Madison, WI Production Jobs

About *** Television:

*** Television is a leading *** 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 W *** :

W *** serves south central Wisconsin. We are the #1 station—leading the market in news and weather coverage-- and we are recognized for sharing information with accuracy and im *** cy on our digital platforms.

We work hard and take pride in getting it right. For four years in a row, we've been recognized as the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association “News Operation of the Year” (for coverage airing in 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022). We hope for a 5-peat at the awards gala in May 2024!

What’s *** ter than working at the #1 station in the nation’s #1 city? Join our award-winning team and live, work and play in a community that is consistently named one of the best places to live in America. We are just 1.5 hours from Milwaukee, 2.5 hours from Chicago and 5 hours from Minneapolis/St. Paul.

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Job Summary/Description:

The top candidate will be uniquely qualified to produce our weekend evening newscasts and report for three days as an MMJ. We are the top-rated and award-winning affiliate in Madison, Wisconsin.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Work with a sense of im *** cy independently and as a team. It is our culture.
• Develop sources within the community to gain unique, “Only On” insight and reports on timely, important and impactful issues. If you wait for the news to come to you, this is not the job for you. You are expected to find the impactful stories behind press releases and confirm news tips as they come into the newsroom.
• Write and post copy daily on all digital platforms as new information is learned and throughout your assigned shift. This includes copy for w *** 15news.com, social *** , our news app, our digital desk and within our television newscasts.
• Execute a daily digital plan tailored to your daily assignments and long-term projects. This includes identifying opportunities for live streaming on our website, and getting breaking news to our News Now Desk.
• Produce engaging and error-free work.
• Understand our DMA, key target audiences, and where they live.
• The person we hire will be an innovator. You are willing to evolve and try new things. The way we’ve always done things no longer cuts it.
• Have the desire to win and the ability to reflect on your work and apply feedback.
• There is an opportunity for the right candidate to grow into anchoring and to back-up our veteran team when they are on vacation.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• We prefer a college degree in journalism or related field, and at least one or more years of newsroom or digital producing experience.
• Must have a desire to win, a positive attitude, and the ability to reflect on your work and apply feedback.
• Strong research skills, ability to employ critical thinking skills to dig and go “beyond the press release” and/or confirm incoming news tips via email or social *** .
• Must be able to work quickly and multi-task under deadline pressure and breaking news.
• Ability to work long hours, weekends, and overnights for breaking news and specialized coverage.
• A strong candidate will have an established and responsible presence on digital platforms, including station website, social *** , and OTT.
• Working knowledge of CMS and Digital platforms, including ARC, Social News Desk, and CrowdTangle. Photoshop experience is a plus.
• Understanding of and adherence to AP Style.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to *** , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the *** -TV UltiPro self-ser *** portal)

W *** -TV/ *** Television, Inc. is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

*** 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, *** 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.

*** 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 *** ’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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

About *** Television:

*** Television is a leading *** 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 W *** :

W *** is the *** affiliate and *** Television-owned station serving south central Wisconsin. We are the #1 station—leading the market in news and weather coverage-- and we are recognized for sharing information with accuracy and im *** cy on our digital platforms. We work hard and take pride in getting it right. For four years in a row, W *** .

Job Summary/Description:

We have an im *** te opening for a News Producer who can take our television newscasts to the next level. You will also be cross-trained to contribute to our digital platforms. You must be an innovator, who can see the big picture, as well as someone who is a stickler for the details, writing conversationally (for TV) and with AP Style (for digital).

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Our producers report to and work closely with the News Director and Executive Producer in shaping and ensuring the execution of our digital-first strategy on all platforms (website, social *** , our news and weather apps, OTT and television)
• Act with urgency and im *** cy. You are expected to research, write and post copy daily on all platforms, including *** 15.com and social *** , as new information is learned
• Identify opportunities for live streaming on our website and Facebook, getting live and user-generated content to our News Now Desk, and sending push alerts to extend the reach of our work
• Ensure story selection and placement fits newsroom standards for vision and growth
• Understand our DMA, key target audiences and where they live
• Produce engaging and error-free work

Qualifications/Requirements:

