Content Desk Manager

KAAL-TV in Rochester is seeking a Content Desk Manager.

As an ABC6 News (KAAL-TV) employee, you're surrounded by opportunity while experiencing forward-thinking philosophy. You'll work among passionate, engaged professionals who work together to create the most entertaining content in Television and Digital platforms for our audience. Whether you're searching for a career On-Air, Behind-The-Scenes, or Marketing & Promotion, there's opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive within ABC6 News and Hubbard Broadcasting.

Job Responsibilities

  • Work closely with the News Director, Executive Producer, and other news team members to build and develop a consistent advance planning system for news coverage and special events.
  • Constantly generate daily story ideas and plan for the future.
  • Lead daily meetings with producers and reporters.
  • Maintain strong local contacts.
  • Assist producers and reporters with story calls, setups, and follow-through.
  • Coordinate breaking news coverage, crews, and LiveU units.
  • Ability to oversee schedules/gear/vehicles.
  • Work on special projects as assigned.
  • Provide newsroom leadership.
  • Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly, calmly, and respectfully with teammates of various personalities and others during high-pressure, high-stress situations.
  • College Degree in Communications with an emphasis in Journalism preferred.
  • Two years of TV/digital newsroom experience a plus.
  • Must be extremely well organized and detail-oriented.
  • Advanced ability in critical thinking and judgment.
  • Must be able to make good decisions quickly; able to articulate and communicate information and direction to news staff and other station employees.
  • Computer and Social Media skills a must.
  • Solid exposure to and understanding of ethics of Journalism.
  • Producer experience a plus.
  • Commitment, determination, and a strong sense of teamwork.
  • Must have a valid driver's license & safe driving history as determined by the Company. Driving record will be checked.

Job Overview

ABC6News, the Hubbard Broadcasting ABC affiliate in Rochester-Austin, Minnesota, and Mason City, Iowa, DMA has an exciting, challenging newsroom management opportunity. Are you passionate, energized, and smart? Do you check your sources every morning to see what you missed overnight? Do you pay attention to the latest breaking stories on all platforms? Do you follow stories that hint of something more, something deeper beneath the surface or untold despite great relevance to your community? Do you understand and believe the job of the newsroom is to state what we know, challenge what we believe, find the rest of the story, and always ask why our audience should care? If so, we have a job that may be perfect for you. We are looking for the person who can not only run our daily news operations, but also bring our news product to the next level. You will be instrumental in shaping the day's newscasts and keeping the public informed up to the minute through our website and social media platforms. You will be in charge of keeping the news crews on task, and on deadline. You also will have a key role in writing and posting stories online and on social media. If you want to make a difference in the community and have a say in
shaping the news of the day, please contact us.

Compensation and Benefits

When extending an offer, the company considers a variety of factors such as (but not limited to) the candidate's work experience, education/training & key skills as well as internal peer equity and other market and business considerations.

 

For information regarding our benefits, please copy the link below and paste in your browser:

 

https://hubbardbroadcasting.com/our-company/working-here/"

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.

Diversity Statement

Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding over 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU.

For more details and to apply, click here.

Digital Sales Coordinator

KSTP-TV in Minneapolis/St. Paul is seeking a Digital Sales Coordinator.

KSTP 5 Eyewitness News is the award-winning ABC network affiliate for the Twin Cities. Part of Hubbard Broadcasting, KSTP-TV is a longtime market leader, and is committed to excellence in all that it does-broadcast news with hyper-local coverage, important public service that deals powerfully with today's issues, and now, more than ever, top-notch digital content, to reach our viewers and followers with information the way they want to receive it. When you work for KSTP, or our other local, independently operated station KSTC, Channel 45, you will find yourself among dedicated, passionate people who work hard every day to improve our product and our community. If you have the qualifications, and you are a person of talent and integrity, we invite you to apply!

Qualifications

  • Interest in learning about advertising, marketing, and media.
  • A general understanding of digital media – streaming, social, search, etc.
  • Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Excellent language, interpersonal, and grammar skills.
  • Curious and driven, and growth oriented.
  • A strong team player, fostering a spirit of cooperation and helpfulness.
  • Detail oriented and highly organized.
  • Excellent time management and multitasking skills.
  • Ability to work in compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Previous administrative experience strongly preferred.  
  • Experience with Wide Orbit, Monday.com and/or other CRMs preferred, but not required.

Diversity Statement

Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding over 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU.

Job Overview

This position provides administrative support to the Digital Sales Manager.

