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KAAL-TV in Rochester is seeking a Production Assistant for Mornings.

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

Qualifications

• High school diploma, some on-the-job experience or schooling preferred but not required.
• Must know broadcast production equipment, techniques, and language or be able to learn.
• Ability to work well with people while handling stressful situations. Ability to work effectively in a high-intensity environment.
• Computer experience needed.
• Must be able to work various hours including nights, weekends, and holidays. Schedules may vary.
• Project an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to work in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Physical Requirements Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing. Work with time-sensitive information under tight deadlines and in pressure situations. Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to manipulate computer keys, cameras, teleprompter, and board controls as well as general office equipment (telephone, copier, etc.) for extended periods. Wear a headset during the course of work. Ability to read, hear, and speak clearly and follow both oral and written directions. Ability to think critically and quickly and to articulate information in a clear, concise manner to others. Sit and/or stand for extended periods. Above average pushing and pulling, bending and stooping. Climbs ladders. Lift up to 20 lbs. alone. The Company may make reasonable accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job functions.

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 is responsible for editing video and running audio for our live and recorded television newscasts and shows.

Job Responsibilities

• Partner with peers, on-air talent, producers, directors, managers, and members of the public to help ensure a professional TV newscast/show is produced.
• Accurately switch all elements of the audio under your control. Under the direction of the director, correctly switch all audio going through the audio booth. Work ahead to ensure that all elements that are needed during your shift are ready to go.
• Control the quality of the audio going through the audio booth. Ensure that all elements of the audio are at the proper level. Ensure that the balance between microphones, music, and video sources are mixed and in a proper relationship with each other.
• Availability to respond to audio needs. Be available at the audio position during your shift to handle any audio needs, especially during times when we are covering breaking news. Help with coverage of special events.
• Grow professionally as an audio operator. Seek out ways to become more knowledgeable about new technologies in our business. Bring to the attention of engineering management any ideas that would improve the product we are putting on the air. Seek additional knowledge about the operation of other areas of the department.
• Video editing that meets a high standard of accuracy, balance, and ethics.
• Operating digital NLE editing equipment and Windows computer software. Experience using Adobe Premiere preferred.
• 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.
The hourly rate of pay for this position is $15 to $17 per hour.

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

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

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KAAL-TV in Rochester is seeking a TV Producer.

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

Qualifications

• Some experience producing a local television newscast preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English well.
• 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. The hourly rate of pay for this position is $17-$20 per hour.

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

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 stores 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.

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