• We prefer a college degree in journalism or related field, and at least one or more years of newsroom or digital producing experience.
• Must have a desire to win, a positive attitude, and the ability to reflect on your work and apply feedback.
• Strong research skills, ability to employ critical thinking skills to dig and go “beyond the press release” and/or confirm incoming news tips via email or social *** .
• Must be able to work quickly and multi-task under deadline pressure and breaking news.
• Ability to work long hours, weekends, and overnights for breaking news and specialized coverage.
• A strong candidate will have an established and responsible presence on digital platforms, including station website, social *** and OTT.
• Working knowledge of CMS and Digital platforms, including ARC, Social News Desk and CrowdTangle. Photoshop experience is a plus.
• Understanding of and adherence to AP Style.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to *** , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the *** -TV UltiPro self-ser *** portal)

W *** -TV/ *** Television, Inc. is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

*** 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, *** 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.

*** 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 *** ’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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

About *** Television:

*** Television is a leading *** company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets, reaching 36 percent of US television households.

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

About W *** :

W *** is the *** affiliate and *** Television-owned station serving south central Wisconsin. We are the #1 station—leading the market in news and weather coverage. We’re recognized for sharing information with accuracy and im *** cy on our digital platforms. W *** was recently named "News Operation of the Year" by the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association for coverage airing in 2019.

Job Summary/Description:

Are you a high-energy creative individual who likes working with people?
W *** is seeking an energetic *** salesperson with the primary responsibility of growing advertising revenue with existing accounts and through new business development on all W *** properties including *** , CW, *** 15.com, and other digital offerings.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Develop new business and deliver advertising results for clients
• Identify and present marketing solutions to a variety of local businesses in a variety of fields
• Prospect for new accounts – make cold calls to secure needs analysis meetings and peak business interest with all the exciting programs and products we have to offer
• Research accounts and the marketplace consistently.
• Work with Creative Services on commercial production, the Traffic department on advertising copy traffic, Finance department on invoicing, discrepancies, and collection issues

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Personable with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Effectively manage time and resources
• Effective problem-solving and organizational skills
• Detail Oriented with a strong work ethic and follow-through
• Understanding of core marketing principles
• Proficient with MS Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Bachelor’s Degree Preferred

Come join our dynamic sales team, go to *** , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the *** -TV UltiPro self-ser *** portal)

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

Additional Info:

*** 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, *** 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.

*** 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 *** ’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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

Make your mark in Broadcasting and Digital *** . *** Group and Sinclair Digital Solutions are dedicated to making Sinclair a communications powerhouse! We are the largest and most diversified television broadcasting company in the country. Sinclair owns and operates, programs or provides services to more television stations than anyone and has affiliations with all major networks. Sinclair Digital group is focused on bringing the most engaging content to web, mobile and over-the-top broadcasting to audiences all over the country! Our success is the result of extraordinary employees and an exemplary management team who believe in a vision and are dedicated ensuring a great future for our employees. Whether you are an industry veteran or a just starting out, you can find it at Sinclair! We are advancing the world of Broadcasting and we want YOU to join our winning team!


The Madison Accounting and SASO Hub has a great opportunity for you! We are growing and still have open positions in our Advertising Support Operations department for Broadcast Traffic Inventory Specialists!

Are you a seasoned broadcast traffic professional, or are you a detail oriented, quick learner who would like to have a vital role in preparing for each broadcast day? Do you have an eye for detail, enjoy puzzles and can you change gears on the fly? Can you juggle tasks like a pro and do you enjoy building relationships on the phone? Do you take pride in finishing a tough challenge on a tight deadline? If so, this may be the job you've been searching for.

The Inventory Specialist is responsible for managing commercial advertisement inventory through a variation of log editing and preempting, communicating inventory oversell and availability, as well as working closely with Sales Managers daily to maximize inventory and revenue potential.

