Charleston, WV Production Jobs

The News Anchor serves as the primary presenter of news stories and other content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.

• Presents news stories and other content for all platforms.
• Ensures that all news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
• Writes and delivers news stories in a clear and concise manner.
• Produces newscasts and communicates clear direction with team members.
• Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating news programming and other content.
• Acts as a field reporter as assigned.
• Conducts interviews with news personnel and others.
• Responds to breaking news and other urgent newsrooms situations as required.
• Participates in promotional activities including public appearances.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Edits video clips as assigned.
• Writes content for the website and other e *** platforms.
• Interacts with viewers/users on social *** sites.

Requirements & Skills :

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required.
• Minimum five years' experience in news reporting or anchoring. (More or less depending on market size.)
• Superior on-air presence.
• Excellent news judgment with an expansive knowledge of local and national current events, history, newsmakers and issues.
• Experience guiding, directing and motivating others.
• Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills.
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Flexibility to work any shift.

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The News Producer produces daily newscast items, decides the order in which stories will be told, writes teases and other content, times news programs, edits video, and posts video to the website.

• Produces newscasts for broadcast across all platforms
• Writes and orders news stories
• Approves scripts
• Balances news and feature content to create compelling broadcasts
• Edits video
• Writes stories for the website and other e *** platforms
• Interacts with viewers and users on social *** sites
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills :

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Fluency in English
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Minimum two years' experience in news operations (Depending on market size)
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Flexibility to work any shift

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The Account Executive works within established Sales Department guidelines to increase sales volume with assigned accounts, aggressively seeks new customers for both TV and e *** business, executes plans and strategies set forth by sales management, maintains awareness of the competition, and maintains visibility in the community. One to two years experience in Television and/or *** Sales a plus.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• 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.

Please go to:

www.nexstar.tv or www.wowktv.com to access all career opportunities for ****-TV and Nexstar *** Inc.

****-TV is an equal opportunity employer.

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The News Producer produces daily newscast items, decides the order in which stories will be told, writes teases and other content, times news programs, edits video, and posts video to the website.

• Produces newscasts for broadcast across all platforms
• Writes and orders news stories
• Approves scripts
• Balances news and feature content to create compelling broadcasts
• Edits video
• Writes stories for the website and other e- *** platforms
• Interacts with viewers and users on social *** sites
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills :

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Fluency in English
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Minimum two years' experience in news operations (Depending on market size)
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Flexibility to work any shift

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The Digital Producer leads the transition from broadcast focused newsrooms to multi-platform newsrooms through active daily example; providing training in methods, processes and tactics; as well as in creating/editing original content beyond that which is produced for on-air.

• Develops and leads winning strategy for station content
• Expert understanding of Facebook, Twitter, and other social *** platforms
• Reviews copy and will correct errors in content, grammar, and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines
• Use our Social *** and Website to build and reinforce brand recognition and drive viewers to television
• Determines a story's emphasis, length, and format, and organizes material accordingly
• Research and analyze background information related to news stories in order to be able to provide complete and accurate information
• Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions
• Pitches on-brand local and trending stories during morning meetings
• Checks reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain relevant facts
• Shoots and edits content for on-air and digital
• Produces reports for all platforms
• Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
• Builds and calendars digital campaigns to promote local shows and specials.
• Writes stories for the web and other digital platforms
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Finds new ways to use Social *** and our website to engage with viewers

Requirements & Skills :

• Degree in journalism; daily newspaper or news site experience required; live, working web samples and/or print pages preferred
• Proficiency in Associated Press style, Adobe Photoshop, Dreamweaver, and Basic HTML preferred
• CSS, Flash and other relevant technology skills is a plus
• Maintain positive work environment through active team participation and cooperation with co-workers in all departments
• Responds positively to feedback

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 ****:

**** is committed to investigative journalism and telling stories that impact our local communities. **** covers a wide, diverse area comprised of three states. Many small towns sit along the Ohio River and smaller rivers and streams that run through rolling hills. Our viewers and customers are extremely friendly and down-to-earth. Although we're not a major metropolitan region, the **** market enjoys relatively close proximity to many large eastern cities, and is easily accessible by interstate, rail, river and air.

We enjoy all four seasons, and the activities that come with each. Nature is always a short distance away, with many surrounding state parks and lakes for recreation. Within the larger towns and cities, there is a vibrant night life with many outstanding restaurants and local festivals throughout the year.

