Production Assistant
JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary
The ideal candidate will be able to assist with all video production requirements of the station, which includes the editing and shooting of commercials and promos. Must be able to work with all departments and clients.
Essential Functions
1. Shoots and edits creative commercials.
2. Works directly with clients and Sales department.
3. Juggles multiple projects the require experience with videography, knowledge of audio and lighting, Final Cut Pro, and Photoshop.
4. Translates commercial scripts in English and Spanish.
Competencies
1. Technical Capability.
2. Multitasking.
3. Enthusiasm and Creativity.
4. Sound Judgment.
5. Strategic Thinking.
6. Teamwork.
Supervisory Responsibility
Reports directly to the Creative Services Director
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a Full Time position, Monday through Friday. Actual hours and schedule may vary.
Required Education and Experience
1. Spanish fluency required.
2. Videography experience a must.
3. Knowledge of audio and lighting.
4. Video editing skills (non-linear).
5. Strong knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro and Photoshop.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Entravision Communications Corporation participates in the E-Verify system operated by the US Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration and will use E-Verify to confirm work eligibility for all new hire employees.
Entravision Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We encourage women and minorities to apply.
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Marketing Associate
WTVC is looking for a Marketing Associate who will serve as a dedicated marketing, data, and content powerhouse across the station’s Sales and Solutions teams. From time to time, the Marketing Associate may manage assigned accounts in the role of a junior Marketing Consultant. The ideal candidate will be a well-organized multitasker with a passion for assisting others in the workgroup and contributing to the team’s success.
Responsibilities include:
- Work efficiently with the team of Marketing Consultants (MC) and Management to support new and existing business in achievement of substantial client and station growth
- Provide world-class administrative support to the MCs and Management and customer service to existing and new clients
- Collaborate with MCs to fulfill advertising clients’ RFP requests and manage ad scheduling process
- Drive research efforts to support MCs in selling integrated solutions to new and existing clients
- Develop client-specific advertising solutions and associated sales collateral based on client’s needs and market opportunity
- Process customer account orders and billing information with diligent attention to detail
- Manage preempts and develop make good plans to accurately represent client’s delivery requirements
- Project manage creative process and campaign execution for TV and digital solutions, including asset collection, production and trafficking
- Manage databases to proactively run reports related to critical sales outcomes and present findings to Sales and Management teams as applicable
- Provide database maintenance to ensure clean CRM and ability to pull data quickly, including determination of areas where the team can increase efficiency in marketing programs and sales strategy
- Serve as a trusted advisor by conducting high quality business and industry analyses and reporting out to internal teams and external clients
- Drive business goals by notifying sales team of upsell and account expansion opportunities
Key Attributes and Qualifications:
- Passion and enthusiasm for playing a supporting role, and contributing to team success
- Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, and colleagues
- Effectively negotiate and influence with, or without authority
- High emotional intelligence, empathy, competitiveness, and high level of urgency in delivering elite experiences for our internal team and external clients
- Strong evidence of listening skills, verbal communication, and professional writing style
- Engaged as a continuous learner with evidence of striving to be a high performer in role
- Ability to work with teammates to receive, digest, and determine necessary outcomes for an assignment and meet strict deadlines while maintaining accuracy
- Technologically savvy with ability to use multiple internet and software platforms to perform duties
- Understanding of digital reporting and analytic metrics
- Marketing or advertising experience a plus
- Microsoft Excel, Project PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!
