voice over, live remote, reporter package, etc.) and in what order they should run. B. Makes sure all aspects of the newscast are complete before the newscast runs. Writes and rewrites stories as needed. Plans for contingencies. Has important aspects included such as necessary script times, graphic information, video lists, and key information. C. Manage on-air content: Writes intros, outros, story outlines, and show & segment promos; works with editor to find, generate and manage video; oversees the overall show content including accuracy.
  • Ability to make managerial decisions when News Director is unavailable. Routinely exercises independent judgment and decision in carrying out job functions. Acts as point person and decision maker for shows.

For more details and to apply, click here.

KAAL-TV is an equal opportunity employer.

Sports Anchor/MMJ

KTTC-TV in Rochester, MN is seeking a Sports Anchor/MMJ.

Job Summary/Decription

KTTC in Rochester, Minnesota, is looking for a true sports journalist to join our award-winning team and share stories of athletes from southeast Minnesota and northeast Iowa. For 70 years, KTTC has covered sports at every level. Our cameras were there at the first major league game played in Iowa at the Field of Dreams, regularly cover the Twins and Vikings, and are in the gyms and on the fields across our viewing area each week highlighting high school athletes.

You’re joining a team of exceptional journalists that are committed to our community and work to make it better, both on and off camera.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited, to:

• Researching and creating daily content for television, social and web platforms, including dynamic live shots and packages
• Identifying and enterprising relevant local feature stories
• Meeting daily and weekly deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Taking an active role in seasonal KTTC productions
• Creating and facilitating working relationships with the local sports community
• Developing feature franchise content, which may require travel and time outside of a standard workday
• Must be well-versed in the rules and terminology used in high school sports

Qualifications/Requirements

• KTTC Sports produces award-winning segments and content each year. We profile outstanding high school athletes each week in Athlete of the Week. To kick off the high school football season, we produce a 30-minute show called Prep Preview, highlighting dozens of teams across the area.

• Rochester and the surrounding communities are a golf-lovers haven. In the summer, we profile the best spots for golf in Par for the Course. During the fall, winter, and spring high school sports seasons, KTTC expands our sports coverage each Friday night at 10pm in Sports EXTRA.

• This position will require out-of-the-box thinking. Viewers aren’t tuning in for just highlights and scores anymore. They want context and depth on the scores they see on their phones and social media.

• Candidates should also exhibit a good work ethic, strong people skills, the ability to be a team player and work flexibly. This position may require holiday work.

For more details and to apply, click here.

KTTC-TV is an equal opportunity employer.

Creative Services Producer

 

KTTC-TV in Rochester, MN is looking for a Full-Time Creative Services Producer to join our award-winning marketing department. The Creative Services Producer will develop and produce creative concepts to support all client-based advertising, promotion, and image, as well as station-based promotion. The candidate will build on their already strong base of skills to expand their expertise in storytelling, marketing strategies, cinematography, editing, writing, graphic design for client digital products, and familiarity with Adobe Cloud programs. Candidates must adapt to the project assigned, visually problem-solve, and enjoy working in a creative environment. This is a fun and challenging job with the opportunity to work alongside a team of creatives who consistently deliver top-quality work in a new and fresh way.

KTTC is the leading NBC affiliate, serving Rochester, Austin, and Mason City as the #1 station for news, information, and entertainment programming. KTTC strives for leadership in our industry and in our community, and does this by keeping viewers safe and informed, supporting non-profits and organizations that serve the community, and helping our local businesses grow.

 

All employees accept personal responsibility for maintaining the professional culture at KTTC. The KTTC leadership team believes in workplaces “Free of discrimination, harassment, and incivility – and filled with opportunity, especially for those who’ve been traditionally denied it,” (a definition adopted by the work and training put forth by the Power Shift Project). If you value kindness and respect as much as we do, please apply.

For more details and to apply, click here.

KTTC-TV is an equal opportunity employer.