Job Responsibilities

  • Enter Digital orders into station advertising management software (Wide Orbit).
  • Regularly pull and provide DSM and DOS with digital revenue reports, as requested.
  • Enter TV orders into station advertising management software (Wide Orbit) as needed, acting as a backup for other Sales Coordinators.
  • Act as a Project Coordinator for digital sales related events and initiatives.
  • Assist with research projects, as requested.
  • Assist with order entry and ongoing management of digital campaigns within Monday.com.
  • Willingness to cross-train with other positions to help provide support and coverage as needed.
  • Seek out ways to expand current skills and abilities, taking initiative to learn new tasks, systems, and technologies.
  • Report to work on time for established, scheduled hours.

Compensation and Benefits

When extending an offer, the company considers a variety of factors such as (but not limited to) the candidate's work experience, education/training & key skills as well as internal peer equity and other market and business considerations.

For information regarding our benefits, please copy the link below and paste in your browser:
https://hubbardbroadcasting.com/our-company/working-here/"

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.

For more details and to apply, click here.

Account Executive

KSTP-TV in Minneapolis/St. Paul is seeking an Account Executive.

KSTP 5 Eyewitness News is the award-winning ABC network affiliate for the Twin Cities. Part of Hubbard Broadcasting, KSTP-TV is a longtime market leader, and is committed to excellence in all that it does-broadcast news with hyper-local coverage, important public service that deals powerfully with today's issues, and now, more than ever, top-notch digital content, to reach our viewers and followers with information the way they want to receive it. When you work for KSTP, or our other local, independently operated station KSTC, Channel 45, you will find yourself among dedicated, passionate people who work hard every day to improve our product and our community. If you have the qualifications, and you are a person of talent and integrity, we invite you to apply!

Qualifications

  • Previous sales, advertising, digital sales, or media experience preferred 
  • Knowledge of, and familiarity with, (or ability to learn) broadcasting and digital terminology and methodology preferred.
  • Ability to understand the features and benefits of advertising and competitive media.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Word for Windows; sales software knowledge helpful.
  • Excellent written and oral English language communication skills.
  • Experience developing presentations for the purpose of direct-business selling and ability to effectively present and communicate.
  • Ability to respond to questions appropriately and think on feet.
  • Establish and maintain customer relationships; communicate effectively with a wide range of personalities in a professional manner.
  • High level of initiative and ability to work independently required.
  • Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license and a safe driving history as determined by the Company for the purpose of meeting clients and attending events. (Driving record will be checked.)
  • Demonstrate effective negotiation and closing techniques.
  • Strong analytical skills, good judgment, and a "positive can do attitude" are required.
  • Ability to read, hear and speak clearly and follow both oral and written direction.
  • Ability to think critically, analytically, creatively and logically; and to articulate information in clear, concise manner to others.
  • Ability to work evenings and weekends.
  • Physical Requirements: Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to manipulate computer keys and general office equipment (telephone, copier, etc.). Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time. The Company may make reasonable accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job function.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.

Diversity Statement

Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding over 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU.

Job Overview

The Account Executive is responsible for selling advertising to clients and developing new business relationships by prospecting, developing and selling new direct-business accounts, making sales presentations, performing collections, maintaining client relations and sales.

Job Responsibilities

  • Meet and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual budgets including spot, digital, and new direct business. Prospect new businesses on a weekly basis.
  • Prepare and complete sales presentations with decision makers.
  • Make presentations to include a customer needs analysis, research and supporting documentation, and creative business solutions.
  • Follow up and close all pending business in a timely manner.
  • Update Sales Manager weekly on progress of pending business.
  • Work closely with other departments in creating effective promotional sales solutions for clients.
  • Create and make presentations to agency personnel, including selling and pre-selling the station audience attributes.
  • Provide exceptional customer service to direct and agency accounts. Personally contact each active account regularly- defined as an in-person meeting, including the presentation of pertinent sales information.
  • Obtain credit approval for new accounts.
  • Ensure all accounts are paid in a timely manner. Follow up and assist in the collection process for past due accounts.
  • Utilization of and proficiency with Sales software.
  • Attend special events, such as remotes and broadcasts, which involve clients. These events may occur after business hours and on weekends.
  • Complete all written business requirements within established deadlines. These requirements include but are not limited to: forecast reports, pending business updates, written orders and advertising copy.
  • Attend and participate in weekly sales staff meetings, individual meetings with manager and other necessary meetings and training as required by management.
  • Have a thorough understanding of rates, promotions, inventory, and personnel. Continue to learn and stay abreast of trends in digital and broadcast advertising industry.
  • Maintain regular, reliable attendance.
  • Work cooperatively and collaboratively with others. Build working relationships with co-workers, customers, vendors and the general public.
  • Complete other duties as requested and needed.

Compensation and Benefits

When extending an offer, the company considers a variety of factors such as (but not limited to) the candidate's work experience, education/training & key skills as well as internal peer equity and other market and business considerations.