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Investigative Reporter
WTVC seeks an enterprising and aggressive reporter to join our team of investigative and consumer reporters. We are looking for someone with a clear understanding of how to dig for a story, research it, write it with an edge, and use strong storytelling and TV production to make it impactful and memorable. The ideal candidate is an aggressive reporter with deep curiosity and unrelenting commitment to get to the bottom of an issue and hold individuals accountable.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and maintain contacts and sources in the community to enterprise story ideas
- Identify and pitch investigative angles to big daily news stories
- Work closely with Producer and Executive Producer to refine investigative pitches and story scripts
- Develop a network of sources and experts to generate investigative stories on a regular basis
- Write online versions of investigative reports and work with Digital Investigative Producer on "web extra" content for each investigation
- Maintain an active social media presence to build your brand and solicit original story ideas
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Must be able to develop and maintain sources
- Dynamic live television and storytelling skills are a must
- Strong social media skillset for both research and promoting stories as well as gathering viewer input
- Knowledge of the FOAI (Freedom of Information Act) process, computer-assisted reporting, and data-driven reporting along with familiarity of legal issues related to investigative television news reporting are essential
- Strong writing skills and knowledge of current events
- (insert years of experience needed) of investigative reporting experience preferred
- History of award-winning investigative journalism preferred
While applying please provide an online portfolio / reel link for review.
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Human Resources Manager
- Manage the onboarding and recruiting process for new hires.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment and tax laws and regulations.
- Advise and assist local leadership to resolve employee issues; conductive effective, thorough and objective investigations.
- Ensure accuracy and reliability of HR data.
- Manage annual performance review process.
- Administer FMLA, STD, LTD and other leaves of absence.
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!
News Producer
WTVC has an immediate opening for a creative News Producer! In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day production of our newscasts. This position will also work closely with the Executive Producer, Director, Assignment Desk and Anchors on the newscast and its content. In this position you will determine the content and flow of newscasts, work with management and on-air staff to generate and write stories and develop content for our web site.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Solid news judgment
- Be a compelling and accurate writer
- Be able to multitask and manage time in order to put together an exciting and informative newscast
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- The ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts
- Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving abilities are a must
- Proficient with non-linear editing (i.e. Avid) and newsroom systems, such as iNews
Experience:
- Must have at least some previous news producing experience at a commercial TV station, although the right entry-level candidate may be considered
- A Journalism degree is preferred
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!
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WGA Producer
Interested in joining the team? The CBS News Streaming Network is seeking a New York based PRODUCER to join its 24-hour coverage team. The ideal candidate is proactive, creative and editorially rigorous. They will demonstrate a firm command of journalistic standards, a keen attention to detail, and excellent newsgathering and visual storytelling skills. They must also be calm and efficient during breaking news and, while based in New York, serve as a collaborative member of a global news organization.
The producer will primarily be responsible for producing live and taped programming across a variety of coverage beats including domestic stories, breaking news, international stories, interview segments, reporter cross-talks and debriefs, medical, consumer, tech and cultural reports. This person must have strong news writing skills and a talent for producing compelling, visual segments on tight deadlines.
As a hardworking journalist, the producer needs to be proficient in all of the major storylines unfolding in the news cycle and have the ability to identify important stories that our viewers should know about. You enjoy working in a fast-paced news environment, pitching original ideas daily, carrying out day-of-air segments and pre-producing special coverage, and rising to the occasion during breaking news events.
All applicants will be reviewed and considered for current and near-future openings.
Responsibilities:
• Identify, pitch, shape and implement news segments with speed and accuracy in a fast paced environment
• Research and produce compelling segments that include quality sound, eye-catching, factually-accurate maps and graphics, and headline-grabbing banners
• Plan and implement content and formatting of show rundowns for a 24-hour streaming news channel
• Write and customize copy for anchor and reporter voices for live segments/readers as well as writing for feature and news packages
• Order original graphics
• Source and edit video elements, including from agency partners and social media
• Prepare anchors and correspondents ahead of segments
• Communicate with correspondents and producers in the bureau and in the field
• Copy edits scripts for grammar, syntax and substance (including fact checking)
• Work closely with the senior show production team and handle breaking and planned news coverage for a 24-hour streaming news network
• Communicate with control room team during execution of live segments
• Participate in daily staff editorial and production meetings
• Work with Digital Line Producers and editors to review and update segments after they air
• Serve as backup Line Producer in the Line Producer's absence
Skills and experience:
• At least 5 years of broadcast or cable news experience, with recent experience at a national or global video news organization that covers late-breaking news
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• Strong editorial judgment, communication and critical thinking skills
• Impeccable grammar and spelling with attention to detail
• Familiarity and working knowledge of digital video production-related techniques and online content management
• Exhibits calm demeanor in high pressure situations, including control room
• Previous experience working in a live control room, including serving as a Line Producer in a live-news environment
Required Competencies:
• Command of AP style and broadcast writing
• Familiarity with ENPS
• Basic video editing skills
• Sophisticated knowledge of current events, geopolitics and pop culture
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple assignments for regular programming as well as rolling breaking news coverage
• Deep understanding of news standards, rights and clearances and fact-checking practices
• Ability to work early mornings, nights, weekends and holidays, sometimes on short notice, as coverage and news priorities require, as this is a 24-hour news operation
Must pass comprehensive CBS News Digital writing test
This position is based out of the CBS News Broadcast Center
This is a position covered under the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the WGA-E. ViacomCBS is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.
CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation’s #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS WITH NORAH O’DONNELL, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network, CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations’ top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News’ streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in today’s digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Hiring Salary Range: $72,500 - $97,000.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.
https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.
At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access. https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to [email protected] Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.
Apply online at: https://careers.paramount.com/CBS%20News/job/New-York-WGA-Producer-NY-10019/906805200/
WGA Line Producer
CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation’s #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS WITH NORAH O’DONNELL, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network, CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations’ top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News’ streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in today’s digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.
Interested in joining the team? The CBS News Streaming Network is seeking a New York-based LINE PRODUCER to join its 24-hour coverage team.
The ideal candidate is proactive, creative and editorially rigorous. They will demonstrate a firm command of journalistic standards, a keen attention to detail, and excellent news gathering and visual storytelling skills. They must also be calm and efficient during breaking news and, while based in New York, serve as a collaborative member of a global news organization.
All applicants will be reviewed and considered for current and near-future openings.
Key responsibilities:
- Work closely with the executive producer & supervising producer in a fast-paced, demanding environment, handling breaking news and news-of-day demands for a 24-hour digital news channel
- Line produce editorial news content, shape show flow and stack elements in the rundown
- Work from the control room to guide shows in and out of breaks and to navigate both live and recorded content, including helping to determine when it will run in future hours
- Partner with assignment desk and booking team to request correspondents and live interview guests
- Order informative graphics and utilize compelling video to create engaging news programs
- Distribute assignments and direct a team of writers, associate producers and digital associates to build original content as well as edit and repurpose content from broadcast and other content partners
- Write teases, headlines, opening package and readers for live programming, including story slugs and lower-third banners
- Generate story ideas for future coverage
- Assign and record swap content for automated software wheel
- Monitor and take newsworthy live events to air in the control room
- Communicate with anchors, correspondents and control room team ahead of and during live shows, exhibiting a calm and professional demeanor in high pressure situations
- Serve as a mentor to junior writers
- Coordinate with sales department to implement accurate ad loads in rundowns
- May also perform the responsibilities of content producers, producers, associate producers and digital associates, as needed
Skills and experience:
- At least five years of experience producing and writing copy for a national broadcast, cable or streaming network, or equivalent local TV news experience in a major market
- Command of AP style and broadcast writing with impeccable grammar and spelling
- Strong communication skills and ability to train and advise associate producers, production assistants and junior staff in writing and editing broadcast copy
- Deep understanding for editorial production, including control room experience, with strong writing and copy editing skills
- Detail oriented with ability to work in fast-paced environment, deal with intense deadlines and continually react to breaking news with factual programming and creative storytelling
- Broad knowledge of top stories driving the news cycle, including political news, and a knack for identifying lesser-known angles that resonate with audiences
Key requirements:
- Ability to multi-task and handle multiple assignments for regular programming as well as rolling breaking news coverage
- Superior news judgment & critical thinking skills
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education in journalism or related field
- Fluency using ENPS is a must
- Deep understanding of news standards, rights and clearances and fact-checking practices
- Must pass comprehensive CBS News Digital writing test
- Must be available to work all shifts — early morning, dayside, nights, weekends and holidays — sometimes on short notice or as coverage, scheduling and news events warrant, as this is a 24-hour news organization
- This position is based in New York and requires working in-person at the CBS Broadcast Center
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Hiring Salary Range: $87,000.0 - 120,000.0.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.
https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.
