News Director/On-Air Talent

Hubbard Radio Bemidji is seeking a News Director/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 Brand & Conent Director or Consultant.
  • Project a 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.
  • 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. The Company may make reasonable accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job functions.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is $35,000- $45,000. 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/"

Job Overview

Oversee day-to-day news operations to ensure quality, saleable, highly rated content that establishes the Station as the dominant broadcast source of quality news, information and community involvement and serve as an on-air personality for one of our highly rated radio stations.

Job Responsibilities

  • Establish and direct the news content for each day for radio stations and bemidjinow.com
  • Find stories that lend themselves to other platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, etc.
  • Supervise the distribution of breaking news via all sources (including social media).
  • 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 performing and 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.
  • 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 as 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.

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 nearly 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.

On-Air Talent

Hubbard Radio in Bemidji is seeking an 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 Brand & Conent Director or Consultant.
  • Project a 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.
  • 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. The Company may make reasonable accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job functions.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is $35,000- $45,000. 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/"

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 performing and 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.
  • 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 as 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.

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 nearly 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.

Account Executive

Hubbard Radio Bemidji is seeking an Account Executive.

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 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 and courteous 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.
  • Clean driving record.  Driving record will be checked.  
  • 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.

Diversity Statement

Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding nearly 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 General 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

The starting salaried base compensation is $35,000 to $45,000 annually. Additional commissions (or bonuses) may be earned above the base salaried amount.

EEO Statement

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

For more details and to apply, click here.

Assistant Program Director / On-Air Host

WCIC, a Northwestern Media station in beautiful and vibrant Peoria, IL, exists to reach listeners with the message of God’s compelling love and hope. As Assistant Program Director / On-Air Host you would fill the vital role of helping shape the on-air content of WCIC and impacting our listening audience with an engaging music show.

 

If you’re a seasoned host with at least three years of broadcasting experience; you know what it takes to create and execute a strategic plan; you have the personality to contribute to a fun and uplifting environment; and you’re passionate about serving our amazing listeners, you may be just who we’re looking for!

 

Learn more about WCIC at https://www.wcicfm.org  - view job responsibilities, qualifications and apply at https://jobs.unwsp.edu/.

 

Account Executive

Leighton Broadcasting in Alexandria MN is looking for a bright, resourceful, highly motivated and committed individual who will generate business by creating customized marketing solutions through Radio and Digital campaigns. This position requires outside direct sales with the ability to set appointments and present solutions that get results for all types of local businesses.

You’ll represent our three radio stations, plus our digital products, and of course, our website www.voiceofalexandria.com     

Marketing degree or previous direct sales experience preferred, proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint, some knowledge of Digital Marketing preferred. To apply please

go to www.leightonbroadcasting.com, click on Careers, then Open Positions, and then Alexandria.

TV Producer

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

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

  • Some experience producing a local television newscast preferred.
  • Ability to read, write and speak English well.
  • Must be able to add and subtract time. o Able to work with others as part of a team.
  • Excellent organization and writing skills including grammar and spelling
  • Understands when to take charge of situations when it is warranted.
  • Four-year Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism or communications or equivalent experience. 
  • Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and safe driving history as determined by the Company. Driving record will be checked.

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 nearly 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

Responsible for writing newscasts and production of the broadcast.

Job Responsibilities

  • With the Executive Producer, constructs and plans a daily newscast by organizing, writing, selecting, and making creative decisions for assigned live newscast, using criteria established by management. Makes decisions about stories to be included, 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. Writes and rewrites stories as needed. Plans for contingencies.
  • Makes sure all aspects of the newscast are complete before the newscast airs. Plans ahead and meets deadlines so newscasts can run smoothly for all involved. Important aspects include completed scripts, graphic information, video lists, all necessary script times, and key information. Enters information for story choices and storied into the newsroom computer system. Notifies proper people of any changes or special situations that may come up in a timely manner (i.e. breaking news, live shots)
  • Writes and posts stories to website and other media platforms. Posts to social media. Frequently updates online stories.
  • Shoots and edits videotape for broadcast as needed.
  • Communicates frequently throughout the shift and works collaboratively with others in the newsroom including reporters, anchors, photographers, assignment desk staff, creative services and other producers about the newscast and any changes being made. Relays story and newscast instructions and information throughout the day via telephones, e-mails, faxes or other ways available. Motivates staff before and during newscast.
  • Responds and work well in a crisis and during breaking news. Handles last minute and unexpected changes. Communicates quickly and clearly to necessary staff and talent.
  • Writes clear, accurate and interesting stories. Ensures that any visuals shown are relevant, appropriate and impact. Breaks down complicated and involved stories so that they are easy to understand.
  • Makes decisions about the timing of a live newscast as it is being broadcast. The Producer watches the live newscast from a designated control room. Communicates changes to director, technical director, audio operator, graphics person, studio operators (inc. camera operators, floor director, teleprompter operator), videotape operator, master control operator, and anchors. Decisions about the live newscast are immediate and communications must be relayed clearly and timely.
  • Completes post-show paperwork and tasks including the technical trouble report and archiving.
  • Attends editorial and strategic meetings. Comes prepared to meetings and interacts professionally with others. Contributes story ideas on a daily basis.
  • Is knowledgeable of local, national and world events. Has a handle on what is going on in the community.
  • Consults with news director, executive producer and/or assistant news director on difficult editorial issues
  • May travel but only on a very limited basis and in special circumstances.
  • Works established schedule. Fills in for others and other positions if needed.