For information regarding our benefits, please copy the link below and paste in your browser:
https://hubbardbroadcasting.com/our-company/working-here/"

For more details and to apply, click here.

Station Manager

WDSE-FM in Duluth is seeking a Station Manager.

This exciting opportunity is a full-time position located in the community of Duluth, Minnesota where the outdoors is celebrated! Reporting to the Senior Director of Content Strategies and Distribution, this leadership role is perfect for an individual with a proven track record in supervising teams, managing operations, and serving as a programming director for public radio stations.

In this position, you will play a key role in supporting the enterprise's vision, mission, and strategic plan. Your responsibilities will include ensuring compliance with standards set by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), and other relevant guidelines, in addition to aligning with the organization's overall branding objectives.

As the Station Manager, you will contribute to maximizing revenue, increasing market share, enhancing ratings performance, controlling expenses, and providing essential financial analysis and forecasts. Your leadership will set a positive management tone, holding ultimate responsibility for the performance and accountability of all station activities.

Furthermore, you will actively support and coach your team to ensure they possess the necessary skills to excel at the highest level of professionalism and competence. Staying current with industry trends and competitive information related to programming and the station's overall sound will be a key aspect of your role.
Join us in this dynamic position where your contributions will be instrumental in achieving success and making a positive impact in the world of public radio!
Essential duties and responsibilities:
•Recruit, develop and retain a team of highly engaged employees in an accountable yet collaborative environment.
•Manage staff, prepare work schedules, and assign specific duties. Supervise, coach, and motivate the radio team.
•Serve as the Program Director:
In support of the station’s content strategies and in collaboration with various teams:
▪ Oversee content creation for elevating engagement with existing and potential audiences in measurable ways.
▪ Launching new programs as necessary.
▪ Establish metrics to track and evaluate audience-building efforts for all programming.
• Protect the FCC licenses of all broadcast properties by operating in full compliance with FCC policies, local and federal laws, and company policies.
• Oversee activities directly related to revenue generation, market share and audience growth.
• Review financial statements, and other performance data to measure productivity and goal achievement.
• Establish and implement operational policies, goals, objectives, and procedures.
• Represent the organization with various clients and at local and national conferences and events.
• Collaborate with the Leadership Team on all aspects of public radio operations including programming, production, development, promotion, and engineering.
• Manage terrestrial, satellite, internet, and radio broadcast operations.
• Serve as first contact to national networks and content distributors (NPR, APM, PRX, and others)
• Collaborate with marketing and implement on-air and online promotional strategies, campaigns and assets that maximize listening and achieve audience targets for broadcast and digital properties (web, mobile, digital-only streams, podcasts, etc.)
• Advance public service, business goals and inclusive excellence.
• Lead, assign, and supervise the creation of promotional content.
• Collaborate with engineering, marketing, and web development staff to create web and mobile asset creation, harmonizing online and on-air content strategies.
• Partner with others in the organization to develop strategies and tactics that diversify, grow, and engage audiences, especially audiences that have been traditionally underrepresented.
• Work with the development team on short- and long-term planning, as well as specific agendas for fundraising and membership engagement; including, participation in station fundraising activities, and working with membership and development staff in the creation of fundraising themes and messaging.

Required Skills and Qualifications:
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills with experience and comfort interacting extensively with senior management.
• High energy, collaborative, roll-up-your-sleeves leader with a high level of business integrity and ethics.
• The successful candidate will have 3+ years of successful radio leadership experience, and a degree from a college or university.
• Operating budget responsibility and demonstrated business acumen.
• Proven management experience and a track-record of developing and executing multi-platform programming strategies (radio/digital).
• Able to attract and retain topflight talent, inspire, and build teams.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies is essential.
• Flexible with a workweek schedule and based in Duluth.
• Operations knowledge, analytic abilities, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of digital content production process, both from a technical and talent perspective.
• Ability and willingness to delegate effectively and to hold direct reports accountable.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and sensitivity towards working in a culturally diverse community.
• Proven track-record of team building and working across divisions to achieve goals and the highest level of performance.

Preferred Skills:
• Advanced degree in Media Studies or Business.
• Knowledge of audio and digital engineering practices and operations.
•Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of satisfaction.

Essential Physical Demands and Working Environment:
Ability to see, communicate, hear, and utilize electronic communication devices. While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to communicate effectively with others, sit and stand for extended periods of time. Use hands to manipulate a keyboard, telephone, paper, files and other equipment and objects. Ability to drive and available for occasional travel. Occasionally will push, pull, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds.
WDSE-FM is an equal opportunity employer. WDSE-FM does not discriminate against employees or applications on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law.

Digital Content Producer

KSTP-FM in Minneapolis/St. Paul is seeking a Digital Content Producer.

