Cape Girardeau, MO 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 ****:

****12 is the #1 local TV station serving as the *** /CW/MeTV affiliate in the Cape Girardeau, Missouri/Paducah, Kentucky/Harrisburg, Illinois market. Founded in 1954, ****12 has a rich heritage of serving "America's Heartland” with the best local news and weather information, along with a legacy of community ser *** and disaster relief. ****12 produces more local news than any other station in the market, currently offering more than 44 hours every week, along with special high profile, topical local news programming. Heartland News on ****12 consistently leads the competition in award winning journalism having been honored this year with numerous Missouri and Illinois Broadcasters' Awards as well as prestigious Edward R. Murrow awards.

Job Summary/Description:

**** TV in Cape Girardeau, Missouri has an opening for a Multi *** Journalist to join the Heartland's Number 1 newsroom. This person must have a passion to affect change and make a difference for our viewers. Our ideal candidate is an organized, independent, ethical journalist who can enterprise stories while thriving under deadline. Applicant should also have outstanding live reporting skills. We want a passionate candidate who is aggressive and able to think on their feet in breaking news situations.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

* Enterprise and develop stories daily
* Develop great sources and contacts
* Dig into complex and important issues
* Develop new and additional creative content specifically for digital and other platforms
* Shoot, write, edit, and present compelling stories, either solo or in collaboration with a photographer
* Write in an exciting, captivating and authentic manner
* Deliver on-air news in an engaging, exciting, and accurate manner
* Interview news subjects and research for facts and credibility
* Must be a visual storyteller; perform creative stand-ups and explanatory, moving live shots
* Evenings, weekends, mornings and holidays will be required
* Be willing to learn or possess a broad and working knowledge of the viewing area, including people, places, things, and history
* Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of *** to enhance stories
* Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

* College degree in journalism, communications or related field
* At least 1 year of experience as MMJ preferred
* Be able to write in a clear, concise, conversational manner
* Excellent live reporting skills and strong on-camera presentation skills
* Experience in photojournalism, editing, and content management systems
* Understanding of the tenets of professional journalism
* Strong social *** skills
* Organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under constant time pressure deadlines is a must
* Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events
* Candidate must possess a clean driving record

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 that are interested in this position can apply through the *** -TV UltiPro employee 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.

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 ****:

****12 is the #1 local TV station serving as the *** /CW/MeTV affiliate in the Cape Girardeau, Missouri/Paducah, Kentucky/Harrisburg, Illinois market. Founded in 1954, ****12 has a rich heritage of serving "America's Heartland” with the best local news and weather information, along with a legacy of community ser *** and disaster relief. ****12 produces more local news than any other station in the market, currently offering more than 44 hours every week, along with special high profile, topical local news programming. Heartland News on ****12 consistently leads the competition in award winning journalism having been honored this year with numerous Missouri and Illinois Broadcasters' Awards as well as prestigious Edward R. Murrow awards.

The Cape Girardeau market covers 45 counties in four states and is home to four division one universities. It is where the North meets the South and East meets West. The area is rich with many diverse communities, including historic river front towns, that offer a variety of unique benefits and recreational opportunities. It is also conveniently located for easy travel to St. Louis, Memphis, Nashville and Chicago.

The station has an exceptional staff that is committed to maintaining the legacy of the institution of ****. They are forward thinking with news coverage in on-air newscasts and 24/7 on numerous digital platforms, consistently leading the competition in digital traffic across the board. This provides exciting opportunities throughout the station including News, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, and more.

Job Summary/Description:

Our ideal candidate is a leader; someone who has great news sense, intelligence and energy, plus a creative vision for what it takes to produce a solid newscast. The producer creates the newscast rundown, writes stories, builds graphics, coordinates with field crews, and communicates with all involved. This position provides editorial and production direction regarding content, coordination and newscast execution. Excellent written and oral communication skills are a must. Solid news judgment and ability to multi-task is essential. You should be calm under pressure. This position places heavy emphasis on web, mobile and social *** . The ideal candidate would be social *** and tech savvy. You must be a team player with a great attitude and be available to work various schedules.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

* Must possess excellent communication and organizational abilities, including working with newsroom management to ensure story accuracy and presentation
* Responsible for creating a unique approach to all digital elements for the newscast, including: Facebook, Twitter, OTT, website, etc.
* Must be willing to work flexible hours, including evening, weekends, and holidays as needed
* Make regular beat checks
* Work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
* Performs other incidental and related duties as assigned and attention to detail is required
* Become proficient adding breaking news and other stories to ****12.com and social *** pages plus sending out breaking news alerts
*Strong verbal and written communication skills including excellent news writing and visual story-telling ability
*Ability to make ethical journalism decisions
* Familiarity with digital video cameras, non-linear editing, and social *** platforms
* Ability to lift 35-40 lbs. of gear

Qualifications/Requirements:

* Ability to develop content through social *** and independent sources
* Ability to interpret information to establish facts and determine truth
* Basic understanding of Windows-based electronics and the ability to learn ENPS as well as new systems as they are implemented
* Experience with news photojournalism and non-linear editing
* Act as a team player while displaying an ability to handle a variety of tasks, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced, deadline driven, stressful environment
* Candidate must possess a clean driving record

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 that are interested in this position can apply through the *** -TV UltiPro employee 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.

As a condition of employment, *** Television will require that newly hired employees, whether part-time or full-time, be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus by the first workday to the extent permitted by applicable law unless you qualify for a medical or religious accommodation.

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!

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, *** ’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.

Interested in learning more? Check out the program description and apply today! You’ll be able to choose your desired location(s) and areas of interest.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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 ****:

****12 is the #1 local TV station serving as the *** /CW/MeTV/Circle/GRIT affiliate in the Cape Girardeau, Missouri/Paducah, Kentucky/Harrisburg, Illinois market. Founded in 1954, ****12 has a rich heritage of serving "America's Heartland” with the best local news and weather information, along with a legacy of community ser *** and disaster relief. ****12 produces more local news than any other station in the market, currently offering more than 48 hours every week, along with special high profile, topical local news programming. Heartland News on ****12 consistently leads the competition in award winning journalism having been honored this year with numerous Missouri and Illinois Broadcasters' Awards as well as prestigious Edward R. Murrow awards.

The Cape Girardeau market covers 45 counties in four states and is home to four division one universities. It is where the North meets the South and East meets West. The area is rich with many diverse communities, including historic river front towns, that offer a variety of unique benefits and recreational opportunities. It is also conveniently located for easy travel to St. Louis, Memphis, Nashville and Chicago.

The station has an exceptional staff that is committed to maintaining the legacy of the institution of ****. They are forward thinking with news coverage in on-air newscasts and 24/7 on numerous digital platforms, consistently leading the competition in digital traffic across the board. This provides exciting opportunities throughout the station including News, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, and more.

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.

As a condition of employment, *** Television will require that newly hired employees, whether part-time or full-time, be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus by the first workday to the extent permitted by applicable law unless you qualify for a medical or religious accommodation.