Baton Rouge, LA Production Jobs

Are you among the best and brightest at your college or university and are contemplating what’s next? Life is short. Stop waiting for “real life” to start and put your knowledge to the test. Launch your *** career with *** Television’s paid internship program!

Interested in learning more? Check out the program description and apply today!

About *** Television:

*** Television is a leading *** company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets reaching 6 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 ****:

****-TV, Louisiana's News Channel, is the dominant *** affiliate in Baton Rouge. In the past five years, our talented team has received three National Edward R. Murrow Awards.

The Internship Program:

As a paid intern, you won’t sit and watch someone else doing their job. *** ’s intern program is an immersive experience where you serve as a valued team member to our award-winning teams.

With 113 television stations across the U.S., *** Television offers an u *** ecedented opportunity for students to learn an area of broadcast expertise from seasoned professionals in the business. Whether your interest involves news, production, sales, marketing, or engineering, our stations become a hands-on learning environment for *** Television interns. If we have an employee doing it, there can be a *** intern learning and earning.

Not only will you walk away with an expanded resume and portfolio, but *** ’s paid internship opens doors to begin your full-time career with *** Television. Many of our current employees started as interns. Our paid internship program puts you at the front of the line for full-time job openings, armed with the training you received from your internship.

We’re committed to a broad applicant recruiting outreach program in our continuing efforts to represent our diverse community.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Be currently enrolled in a college/university (preferred Junior/Senior)
Strong work ethic, and organizational skills
Earning a degree in Journalism/Communications, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, News, Sports, or related fields, with a desire to get hands-on experience in the local *** industry

If you are interested in interning in these areas, the station may have openings in these departments for you:

• Marketing
• Sales
• Creative Services
• Sports
• Weather
• News Production
• News MMJ
• Engineering

We look forward to hearing from you!

Interested in the program? Go to *** , type "Intern ****" (in search bar)

****-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 or by the first workday.

The Human Resources Business Administrator will plan, direct, coordinate or liaise one or more administrative services of the business unit, such as records and information management, reports and accounts payable, payroll, facilities planning and maintenance, operations, human resources, assisting GM and RVP and other office support services. This position reports directly to the VP/GM.

• Maintain employee personnel/HR files
• Administer employment processes: benefits, onboarding/orientation, leave benefits, employee verifications and management of payroll
• Maintain EEO compliance reports
• Manage worker's comp and auto insurance claims
• Prepare and submit monthly operational reports such as station corporate credit card
• Distribute monthly financial reports
• Handle all aspects of accounts payable
• Liaise with Sr. Leadership, Corporate staff
• Discreet nature with access to critical private information is necessary
• Effective employee communication skills
• Organize and direct station employee events
• Manage all employee/vendor/trade contracts
• Oversee station fleet and employee gas cards
• Attend/contribute to weekly department head meetings
• Buy/stock station supplies
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills :

• Bachelor's degree preferred, plus 3-5 years in Human Resources, Business Administrator, or Office Manager Capacity is preferred
• Interpersonal savvy - relates well with all people
• Builds rapport and effective relations and uses diplomacy and tact. Confidentiality is crucial
• Approachability - is easy to approach and talk to; is a good listener
• Action Oriented - enjoys working hard, and is action oriented
• Problem solving & decision making - uses logic and methods to solve difficult problems, finds sources for input, makes good decisions based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgement
• Planning/organizing - prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans
• Developing self & others - confident and assertive when providing coaching, guidance or direction

We are looking for a Creative Services Director to develop and lead the overall marketing and promotional strategy of our stations and digital platforms. Experience with project management, news promotion, creative script writing, field and studio production, and non-linear editing experience is essential. Here in Baton Rouge, LA, we operate 4 stations: *** 44, *** 33, CW21 and ****. These stations are either owned or operated by Nexstar *** Group, Inc. Nexstar owns America's largest local broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with over 200 owned or partner stations in 117 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Learn more at www.Nexstar.tv .