Hubbard Radio-Twin Cities is a full-service media company with legendary radio stations and cutting-edge digital solutions. We serve the Greater Minneapolis-Saint Paul community and offer a menu of marketing services including radio, full-service digital, influencer marketing, creative services, custom content, podcasts and events. At Hubbard, we're looking for the best people in local media to help build dominant brands that connect consumers and advertisers to build better businesses and communities. We succeed by always doing the right thing with focus, urgency, and passion.

Qualifications

  • Three (3) years’ experience operating video cameras and editing equipment. Ability to record, edit and execute segments. Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud, including Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
  • Knowledge of field production techniques and standards.
  • Experience with livestream events including video switchers, cameras, event production, and set-up/tear-down a plus.
  • Strong attention to detail, interpersonal and communication skills required.
  • Ability to produce video content in a timely manner.
  • Ability to meet deadlines.
  • Project an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor.
  • Experience working as a team member with the ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with a variety of individuals.
  • Ability to follow direction but take initiative when needed.
  • Ability to work on short deadlines and in pressure situations as well as in the evening and weekends.
  • Reliable transportation. Valid drivers’ license and clean driving history as determined by the Company. 
  • Physical requirements
    • Sits or stands for extended periods of time. Ability to hear clearly.  Manual dexterity to manipulate computer keys, camera, and other controls as well as other office equipment.   Must have good vision and hearing and be able to discern video and sound on many platforms.  Ability to communicate in English both verbally and in writing.  Able to drive own vehicle for the purpose of meeting clients and attending events.   Requires the ability to think creatively and tactically and to articulate information in a clear and concise manner to others verbally and in writing.  Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job.  The Company will make reasonable physical accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job functions.

Compensation and Benefits

When extending an offer, the company considers a variety of factors such as (but not limited to) the candidate's work experience, education/training & key skills as well as internal peer equity and other market and business considerations.

 

For information regarding our benefits, please copy the link below and paste in your browser:

 

https://hubbardbroadcasting.com/our-company/working-here/"

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.

Diversity Statement

Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding over 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU.

Job Overview

This position develops and curates engaging content for radio brands, digital agency, and clients including but not limited to special projects, sales programs, campaigns, and features for all digital media platforms while leading in the creation, production, and editing of written, video, animation, and photo content. They also create content that supports the execution of a results and revenue-driven content strategy.

Job Responsibilities

  • Produce social media focused video assets for radio brands including shooting, editing audio/sound recording, and lighting.
  • Assist with organizing client-focused video proposals. Ideate concepts, approve deliverables, participate in kick off calls and lead discussions on video production.
  • Produce client focused projects including shooting, editing, audio/sound recording and lighting.
  • Assist, and with some projects, take the lead in pre-production including:
    • Ideating content.
    • Create shot lists.
    • Create on-site timelines.
    • Manage equipment and props list.
  • Serve as On-Site Production Lead with the following duties:
    • Manage production on-site (lighting, sound, camera).
    • Communicate with client on-site to make sure expectations are met and exceeded.
    • Shoot video content.
  • Post-production duties include editing, ensures all freelance/vendor and internal work is completed, debrief all parties.
  • Assist and/or back up Graphic Designer in execution: designing logos, banners, ads, social media posts, and eblast images.
  • Produce graphic animations for video intros, standalone social media assets, client focused assets, and programming-initiated projects.
  • Manage, organize, inventory, and maintain radio videos, production gear including lights, cameras, etc.
  • Build and maintain good working relationships with co-workers, clients, vendors, and the public. Act in a professional manner when representing the company.
  • Report to work on time and work established schedule/hours. Ability to work other hours or alternate schedules as needed.
  • Work on other projects as assigned.
  • Attend and participate meetings as needed.

Hybrid Position: Flexibility to work from both the office and home. If hired, employee is expected to report to the office regularly.

For more details and to apply, click here.

Podcast and Digital Account Executive

KSTP-AM in Minneapolis/St. Paul is seeking a Podcast and Digital Account Executive.

Hubbard Radio-Twin Cities is a full-service media company with legendary radio stations and cutting-edge digital solutions. We serve the Greater Minneapolis-Saint Paul community and offer a menu of marketing services including radio, full-service digital, influencer marketing, creative services, custom content, podcasts and events. At Hubbard, we're looking for the best people in local media to help build dominant brands that connect consumers and advertisers to build better businesses and communities. We succeed by always doing the right thing with focus, urgency, and passion.