General Responsibilities:

• Verify commercial logs for accurate programming information, commercial content, product separation, advertiser separation, and extensive editing for on-air broadcast
• Lead and effectively manage all advertising material to maximize inventory and revenue potential
• Provide assistance as needed for all processes related to programming, generating sales reports, and working advanced inventory within established time parameters
• Communicate inventory availability or programming co *** icts to stations daily
• Effectively work with other team members and managers in a professional manner
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• You must be computer literate, detail-oriented, dedicated and dependable
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment is essential
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are also a must
• Broadcast TV or radio experience is a plus but we will train the right candidate

*** Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!
Job Location Madison, Wisconsin, United States Company Location HR.****.Madison.Madison.WI Position Type Full-Time/Regular

Make your mark in Broadcasting and Digital *** . *** Group and Sinclair Digital Solutions are dedicated to making Sinclair a communications powerhouse! We are the largest and most diversified television broadcasting company in the country. Sinclair owns and operates, programs or provides services to more television stations than anyone and has affiliations with all major networks. Sinclair Digital group is focused on bringing the most engaging content to web, mobile and over-the-top broadcasting to audiences all over the country! Our success is the result of extraordinary employees and an exemplary management team who believe in a vision and are dedicated ensuring a great future for our employees. Whether you are an industry veteran or a just starting out, you can find it at Sinclair! We are advancing the world of Broadcasting and we want YOU to join our winning team!

**** in Madison, WI has an opening for a Receptionist / Accounting Assistant! This is an important role. The Receptionist is our first point of contact. As such, the ideal candidate must possess excellent communication skills and interact well with others. In addition, the candidate in this role must display a professional appearance and attitude.

Responsibilities and Requirements :

• Greeting guests
• Maintaining files
• Maintaining sufficient supplies, inventory, ordering and organizing
• Assist with Accounting clerical duties and other tasks as assigned
• Must be detail-oriented and exceptionally well organized
• Great people skills and a positive, can-do attitude are essential
• Must take initiative and be a problem-solver
• Ability to work well in a team environment as well as independently
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Accounts Payable experience is plus
• At least two (2) or more years of receptionist experience is preferred, as is previous broadcast experience
  

*** Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!
Job Location Madison, Wisconsin, United States Company Location HR.****.Madison.Madison.WI Position Type Full-Time/Regular

Make your mark in Broadcasting and Digital *** . *** Group and Sinclair Digital Solutions are dedicated to making Sinclair a communications powerhouse! We are the largest and most diversified television broadcasting company in the country. Sinclair owns and operates, programs or provides services to more television stations than anyone and has affiliations with all major networks. Sinclair Digital group is focused on bringing the most engaging content to web, mobile and over-the-top broadcasting to audiences all over the country! Our success is the result of extraordinary employees and an exemplary management team who believe in a vision and are dedicated ensuring a great future for our employees. Whether you are an industry veteran or a just starting out, you can find it at Sinclair! We are advancing the world of Broadcasting and we want YOU to join our winning team!

We are seeking a Regional Accountant for our business operations hub based in Madison, WI. The Regional Accountant will report to the Regional Controller. Main duties will include supporting the business departments of assigned markets in the following areas:

• Preparation of month end close, including financial statements and general ledger
• Reconciliation of general ledger accounts
• Fixed asset management
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Variance analysis
• Human resources and payroll
• Accounts receivable and credit management

Requirements include:

• Ability to work well in a fast-paced team environment
• Ability to manage multiple tasks
• High attention to detail
• Strong accounting and analytical skills
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines
• Knowledge of SOX compliance
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, especially Excel
• Oracle experience preferred
• Television broadcasting or *** experience preferred

*** Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!

Job Location Madison, Wisconsin, United States Company Location HR.****.Madison.Madison.WI Position Type Full-Time/Regular

Make your mark in Broadcasting and Digital *** . *** Group and Sinclair Digital Solutions are dedicated to making Sinclair a communications powerhouse! We are the largest and most diversified television broadcasting company in the country. Sinclair owns and operates, programs or provides services to more television stations than anyone and has affiliations with all major networks. Sinclair Digital group is focused on bringing the most engaging content to web, mobile and over-the-top broadcasting to audiences all over the country! Our success is the result of extraordinary employees and an exemplary management team who believe in a vision and are dedicated ensuring a great future for our employees. Whether you are an industry veteran or a just starting out, you can find it at Sinclair! We are advancing the world of Broadcasting and we want YOU to join our winning team!