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides leadership for the promotions team.
• Makes decisions regarding hiring, evaluation, promotion, and termination of employees.
• Develops and executes promotions strategies to enhance station competitiveness.
• Manages and leads the department to create new and profitable initiatives and events.
• Plans and directs staffing, training, and performance evaluations.
• Responsible for the brand identity of the stations and website.
• Works with Sales to plan and execute revenue-generating marketing and promotional events and contests that take place on-air, online, and on-site.
• Creates and reviews operational records and reports to assess the efficacy of promotions.
• Supervises local commercial production.
• Ability to develop outside advertising plans with other *** such as radio, cable, billboards, and digital.
• Experience in working with broadcast networks in executing coop advertising and completing documentation to recover network coop reimbursement.
• Coordinates promotion of and participation in community events
• Oversees the station's on-air graphics packages and related equipment.
• Works with *** , *** , and the CW to promote network programming and execute co-branding opportunities.
• Creatively writes, shoots, and edits content to tell compelling stories.
• Manages video equipment and software needs.
• Ability to shoot and edit scripts for short and long form spots from concept to completion.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills :

• Minimum 3-5 years commercial production experience, preferably at a local television station or advertising agency
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising or Mass Communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Experience guiding, directing, and motivating subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
• Ability to identify the developmental needs of promotions team and to coach or mentor to improve their knowledge or skills.
• Experience establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
• Advanced knowledge of the post-production process, including *** management and encoding video to various formats
• Knowledge of High-definition (HD) cameras and videography, motion graphics and proper lighting techniques
• Software skills required include Adobe CC Suite production package including Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Audition, Adobe Creative Suite, *** Encoder, etc.
• Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Meet all deadlines, fulfill scheduling commitments, and consistently achieve quick turnarounds in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.
• Must have a valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Work Environment / Mental / Physical Requirements: This position requires the occasional lifting of objects up to 50 pounds. Work may be conducted in extreme outdoor weather conditions. Position may require long hours, work on weekends & evenings may be required. High stress environment with deadline pressures. Some travel may be required. The employee in this position must be able to sit, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, work near others, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. Repetitive movements are required.

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 ****:

****-TV, Louisiana's News Channel, is the dominant *** affiliate in Baton Rouge. The tradition of television in Baton Rouge began on April 19, 1953, when **** signed on the air as the second television station in Louisiana.

Job Summary/Description:

We are looking for an experienced Digital *** Account Executive to join our successful sales department. As a Digital *** Account Executive, you would be responsible for generating digital revenue by identifying prospects, developing partner-focused strategy, building presentations, negotiating and closing deals, and building long-term relationships. Ultimately, this position will increase sales and nurture client relationships at a high standard.

We’re searching for a passionate salesperson with a history of driving innovative digital sales strategies. You’re a self-starter, enjoy keeping up on the latest trends, are capable of prospecting and exploring new business, have a history of digital sales, and love to hustle while using your creative side.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Driving revenue by finding new prospects
• Cultivating, developing, and maintaining relationships with key decision-makers at both the agency and client level
• Answering leads in the form of incoming phone calls and emails
• Utilizing marketing and sales collateral, visual presentations, research reports, and sales support data to ensure prospective clients understand our range of capabilities
• Working with AEs on comprehensive client proposals when television needs to be a part of the overall strategy
• Managing all aspects of the sales communication and negotiation process and keeping management aware of status by providing accurate forecasts
• Managing prospects in CRM
• Meeting and exceeding sales expectations monthly, quarterly, and annually

What You'll Get -

• Great work-life balance
• Ongoing professional training
• Competitive base salary and commission rate depending on experience
• Full benefits including health insurance
• Additional benefits including life insurance, long-term and short-term disability
• Competitive 401(k) retirement matching
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Regular company social events

Qualifications/Requirements:

• At least 2 years of digital sales experience
• Strategic, consultative selling experience with proven ability to navigate large and complex deals
• Proven experience in creating presentations
• The ability to work across departments to meet the targets of the digital department
• Expert negotiation skills with experience in high-level sales deals
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively while also ensuring the accuracy of work through attention to detail
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) with the aptitude to communicate effectively in both individual and group settings
• Must be results-driven, and take appropriate steps to achieve goals while taking ownership of situations as needed
• Proven ability to deliver timely, accurate work products and demonstrate good follow-up and follow-through
• Proven ability to build supportive and constructive relationships within and outside of the organization

* Base salary + commission *

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)

****-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 101 television markets. Upon closing pending transaction, *** will own television stations serving 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 ****:

****-TV, Louisiana's News Channel, is the dominant *** affiliate in Baton Rouge. The tradition of television in Baton Rouge began on April 19, 1953, when **** signed on the air as the second television station in Louisiana.

Job Summary/Description:

****, *** Television’s *** affiliate in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, has an im *** te opening for an experienced Account Executive to join our team of integrated marketing/advertising professionals. At ****, we help our clients “find and keep their very best customers” using effective research, marketing, and advertising. If you have *** sales experience and see yourself as a high-energy, creative individual who likes working with people, this could be your opportunity to make more money at the #1 *** company in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The right candidate will be a good communicator and know how to use creativity to solve problems, develop ad campaigns, and motivate others. You will be given a list of current clients, but your real job will be to develop new businesses to grow and maintain.

Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):

• Be a NEW BUSINESS Champion – 80% of your time devoted to growing your list in the form of New Business
• Maintain a list of ongoing accounts: Including seeing, presenting new ideas, keying orders, and any other day-to-day operations
• Researching Ideas for both New and existing accounts
• Building dynamic presentations, customized to grow your client's business
• Forecasting monthly and quarterly results and achieving annual goals

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• 2 years Sales Experience, OR a background or education in Business
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage your time effectively
• Ability to use creativity to solve problems
• Ability to develop campaigns and motivate others
• A real desire to understand your clients and their businesses
• A thirst for ongoing learning: advertising, marketing, television, digital
• Experience selling digital products/strategies including audience targeting, social *** , PPC, SEO
• Excellent knowledge of presentation software, MS Office products, and CRM software
• Must meet the *** Television driving requirements and have a valid driver’s license

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)

****-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 ****:

****-TV, Louisiana's News Channel, is the dominant *** affiliate in Baton Rouge and the recent winner of a National Edward R. Murrow award for Best Newscast. ****, Louisiana's News Channel, is the market-leading, *** affiliate in Baton Rouge.

Job Summary/Description:

****-TV is looking for a creative and passionate producer who is ready to deliver urgent, important, and unique content for our 4pm newscast. The ideal candidate must be able to work under pressure and meet daily deadlines in a high-energy environment. We are looking for a producer who is a conversational writer with a good eye for graphics and other visuals to help produce compelling newscasts.

Please note - primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the information above

Qualifications/Requirements:

* Good writing skills
* College degree
* Ability to work well under pressure

Come join our dynamic 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 Group, 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 or by the first workday.

The Integrated Digital Specialist is the digital marketing services sales lead that will also assist the sales department with multiple tasks.

• Execution of client campaigns from start to finish.
• Provides creative and innovative solutions for clients utilizing industry trends, selling techniques, and digital product knowledge.
• Create and execute, go-to-market strategies and tactics that result in superior outcomes for the client and in accordance with departmental, company and personal revenue goals.
• Monthly reporting and optimizations for all digital marketing campaigns
• Performs all clerical functions for the Sales Department
• Enters order, traffic and accounting data using computers, ledgers, orders, and other resources.
• Confers with coworkers to answer inquiries and resolve account problems.
• Monitors inventory
• Maintains files and other business records.
• Maintain workflow Wide Orbit
• Work & facilitate daily preempts/make-goods/late runs.
• Add new orders understanding urgency with priority as the focus.
• Research invoice discrepancies
• Other duties as assigned.
• Requirements & Skills :
• BA or BS in Business, Marketing, Advertising or Communications preferred.
• Digital marketing or *** sales experience is preferred.
• Strong oral, problem solving, communications, writing, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Time management and ability to juggle multiple tasks.
• Solve problems, collaborate with teammates, and utilize all resources available.
• Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and team player.
• Ability to execute in an organization through collaboration and a consultative process.
• Excellent follow-up and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently.

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 ****:

****-TV, Louisiana's News Channel, is the dominant *** affiliate in Baton Rouge. ****, Louisiana's News Channel, is the market-leading, award-winning *** affiliate in Baton Rouge. In the past five years, our talented team has received three National Edward R. Murrow Awards.

Job Summary/Description:

**** is looking for a meteorologist to work weekend mornings and three other days during the week, as assigned. This position also requires doing traffic reports.

****-TV is looking for a meteorologist to join our well-respected First Alert Storm Team. This position will include working for our weekend morning newscasts and working weekdays as assigned. This position also requires reporting on traffic conditions, as assigned.

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

Qualifications:

- Great presentation skills
- College degree
- Ability to work well under pressure

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)

****-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 or by the first workday.

The Sales Account Executive generates advertising revenue by calling on established agencies, cold-calling new prospects and convincing potential clients of the merits of television advertising.

• Implements strategies to consistently grow revenue and exceed revenue goals.
• Establishes credible relationships with local business community.
• Makes sales calls on existing and prospective clients.
• Maintains assigned accounts and develops new accounts.
• Prepares and delivers sales presentations to clients.
• Explains to customers how specific types of advertising will help promote their products or services in the most effective way possible.
• Provides clients with information regarding rates for advertising placement in all *** .
• Develops advertising schedules with clients and station personnel responsible for placing advertising into station *** .
• Works with clients and station personnel to develop advertisements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills :

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising or Mass Communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• Minimum one year's experience in sales, preferably in the *** field.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Experience achieving long-range objectives and implementing the strategies and actions to achieve them.
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.