Job Responsibilities

  • Meet and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual budgets including spot, digital, and new direct business. Prospect new businesses on a continuous basis.
  • Prepare and complete sales presentations with decision makers including selling and pre-selling the station audience attributes.
  • Make presentations to include a customer needs analysis, research and supporting documentation, and creative business solutions.
  • Follow up and close all pending business in a timely manner.
  • Update CRM on progress of pending business and activity.
  • Work closely with other departments in creating effective promotional sales solutions for clients.
  • Provide exceptional customer service to direct and agency accounts. Personally contact each active account regularly- defined as an in-person meeting, including the presentation of pertinent sales information.
  • Obtain credit approval for new accounts.
  • Ensure all accounts are paid in a timely manner. Follow up and assist in the collection process for past due accounts.
  • Utilization of and proficiency with Sales software.
  • Attend special events, such as remotes and broadcasts, which involve clients. These events may occur after business hours and on weekends.
  • Complete all written business requirements within established deadlines. These requirements include but are not limited to: forecast reports, pending business updates, written orders and advertising copy.
  • Attend and participate in weekly sales staff meetings, individual meetings with manager and other necessary meetings and training as required.
  • Have a thorough understanding of rates, promotions, inventory, and personnel. Continue to learn and stay abreast of trends in digital and broadcast advertising industry.
  • Maintain regular, reliable attendance.
  • Work cooperatively and collaboratively with others. Build working relationships with co-workers, customers, vendors, and the public.
  • Complete other duties as requested and needed.

Compensation and Benefits

When extending an offer, the company considers a variety of factors such as (but not limited to) the candidate's work experience, education/training & key skills as well as internal peer equity and other market and business considerations.

 

For information regarding our benefits, please copy the link below and paste in your browser:

 

https://hubbardbroadcasting.com/our-company/working-here/"

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.

Diversity Statement

Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding over 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU.

Job Overview

Are you the person we are looking for? Do you love building relationships and helping people grow their business? Is it your preference to be out and about talking to potential and current clients versus sitting at your desk all day? Do you pride yourself in being a multi-tasker? These are just a few of the qualities we are looking for. If you are ready to work for a company that truly values its employees and is dedicated to guiding you towards reaching your personal career goals, read below.

 

At Hubbard Twin Cities and 2060 Digital, our mission is to be a trusted extension of our client's marketing teams, and we are looking to grow our client-facing, fast-paced business development team. As a Podcast & Digital Account Manager, you will be responsible for acquiring new clients and working with existing clients on cross platform, full funnel, digital marketing solutions. All our solutions are designed to connect our clients with their target audience…and then measure the results.

 

Our podcast networks are reaching millions of listeners/viewers monthly. You will be responsible for finding businesses that want to connect their brand with our fans. We offer unique campaigns that deliver our partners messages organically within the content of our shows. Finding those businesses that can benefit from our massive fan base is your number one goal.

As a Premier Google Partner, we help mid-sized organizations achieve their businesses goals using various digital platforms and solutions. Including, but not limited to, Targeted Display, SEO, Social Media, You Tube, SEM, OTT/CTV, Email and more. We lead with customer focus and develop tailored advertising strategies based on a performance driven approach.

Qualifications

    • 2-3 years previous sales, advertising, digital sales, or media experience preferred.
    • Knowledge of, and familiarity with, (or ability to learn) podcasting, broadcasting and digital terminology and methodology preferred.
    • Ability to understand the features and benefits of advertising and competitive media.
    • Familiarity with Microsoft Word for Windows; sales software knowledge helpful.
    • Excellent written and oral English language communication skills.
    • Experience developing presentations for the purpose of direct business selling and ability to effectively present and communicate.
    • Ability to respond to questions appropriately and think on feet.
    • Establish and maintain customer relationships; communicate effectively with a wide range of personalities in a professional and courteous manner.
    • High level of initiative and ability to work independently required.
    • Must have a commitment to customer-focused selling.
    • Not afraid to make cold calls and create new relationships.
    • Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license and a safe driving history as determined by the Company for the purpose of meeting clients and attending events. (Driving record will be checked.)
    • Demonstrate effective negotiation and closing techniques.
    • Strong analytical skills, good judgment, and a "positive can-do attitude" are required.
    • Ability to read, hear and speak clearly and follow both oral and written direction.
    • Ability to think critically, analytically, creatively, and logically; and to articulate information in clear, concise manner to others.
    • Ability to work evenings and weekends.
    • Physical Requirements: Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to manipulate computer keys and general office equipment (telephone, copier, etc.). Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time. Average pushing and pulling, bending and stooping. The Company may make reasonable accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job function.

For more details and to apply, click here.

Media/IT Specialist

Pioneer PBS in Granite Falls is seeking a Media/IT Specialist.

 

Join an Emmy-winning public broadcasting station and specialize in hands-on project implementation, serving Pioneer PBS employees with the technology and tools to execute their jobs, from production and communications to administration and master control operations. Pioneer PBS is seeking a full-time Media/IT Specialist at their Granite Falls, MN location. The position opens immediately, and business hours are 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., but the applicant must be able to work varying hours and weekends as projects dictate. This position reports directly to the Chief Technology Officer.

