Rights and Clearances Department Production Jobs

The Operations Technician maintains the technical integrity of the station's on-air signals and its equipment from acquisition to distribution. The Operations Technician will be responsible to communicate effectively with the production department, as this is integral for a smooth outcome of newscasts. This position supports all station efforts in-house and on remote location.

Job Responsibilities:

• Operate robotic cameras and studio floor directing
• Moving and handling of props and sets during in-house and on-location productions (this could mean assisting in moving heavy equipment)
• Maintain appearance of *** including cleaning of set and floors
• Maintain and understand lighting grid and control board with knowledge to maintain proper programming. Ability to climb ladders to change light bulbs and adjust fixtures as needed.
• Dress microphone's and IFB's for all on camera appearances
• Basic multi- *** computer skill and familiarity with current Internet technology including downloading of materials for promos and commercial client spots
• Assist with promotional effort at station-sponsored community events as assigned.
• Work as needed in control room in technical positions (including camera control and audio)
• Must be able capable of following instructions, verbally and written
• In-person attendance is required
• Other duties as assigned by the TV Operations Manager

Experience Requirements:

• Prior experience in broadcast news production, technical school or college technical classes preferred, but not required.
• Related military experience will be considered

Qualification Requirements:

Must have a \"can do\" attitude and a passion for excellence

• Must have flexibility to work various days and shifts as assigned regularly including weekends and holidays
• Must be able to work effectively with other team members
• Must have ability to perform with accuracy while under pressure
• Must be able to multi-task accurately
• Must be able to follow instructions, verbal and written

Education:

• Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience.
• Military training and experience will be considered
  
  About Us
  
  At *** Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.
  
  *** Television owns and operates 33 television and two radio stations serving 26 *** markets across 39 states reaching over 21 million U.S. television households. Through its partnership with nearly all of the major networks, *** Television distributes national content over nearly 70 video channels including programming from *** , *** , *** , CW, MY Net, MeTV, This TV, Estrella and more. The radio stations are leaders in Baltimore news/talk and rock music listenership. *** Television is recognized as one of the industry's premier companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service. *** Television is a wholly owned subsidiary of *** .

**** is a multi-platform local *** leader. Our passionate team members serve our viewers and clients with world-class content and advertising solutions seen by thousands of consumers every day. And because we know consumers do not want to be constrained, we are driven to ensure every news story and every advertising solution will reach them wherever they are, and on whatever de *** they are using. As part of the global *** team, based in Des Moines, Iowa, our resources to serve our viewers, clients and employees are best-in-class.

**** employees change the world with their work. Our journalists produce award-winning content that helps consumers makes sense of their community. Our sales team delivers strategic advertising solutions to help local businesses fulfill their dreams. The **** team also cares deeply about their friends and neig *** rs. Every year their collective work raises thousands of dollars and awareness for local charitable causes.

The Sales Assistant/Client Success Specialist works side-by-side with our multi- *** sales consultants to serve our local clients. You will partner with other sales team members to generate presentations, manage orders, maintain the client database, and ensure our client communication is exceptional. You will help our team deliver a high-quality **** experience in a cheerful way to our clients and your colleagues. This is an opportunity to get in on the ground floor with plenty of opportunity to advance. If you are a driven and passionate professional looking for a way to make an im *** te impact, we want to hear from you.

Job Responsibilities:

• Partner with our sales team on the development of sales proposals, advertising packages and client presentations.
• Create supporting marketing materials for our sales team.
• Effectively communicate with internal staff and external clients on performance and delivery of campaigns.
• Manage the details from proposal to order entry.
• Maintain and organize ****'s client database and client files.
• Assist ****'s Research Director with updating programming and rates in our sales system.
• Assist in monitoring the client ser *** experience with all local clients
• Provide periodic support for the President and General Manager or Business Manager as needed.
• Back-up our Program Director as called on.

Experience Requirements:

• Must have computer and software experience.
• Client relations and team support experience.
• Previous commercial television experience a plus, military experience considered.

Qualifications Requirements:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, WideOrbit, and *** Line.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment, manage multiple projects and tight deadlines.
• Consistently meet deadlines in a challenging and dynamic environment.
• Capable of learning new systems promptly and thoroughly.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Must be highly-focused, organized, and detail oriented.
• Must take pride in work, respond to instruction well, thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working independently and perform at a consistently high-level.
• Extreme attention to detail.
  
  About Us
  
  At *** Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.
  
  *** Television owns and operates 33 television and two radio stations serving 26 *** markets across 39 states reaching over 21 million U.S. television households. Through its partnership with nearly all of the major networks, *** Television distributes national content over nearly 70 video channels including programming from *** , *** , *** , CW, MY Net, MeTV, This TV, Estrella and more. The radio stations are leaders in Baltimore news/talk and rock music listenership. *** Television is recognized as one of the industry's premier companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service. *** Television is a wholly owned subsidiary of *** .

**** 8 offers paid internships in the News department. In order to apply for an internship at **** 8, please provide a cover letter with your application. The cover letter should include:

• Semester i.e. Summer or Fall
• Available start and end dates
• Days and hours available to intern

Additional Requirements

As part of its continued efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees, *** Television requires that all newly hired employees be fully vaccinated (as defined by the CDC) against the coronavirus by the first day of employment as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by applicable law. HTV will consider requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable legal requirements.

The Opportunity

An internship at **** 8 News offers the chance to learn how a television newsroom works and build up your professional skills with mentorship from award-winning journalists. You will choose a career path and start doing the work of a producer, digital editor, reporter or photographer. Your work will be reviewed by a manager or professional mentor. The goal is to reach a level where your work makes it on-air or online, and you're ready for your first job.

This is a paid internship with limited openings available. Each internship will be part-time during the fall and spring semesters, and full-time during the summer. Only those who intend to pursue a career in broadcast journalism should apply.

About Us

At *** Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.

*** Television owns and operates 33 television and two radio stations serving 26 *** markets across 39 states reaching over 21 million U.S. television households. Through its partnership with nearly all of the major networks, *** Television distributes national content over nearly 70 video channels including programming from *** , *** , *** , CW, MY Net, MeTV, This TV, Estrella and more. The radio stations are leaders in Baltimore news/talk and rock music listenership. *** Television is recognized as one of the industry's premier companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service. *** Television is a wholly owned subsidiary of *** .