On-Air Personality and Sports Play-by-Play Announcer

Community First Broadcasting, LLC is currently hiring for a full time On-Air Personality and Sports Play-by-Play Announcer for KKOJ AM/FM and KUXX-FM in Jackson, MN. Work for a company that believes in local radio! We are looking for a dynamic personality that wants to interact with listeners live on the air and on social media. We are also looking for someone who can provide some play-by-play of high school sports. Experience with news and online video streaming is a plus along with experience with Skylla, Adobe Audition, Nex Gen and Music Master. Must be a team player. Responsibilities include live and voice tracked air shifts, production, remotes, hosting community events, along with other various tasks as assigned. Stream KKOJ, KUXX and our other stations at Exploreokoboji.com and hear for yourself how good small market radio can sound! Live and work in a fun, safe community with great schools and be just 20 minutes from the beautiful Iowa Great Lakes! Send air check, resume and references to careers@exploreokoboji.com.

Community First Broadcasting, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Production Technician

KSTP-TV in Minneapolis/St. Paul is seeking a Production Technician.

Qualifications

  • Basic knowledge and experience with broadcast production equipment, techniques and language; can demonstrate proficiency in use of equipment, techniques and language.
  • Familiarity with television control rooms, audio rooms, studios and news and non-news productions. Previous experience preferred.
  • Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • Must be flexible and able to deal with unexpected changes calmly.
  • Follows directions well.
  • Ability to work alternate hours and schedules including early mornings, evenings and weekends.
  • Physical requirements
    • Ability to communicate information and ideas in English both verbally and in writing so that others will understand.
    • Ability to listen and understand information and ideas presented in English through spoken and written words.
    • Must be able to work in areas and conditions that can be noisy, has many distractions, and on occasion in extreme weather conditions (heat and cold).
    • Must also be able to work quietly during live broadcasts and tapings.
    • Must have manual dexterity to operate camera and studio equipment.
    • Must be able to move quickly at times throughout the building and on location.
    • Stands and sits for long periods of time.
    • Pushes and pulls equipment on a regular basis.
    • Work under tight deadlines and in pressure situations.
    • Must be able to lift, carry, climb a ladder, and move with up to 20 lbs.

The Company will make reasonable physical accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job functions.

Job Overview

This position is responsible for studio production, audio and technical directing of live and pre-recorded television shows and promos.

Job Responsibilities

Studio

  • Operate television camera, teleprompter, and audio equipment at a satisfactory level and with confidence during live and taped shows.
  • Respond to all cues given over headset and in person during shows. Must react quickly and efficiently to cues and other directions.  Act as a critical communication link between director and talent.  Reports any concerns.
  • Take care of all aspects of studio maintenance, which includes cleaning, repair, set up, tear down and storage of studio and related items; routine inspection, monitoring performance and basic trouble shooting of equipment. Maintain studio lighting and other studio supplies. Follow proper protocol for notifying other personnel when items are needed or there are problems or failures. Studio Cleanliness includes Studio A, Studio C, Twin Cities Live studio, the production area and storage areas.
  • On a daily basis provides assistance to and provides input about the show.
  • Complete knowledge of the lighting systems in all studios

Audio

  • Under the direction of the director, correctly/accurately switch all audio going through the audio booth. Work ahead to insure that all elements needed during your shift are ready to go.
  • Control the quality of the audio going through the audio booth. Insure that all elements of the audio are at the proper level. Insure that the balance between microphones, music, and videotape sources are mixed and at a proper relationship with each other.
  • Ready at the audio position during assigned shift to handle any audio needs, especially during times of breaking news.
  • Help with coverage of special events and with the coverage of audio during vacations and other times when no audio operator is available.
  • Insure that all paperwork is filled out properly. Accurately complete the logging of all musical elements to insure proper credits under the music license rules. Complete any logs, scripts or other paperwork that is required.

Technical Directing

  • Technical direct a creative and technically clean productions within format guidelines.
  • Protect the integrity of the format.
  • Make suggestions for improvement.
  • Be responsible for all elements of a show. Set a positive attitude and example. Solve problems at the source. Challenge employees to improve. Respond appropriately to others.