For more details and to apply, click here.

Account Executive

KAAL-TV in Rochester is seeking an Account Executive. 

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.

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.

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/"

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.

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 nearly 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.

Promotions/Digital Content Producer

The BOB FM Network of Minnesota (KLCI-FM, KDDG-FM, KBGY-FM, WLKX-FM, WQPM-A) is seeking a Promotions/Digital Content Producer to work alongside our programming and sales staff. This person will primarily be responsible for managing the digital platforms and content on social media of the BOB FM radio Network. They will also assist in creating and executing promotional events, contests and giveaways. 

 

This position would involve managing the company websites, improving navigation, along with content creation for the websites. It would also involve being creative with social media content for engaging the audience. This position would also include helping the sales staff create and coordinate digital and on-air promotions to drive revenue.  

 

Ideal candidates would have a knowledge of current social media trends as well as staying in front of new trends, have a desire to be creative with digital content, and ability to work alongside others to create and execute station events and promotions. A background in radio would be helpful, but not required.  

To apply send your resume and cover to geoff@mybobcountry.com. For questions, please call 763-450-7777. Milestone Radio is an equal opportunity employer. 

Intern Sports Department

KSTP-TV in Minneapolis/St. Paul is seeking an Intern for the Sports Department.

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

  • Full-time student pursuing a college degree with a major in journalism, mass communications or related field in an accredited institution of higher learning.
  • Should have recommendation of the academic advisor of the student.
  • Ability to read, write and speak English well with good communications skills.
  • Good news judgment and understanding of daily sports news content.
  • Able to work well in a high-pressure environment, often under tight deadlines. Must be capable of handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and managing time-sensitive material in real-time.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented.
  • Proficient with computers and web-based skills in research.
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office software suite.

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 nearly 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

A professional internship for a full-time student on the college/university level providing practical sports journalism experience through paid internship work on a weekly basis within the sports department of a local television newsroom in the Twin Cities.

Job Responsibilities

  • Works in the sports department as assigned, learning first-hand the operation of the newsroom and gaining valuable hands-on experience under the direct supervision of sports staff.
  • Activities to include any regular functions of the newsroom, including but not limited to writing, producing, reporting, photojournalism, and operations in the day-to-day newsgathering performed by members of the sports and news department staffs.
  • Attends daily editorial meetings, checks news sources, including wire services, email contacts, and phone calls received by the content desk.
  • Assigned practical work in supporting working journalists, including researching, writing, and editing material to be reviewed and potentially incorporated in the newsgathering processes of the sports department.
  • Is knowledgeable about local, national, and world sports news. Is informed about issues and concerns of the station’s audience.
  • Other duties as may be assigned, in keeping with the spirit of providing practical experience to the student who will, in turn, document the internship as may be required by their educational institution.

Physical Requirements:
Must be able to work in areas and conditions that are often noisy with many distractions. Must be able to listen to and respond verbally in English to others. Must have manual dexterity to operate office equipment (including telephone, PC workstation, copier, etc.) and manipulate computer keys. Ability to think critically and logically. Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. Average pushing and pulling, bending and stooping. Articulate information in a clear, concise manner to others verbally and in writing. Must be able to move quickly at times throughout the building. Works with time-sensitive information under tight deadlines and in pressure situations. Must be able to stand or sit for periods of time. Able to work outside as needed to gather information, including video shots, for stories. The Company will make reasonable physical accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job functions.
Working Environment:
Works in professional, fast-paced, collaborative team environment with a number of members at any given time.

For more details and to apply, click here.

News Producer (Evening)

KTTC-TV in Rochester, MN is seeking a News Producer (Evening).

Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households. 

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business. 

About KTTC:

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.

To learn more about KTTC visit:  https://www.kttc.com/page/living-working-and-playing-in-rochester-minnesota/

Job Summary/Description:  

Producers are the air traffic controllers of a newscast. They see the big picture and know where all stories will take off and land. KTTC-TV is looking for someone to lead our newscasts, ensuring timely departures and safe flights. Okay, analogy is done.

Viewers are looking for more than a recap of the day when they watch a 6pm or 10pm newscast. A successful producer will take the opportunity to dive deep into the “why” and “how” of each day’s news, giving viewers a reason to switch from Netflix and watch. Together with a dedicated newsroom of anchors and reporters, this position will be responsible for shaping the lead story, working with staff on innovative ways to present content, and exploring new ways to use resources like our studio to inform.

Digital is a priority in our newsroom and this producer will also be responsible for making sure content in their show is also reflected and expanded online.

Please note - the primary job responsibilities include but are not limited to the duties listed above 

Qualifications/Requirements:

▪️ Strong writing skills are a necessity for this role.  Time management is crucial to making sure the content is in your show before air.  Being a good communicator is also important.  You will be working closely with anchors, reporters, photographers, and directors to create a cohesive broadcast.

▪️ Some familiarity with editing video and broadcast writing is welcome.

Interested applicants may go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees that are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

KTTC-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior to the first workday.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Journalism or related field.

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