At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access. https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to [email protected] Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.
Apply online at: https://careers.paramount.com/CBS%20News/job/New-York-WGA-Line-Producer-NY-10019/1030760600/
Technical Director
Location/Market: San Diego, CA
JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary
Serves as the chief of the television crew during broadcasts. Responsible for supervising pre-production of topical, news briefs, and other elements related to the promotion of the newscast.
Essential Functions
1. Participates on daily editorial meetings.
2. Operates the video switcher and associated devices live newscasts.
3. In charge of pre-production of topical, news briefs, and other elements related to the promotion of the newscast.
4. Edits and cuts all videos for the show, including headlines and teases.
5. Works closely with producers to better showcase the stories in the rundown.
6. Archives and files new footage obtained on a daily basis.
7. Records network feeds and daily air-checks.
Competencies
1. Technical Ability.
2. Attention to Detail.
3. Organizational Skills.
4. Teamwork.
5. Leadership.
Supervisory Responsibility
Reports directly to News Director
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a Full Time position. Must be available to work weekend schedule, as necessary. Actual hours and schedule may vary.
Required Education and Experience
1. College Degree preferred.
2. One year experience as technical director.
3. Ability to operate all production equipment.
4. Previous Adobe experience.
5. Knowledge of production techniques, including camera and editing.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Entravision Communications Corporation participates in the E-Verify system operated by the US Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration and will use E-Verify to confirm work eligibility for all new hire employees.
Entravision Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We encourage women and minorities to apply.
Apply at www.entravision.com/careers
Weather Anchor - Univision Denver
Location/Market: Denver, CO (HUB Market)
JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary
Responsible for relaying the market's weather stories in a way that connects with and captivates viewers, and conveys the brand
Essential Functions
- Produce weather graphics and analyze data from the National Weather Service as well as other meteorological sources.
- Create complete coverage of weather stories with accuracy, produces weather graphics and analyze data from the
National Weather Service.
- Prepares and posts forecast for multiple digital platforms and other markets.
- Strong live reporting skills a must
Competencies
- Punctuality.
- Dependability.
- Excellent Communication Skills.
- Technical Capability.
- Ability to Work Independently.
- Fluency in both Spanish & English is a must
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a Full Time position. Actual hours and schedule may vary.
Supervisory Responsibility
Reports directly to News Director
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelors Degree or minimum of 2 years experience as Meteorologist
- Must have experience with severe weather forecasting.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Entravision Communications Corporation participates in the E-Verify system operated by the US Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration and will use E-Verify to confirm work eligibility for all new hire employees.
Entravision Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We encourage women and minorities to apply. Apply online at: https://entravision.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?id=3583&site=1
Master Control Operator - WTVC
- Must be versatile and capable of learning specialized software applications
- Have an aptitude for operating electronic equipment
- Must have great attention to detail
- Must have excellent computer skills
- Must be able to work in a fast paced environment
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Broadcast operations including setting up, controlling and monitoring television broadcast equipment to transmit television programs and commercials to the viewing audience
- On-air switching, dubbing and transferring programs
- Gathering satellite feeds for broadcast use
- Preparation and operation of equipment (before, during and after live newscasts)
- Support the production of newscasts and other live or taped programming for television and multi-platform use
- Support operation of the station by assisting Engineering, News, and other departments
- Must be able to work weekends, nights and holidays
- Must be willing to come in on a call-in basis, if needed for emergency situations
- Other duties as assigned
Experience Necessary:
- Previous experience as a Master Control Operator is preferred