The Madison Accounting and SASO Hub has a great opportunity for you! We have an open position in our Advertising Support Operations department for an Inventory Specialist! The Inventory Specialist is responsible for managing commercial advertisement inventory through a variation of log editing and preempting, communicating inventory oversell and availability, as well as working closely with Sales Managers daily to maximize inventory and revenue potential.

General Responsibilities:

• Verify commercial logs for accurate programming information, commercial content, product separation, advertiser separation, and extensive editing for on-air broadcast
• Lead and effectively manage all advertising material to maximize inventory and revenue potential
• Provide assistance as needed for all processes related to programming, generating sales reports, and working advanced inventory within established time parameters
• Communicate inventory availability or programming co *** icts to stations daily
• Effectively work with other team members and managers in a professional manner
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• You must be computer literate, detail-oriented, dedicated and dependable
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment is essential
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are also a must
• Broadcast TV or radio experience is a plus but we will train the right candidate

*** Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!
Job Location Madison, Wisconsin, United States Company Location HR.****.Madison.Madison.WI Position Type Full-Time/Regular

Make your mark in Broadcasting and Digital *** . *** Group and Sinclair Digital Solutions are dedicated to making Sinclair a communications powerhouse! We are the largest and most diversified television broadcasting company in the country. Sinclair owns and operates, programs or provides services to more television stations than anyone and has affiliations with all major networks. Sinclair Digital group is focused on bringing the most engaging content to web, mobile and over-the-top broadcasting to audiences all over the country! Our success is the result of extraordinary employees and an exemplary management team who believe in a vision and are dedicated ensuring a great future for our employees. Whether you are an industry veteran or a just starting out, you can find it at Sinclair! We are advancing the world of Broadcasting and we want YOU to join our winning team!


**** has a great opportunity for you! We have an open position in our Advertising Support Operations department for an Inventory Specialist! The Inventory Specialist is responsible for managing commercial advertisement inventory through a variation of log editing and preempting, communicating inventory oversell and availability, as well as working closely with Sales Managers daily to maximize inventory and revenue potential.

General Responsibilities:

• Verify commercial logs for accurate programming information, commercial content, product separation, advertiser separation, and extensive editing for on-air broadcast
• Lead and effectively manage all advertising material to maximize inventory and revenue potential
• Provide assistance as needed for all processes related to programming, generating sales reports, and working advanced inventory within established time parameters
• Communicate inventory availability or programming co *** icts to stations daily
• Effectively work with other team members and managers in a professional manner
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• You must be computer literate, detail-oriented, dedicated and dependable
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment is essential
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are also a must
• Broadcast TV or radio experience is a plus but we will train the right candidate

*** Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!
Job Location Madison, Wisconsin, United States Company Location HR.****.Madison.Madison.WI Position Type Full-Time/Regular

Make your mark in Broadcasting and Digital *** . *** Group and Sinclair Digital Solutions are dedicated to making Sinclair a communications powerhouse! We are the largest and most diversified television broadcasting company in the country. Sinclair owns and operates, programs or provides services to more television stations than anyone and has affiliations with all major networks. Sinclair Digital group is focused on bringing the most engaging content to web, mobile and over-the-top broadcasting to audiences all over the country! Our success is the result of extraordinary employees and an exemplary management team who believe in a vision and are dedicated ensuring a great future for our employees. Whether you are an industry veteran or a just starting out, you can find it at Sinclair! We are advancing the world of Broadcasting and we want YOU to join our winning team!

*** Group has an exciting opportunity for a Regional Sales Assistant! If you would like to work in the exciting business of Television Sales, this could be the job for you.

Responsibilities :

• Entering orders received from our national advertisers
• Regular communication with the National Sales Manager, with National Agencies, and with other station departments
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements :

• A high level of organizational skills and the ability to prioritize
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Administrative support and 1-2 years experience preferred
• Broadcast Sales, *** buying or agency experience is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple tasks under a deadline

*** Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!
Job Location Madison, Wisconsin, United States Company Location HR.****.Madison.Madison.WI Position Type Full-Time/Regular