The successful candidate for this position has completed or is working to complete a degree in a technical field or at least 4 years of IT/Media or broadcast experience and who has intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Google Drive and various databases, video storage, etc. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are a high priority. Training on internal software will be provided as needed to complete job duties. The ability and willingness to learn new software as required and adapt quickly to all work situations is crucial. Applicant must have excellent organizational skills in preparing work guidelines and schedules, as well as records, reports, and inventory control.

The applicant must have the ability to operate test equipment, interpret results, and collaborate on corrective actions. We are seeking an individual who is self-motivated, with the ability to work independently, yet take direction and work successfully in a team environment. All employees must have the ability to remain positive and foster a positive work environment as well as maintain a neat, clean, safe, and organized workplace.

Specific job duties include but are not limited to:

    • Maintain an up-to-date asset inventory including computers, operating systems, software, and licensing.
    • Discuss issues, provide suggestions and researched potentials costs of those potential solutions.
    • Troubleshoot computer, network and media/broadcast issues that arise and communicate potential solutions with CTO and designated teams.
  • Ability to provide clear information on maintenance needs and all expenses related to fixes to CTO for approval.
  • Must be able to quickly determine potential solutions to complex problems and emergency situations.
    • Routine maintenance of hardware and software, such as planning for and performing software upgrades and file backups on the network.
    • Assist limited computer users through phone, email, virtually or in person as assigned.
    • Prepare documents for easy how to’s and train users to work with new computer hardware or software.
    • Set up or repair various equipment, computer equipment and related devices.
    • Assist engineering team in various larger scale projects.
    • Research industry trends on equipment and present findings to CTO for future planning.

You will join a team of talented, enthusiastic, and dedicated individuals who love sharing the story of small towns and farming communities in the region. They operate out of a state-of-the-art facility, located in Granite Falls, MN, where they embrace changing technology, creativity, and humor.

Pioneer PBS has been in operation for over 50 years.

A complete job description is available on Pioneer PBS’s website www.pioneer.org. This is a full-time hourly position. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and three references to: yourtv@pioneer.org, to the attention of the Chief Technology Officer.

Pioneer PBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Multimedia Journalist - WDIO-TV

WDIO-TV in Duluth is seeking a Multimedia Journalist.

WDIO-TV, News Channel 10/13 is the award-winning ABC network affiliate for Northeastern Minnesota and Northwest Wisconsin. Part of Hubbard Broadcasting, WDIO-TV is committed to excellence in all that it does-broadcast news with hyper-local coverage, important public service that deals powerfully with today's issues, and now, more than ever, top-notch digital content, to reach our viewers and followers with information the way they want to receive it. When you work for WDIO-TV, you will find yourself among dedicated, passionate people who work hard every day to improve our product and our community. If you have the qualifications, and you are a person of talent and integrity, we invite you to apply!

Qualifications

A college degree in journalism, television or communications or equivalent experience; solid journalism background with experience in a reporting role. Skills as a photographer and editor are required. Must have a valid driver's license and a safe driving history as determined by the Company. Driving record will be checked. Must be knowledgeable of issues, newsmakers, and current events and be able to present stories in a way that is accurate, clear, complete, and relevant to viewers. Ability to handle a variety of news reporting assignments, including but not limited to, live appearances on the news set and at remote locations. Solid writing skills required. Knowledge of production values preferred. Ability to get along and communicate with a variety of people in often extreme circumstances. Must be able to think quickly and respond to breaking news in high pressure situations and have strong organization and live reporting skills. Ability to read, hear and speak clearly and follow both oral and written direction. Ability to think critically and quickly and to articulate information in clear, concise manner to others. Ability to read TelePrompter, to view videotape, and to listen to live and recorded audio. Must be flexible to work any assigned shift including nights, weekends, holidays; and extended hours. Please submit a demo tape in DVD format or a demo reel link of your on-air experience along with your resume and cover letter. Physical Requirements: Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing. Work with time sensitive and sometimes confidential information under tight deadlines and in pressure situations. Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to manipulate computer keys and camera equipment as well as general office equipment (telephone, copier, etc.). Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 50 lbs. May wear headsets and work in confined space during the course of work. Must be able to move quickly at times from newsroom to edit booths to studio. Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time. Average pushing and pulling, bending and stooping. Travels locally daily. May travel regionally or nationally from time to time. The Company may make reasonable accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job functions.

Job Overview

This position is responsible for covering news for the station.