Other

  • Assist with training or assistance to new staff members.
  • Work as a team player. Set a positive attitude and example. Foster a spirit of cooperation and helpfulness with news and other departments. Develop professional relationships with employees of other departments.
  • Have a high knowledge of operation of current equipment. Advise Director of Operations and Operations Manager on equipment needs or problems. Bring to the attention of engineering management any ideas that would improve the product we are putting on the air.
  • Seek out ways to become more knowledgeable about new technologies in our business.
  • Maintain current equipment. Communicate with the maintenance staff any technical problems with the equipment. Actively seek solutions to problems with station personnel, equipment and procedures.
  • Reports to work on time and works established schedule/hours.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Complete other duties as assigned

For more details and to apply, click here.

KSTP-TV is an equal opportunity employer.

Local Sales Manager

KSTP-TV in Minneapolis/St. Paul is seeking a Local Sales Manager. 

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of Sales and/or Marketing Promotion experience; television sales experience preferred.
  • Prior experience with teaching, training, and recruiting; proven ability to help people grow and motivate to be better sales people. Must be a strong recruiter and be able to grow the size of the sales staff with qualified, competent salespeople.
  • Demonstrated sales success in digital, event, and sales promotions.
  • Highly organized, sound judgment.
  • Skilled communicator. Ability to establish and maintain customer relationships; communicate effectively with a wide range of personalities in a professional and courteous manner. The ability to motivate and instill confidence in clients is critical.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills and goal attainment in adverse market conditions
  • Prior experience using needs-based selling and proposals. Established track record of creating and closing client-based solutions.
  • Proven track record for achieving and exceeding sales budgets.
  • Full knowledge of ratings analysis, spot schedules and traffic systems.
  • Ability to build a strong base of business through local direct client contact.
  • Strong computer skills. Working knowledge of Powerpoint, Excel and Word
  • Proven professional presentation skills with the ability to close a sale.
  • Must be able to drive, have a valid driver’s license for daily travel to client meetings and events and a safe driving history. Driving record will be checked.

Job Overview

This position is responsible for leading the sales team for KSTP-TV, KSTC-TV, Me TV, MSHSL Prep Tournament sales, and a full suite of Digital products and services to meet revenue goals and service client accounts.

Job Responsibilities

  • Work with Director of Sales to develop short term and long term sales strategy and vision by analyzing data, research and trends. Establishes overall goals and objectives for staff, pricing and spot schedules.  Ensure goals and objectives are executed.
  • Responsible for making and exceeding sales budgets for stations.
  • Develop new revenue streams using the internet, non-spot opportunities, and total marketing plans using creativity and analyzing market information and trends.
  • Effectively lead, develop, motivate, coach and train local sales staff. Provide critiques and performance feedback on a regular basis. Spend time in the field coaching staff.  Resolve conflicts as needed.  Issue discipline when warranted. 
  • Daily analysis and interpretation of data and research. Evaluate whether changes to work are needed and how to communicate such changes.
  • Recruits, interviews and selects new sales staff. Consults with Director of Sales and others on hiring decision.
  • Assist sales staff in setting, meeting and exceeding their individual goals to fit overall sales strategy and vision. Motivates staff to achieve goals despite economic conditions, station ratings, and or competitors. 
  • Confer with and cultivate client (potential and established) relationships. Work to resolve client complaints and concerns. Represents station at client events and Corporate sponsored events.  
  • Establishes, consults and communicates departmental and HBI policies, procedures and guidance as needed.
  • Works cooperatively and collaboratively with other employees, customers, clients and corporate departments. Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Acts in a professional manner when representing station.
  • Attends all necessary meetings are required.
  • Reports to work on time and works established schedule/hours. Ability to work other hours or alternate schedules as needed. Attends client special events and promotions in the evening and weekends as required.
  • Other duties as needed.

For more details and to apply, click here.

KSTP-TV is an equal opportunity employer.

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