Job Responsibilities

  • Present live on television scripted and unscripted news reports; may present live stories from the scene of the news, the newsroom and/or studio or may tape stories for later broadcast.
  • Enterprise and develop stories for broadcast daily. Research and gather content for story. Write clear, accurate and interesting stories. Break down complicated and involved stories so that they are easy to understand. Ensure that any visuals shown are relevant, appropriate and impactful. Maintain standards of accuracy and fairness in news coverage.
  • Write for and maintain strong presence on website and other social media platforms.
  • Travel to the scene of a news story to gather and compile the information into the proper form for broadcast.
  • Complete assignments according to established deadlines.
  • Maintain extensive community contacts and awareness of local and national current events.
  • Make promotional and community appearances as required.
  • Maintain appropriate and strict standards with regard to wardrobe, hair, cosmetics, and other areas of grooming.
  • Write and post stories to website and other digital media platforms. Frequently update online stories.
  • Work closely and respectfully with assigned photographers.
  • Communicate frequently throughout the day and work collaboratively with others in the newsroom.
  • Contribute to the overall team effort to provide the market with the best possible local television journalism. Work in a team environment cooperatively and collaboratively with a variety of people. Build working relationships with co-workers, community members, and the general public.
  • Act in a professional manner when representing the station.
  • Attend editorial and strategic meetings. Contribute story ideas on a daily basis.
  • Report to work on time and work established schedule/hours. Ability to work other hours or alternate schedules as needed, as assigned by the News Director.
  • Ability to become a producer of any newscast.
  • Complete other duties as requested and needed. This includes learning to produce a full newscast.

Compensation and Benefits

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.

Diversity Statement

Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding over 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU.

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PT On-Air Talent

Hubbard Radio in Brainerd is seeking a part time On-Air Talent.

Hubbard Radio is a full-service media company with 16 radio stations and cutting-edge digital solutions in four of northern Minnesota's most beautiful and active resort communities: Alexandria, Bemidji, Brainerd and Wadena. At Hubbard, we're looking for the best people in local media to help build dominant brands that connect consumers and advertisers to build better businesses and communities. We succeed by always doing the right thing with focus, urgency, and passion.

Qualifications

  • Previous on air experience preferred. Degree in Communication, Journalism, related field or equivalent experience preferred.
  • Ability to establish listener motivation and loyalty in the target demographic.
  • Good conversationalist, well-read, knowledgeable and articulate in dealing with current affairs; Ability to enunciate clearly and interpret and read copy fluently. Articulate information in clear, concise manner to others. Ability to read, hear and speak clearly and follow both oral and written direction. Ability to think spontaneously and ad lib while on air and at appearances in a coherent manner in situations that can change quickly.
  • Ability to operate all mechanical functions of preparing and delivering an on-air performance, including the recording," editing and playback of listener telephone calls; the preparation of recorded "bits" and other show elements; the operation of the control room console and studio equipment.
  • Ability to write and create commercial production", voiceovers and imaging as needed. 
  • Possess thorough knowledge and understanding of FCC rules and regulations which pertain to announcers, particularly but not limited to Sections 315, 217 and 508.
  • Ability and willingness to be coached and directed by Program Director or Consultant.
  • Project an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor.
  • Ability to work in compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Ability to function in a team environment.
  • Ability to work established schedule and other hours as needed.
  • Travel to and attend station promotional appearances including sales appearances.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record as determined by the Company, driving record will be checked. 
  • Physical Requirements Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing. Ability to multi-task with a variety of duties while producing the show. Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to manipulate computer keys and board controls as well as general office equipment (telephone, copier, etc.) for extended periods of time. Wear headsets and be confined to a specific space during the course of work. Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time. Average pushing and pulling, bending," stooping and reaching overhead.The Company may make reasonable accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job functions.

Diversity Statement

Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding over 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU.

Job Overview

This position creates and performs live broadcasts that are entertaining and informative, that project the Company's desired on-air image,and that achieve maximum audience acceptance and ratings. On Air Talent works closely with the programming and sales teams to grow the Company's revenue and on-air and digital audience.

Job Responsibilities

  • Plan, prepare and deliver live and recorded program content for station in an entertaining and professional manner in a style consistent with the appropriate station format.
  • Prepare and create a topical show by gathering information from news flashes, wire copy, periodicals, computer, web and television.
  • Interview guests and other famous or public personalities, as well as moderating panels or discussion shows.
  • Answer phone lines and interview members of listening audience.
  • Write and reads or ad-lib segments to identify station, announce station breaks, commercials, etc.
  • Preparation of online blogs and similar social media activities on behalf of the Stations; the creation of podcasts or videos or both for online distribution, and participation in, and use of, various digital media platforms.
  • Ensure that contests and promotions are conducted in compliance with FCC regulations, as well as federal and state laws.
  • Follow and enforce FCC regulations, station and company polices, including implementing station's/state's EAS procedures.
  • Promote the Company and clients of the Company by planning and attending in-person appearances such as community events, including hosting and assisting at charity functions and remote broadcasts.
  • Maintain positive relationships with national & local community.
  • Perform necessary and required technical functions of assigned air-shift, including the performingand logging of engineering readings.
  • Maintain the program and music logs and ensure that commercials or programs are aired at times logged and the program log is properly signed, initialed and any omissions noted. Report all discrepancies on the Company Discrepancy Report. Record assigned commercial, promotion or public service announcements in a professional manner.
  • Assure thorough, advance preparation of content, commercials, technical arrangements and show elements.
  • Maintain and build a positive cooperative attitude within the station. Build working relationships with co-workers, customers, vendors and the general public.
  • Act in a professional manner when representing each station.
  • Attend and participate in meetings are required.
  • Report to work on time and work established schedule/hours. Ability to work other hours or alternate schedules as needed, as assigned or required.
  • Make public appearances.
  • Complete other duties as requested and needed.

Compensation and Benefits

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.

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Digital Client Success Manager

Hubbard Radio in Brainerd is seeking a Digital Client Success Manager.

Hubbard Radio is a full-service media company with 16 radio stations and cutting-edge digital solutions in four of northern Minnesota's most beautiful and active resort communities: Alexandria, Bemidji, Brainerd and Wadena. At Hubbard, we're looking for the best people in local media to help build dominant brands that connect consumers and advertisers to build better businesses and communities. We succeed by always doing the right thing with focus, urgency, and passion.

Job Responsibilities

  • Manage the comprehensive onboarding for all new clients to ensure customers receive a highly organized training with detailed goals, timelines, checklists and processes.
  • Act as a consultant for new clients across the enterprise leveraging 2060 Digital resources, best practices, and training tools including reporting dashboard.
  • Oversee and manage multiple Client onboardings simultaneously.
  • Build agendas, manage and lead external Client meetings including kick-offs and reporting meetings.
  • Drive product strategy with client during onboarding to ensure successful long-term partnership setting a strong foundation
  • Ensure the appropriate level of connectivity are established including Google Analytics and Tag Manager, to client platforms
  • Establish and ensure creative deadlines are met
  • Track and communicate progress updates to all stakeholders
  • Spearhead process and enhancements to meet the needs of the clients, and recommend new resources where applicable
  • Liaison with internal teams to present feedback or improvements to internal processes related to onboarding, and escalate any issues preventing successful implementations.
  • Provide quality, accurate and insightful reporting including Google Analytics and train clients to use reporting dashboards, as needed.
  • Support the organization in continuously optimizing the customer experience and pursuing successful interactions throughout the onboarding lifecycle
  • Drive the client retention process
  • Other duties as assigned including special products and filling in for others as needed.

Compensation and Benefits

When extending an offer, the company considers a variety of factors such as (but not limited to) the candidate's work experience, education/training & key skills as well as internal peer equity and other market and business considerations.

For information regarding our benefits, please copy the link below and paste in your browser:

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EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.

Diversity Statement

Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding over 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU.

Job Overview

The Digital Client Success Manager (CSM) will oversee new accounts and engage with our newest clients to support the implementation of their digital products. The CSM facilitates the group of contributors dedicated to clients' successful onboardings and integrations, campaign and annual reporting, and additional client support as needed. The CSM Provides best-in-class support to both internal and external stakeholders, consistently exceeding expectations, and consequently driving revenue and client retention.

Qualifications

  • Strong project management and time management skills; familiarity with Monday.com or Asana is a plus
  • Experience with onboarding and guiding new customers toward realizing and repeating value with their new capabilities for a digital organization preferred
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills; you have the unique talent to talk technical details and business strategy, in the same conversation
  • Demonstrated people management and conflict resolution skills, including the ability to influence, negotiate and achieve results through others who are not direct reports or work for external organizations
  • Strong focus on customer service and ability to present ideas to both internal and external customers; essential to be comfortable being client-facing in meetings
  • Outstanding phone and video presence and professional communication skills; skilled in remaining composed when faced with difficult issues and tight deadlines.
  • Knowledge of current digital marketing trends and tactics
  • Advanced Google analytics certification and the ability to normalize analytical findings for a non-technical audience
  • Graphic design experience is a plus.
  • Must be highly creative, flexible and deadline-oriented with strong attention to detail
  • Ability to function successfully in team environment
  • Ability to work in compliance with company policies and procedures
  • Project an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor
  • Ability to work established schedule and other hours as needed

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Sits, stands and walks on a regular basis.
  • Ability to communicate in English both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to hear and see clearly.
  • Dexterity to manipulate computer keys and other office equipment
  • Requires the ability to think creatively, tactically and to articulate information in a clear and concise manner to others verbally and in writing.
  • Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. The Company will make reasonable physical accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job functions.

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