Since 1949, **** has been the overwhelming number one choice for Breaking News, Severe Weather coverage and information in western West Virginia, eastern Kentucky, and southern Ohio. Generations of residents have grown up counting on **** to be a window to their world on-air and now digitally. Our people, on-air and behind the scenes, are trusted friends and neig *** rs in the community. There is a culture within our walls that recognizes the responsibility we carry, to continue what was started more than sixty years ago. We take pride in our ratings, our content, our status, and the need to maintain the work ethic that got us to where we are.

There has always been a family atmosphere at ****. We care about each other, and know that we are stronger as one team than as many individuals. We take our jobs seriously, and know that we can be successful and have fun at the same time.

Job Summary/Description:

****-TV, a dominant #1 station, is looking for a full-time multi *** journalist. We are seeking a reporter that is passionate about the art of storytelling through crafted scripts, compelling interviews, creative video, meaningful natural sound and skilled editing. We want someone assertive and works to uncover news, not merely cover it. The candidate must be able to ask the tough questions but also someone who can connect with people and tell stories about the human condition. The candidate should have strong reporting and shooting skills, leadership qualities, solid news judgment and the ability to multitask.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Present information in a fair, unbiased manner, insuring the information is accurate and of interest to viewers
• Develop story ideas to present in morning/afternoon news meeting
• Eager to report, go live, onset debrief of story
• You must have strong writing, shooting, and editing skills, ability to post stories to the web and read from a computer monitor
• Willing to work with our news consultant to develop an on-air look and presence
• Work contacts and establish self in beat counties and community

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Candidate should have a degree in Journalism or a related field
• 1-2 years of experience is preferred
• Always present a professional image as a representative of ****-TV
• Ability to handle moderate stress on a regular basis, meet daily and long-range deadlines, work well with others in a team atmosphere and contribute meaningful content daily

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 that 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, and 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.

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 an excellent opportunity for a Human Resources Coordinator to manage the station's human resources functions, in addition to performing payroll duties and supporting the business office. This person will work closely with the corporate Payroll and HR Departments, while adhering to deadlines, internal controls, company policies, and procedures.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Manage the human resources function under the general direction of Corporate Human Resources:

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    Recruiting and hiring compliance in accordance with FCC/EEO regulations
  • Conduct new hire orientation and exit interviews
  • Complete paperwork related to hiring, termination and status and benefit changes
  • Act as a liaison *** ween employees, Corp HR and/or vendors to answer questions about benefits, company policy or other related concerns
  • File and maintain confidential personnel and other HR records
  • Assist with FCC/EEO compliance reporting
  • Leave administration
  • Prepare and review of payroll process
  • Reporting/responding to workers' compensation and unemployment claims
  • Act as a liaison *** ween managers and Regional HR Manager on employee relations matters, including disciplinary matters and complaints

Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree is preferred
• A minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience in Human Resources and Accounting
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Experience using Oracle is a plus
• Strong communication, problem solving, and multi-tasking skills
• The ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience in the broadcast industry is a plus!

*** Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!
Job Location Charleston, West Virginia, United States Company Location HR.****.Charleston WV.Charleston.WV 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 to 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 Charleston, WV, has an exciting opportunity for a Multi *** Journalist (MMJ). Your responsibilities as an MMJ will include reporting, shooting and editing news stories, enterprising story ideas, developing contacts, as well as other responsibilities as assigned. You will be expected to produce daily content on a variety of platforms including the internet, social networking sites and mobile phones, in addition to television.

Skills and Requirements:

• Sharp news judgment
• Excellent technical skills
• The ability to work well independently
• Must have and maintain a valid license and a good driving record

Experience:

• A minimum of 2 years reporting experience is required
• Experience with live shots is required
• Experience with Live-U is a plus

While applying online, please include a web link of your recent work. If you do not have a web link, please apply online and then send a non returnable DVD to:

****/**** Attn: News Director 1301 Piedmont Road Charleston, WV 25301
*** Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!
Job Location Charleston, West Virginia, United States Company Location HR.****.Charleston WV.Charleston.WV 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!

****/**** TV, the *** and *** affiliate in Charleston/Huntington, WV, the 70 th DMA, has an im *** te opening for a Creative Services Director. In this role, your responsibilities will include strategic planning of station promotion, supervising the production of daily syndicated and news topical promos, filling traffic logs with promotion inventory, and assisting with station sponsored events.

Responsibilities include:

• A passion for marketing and promotion
• Overseeing all the creative elements of ****/**** TV
• Supervising a staff of up to ten employees
• Overseeing production of news topical promos
• Understanding research, audience flow, day and the advertising/content
• Managing of filling traffic logs with promotion inventory
• Overseeing promotional budget for outside advertising and promotional advertising as well as promotional merchandise
• Working closely with Production of local news specials, local commercial production and with advertising clients
• Leading station sponsored events from planning to execution
• Understanding the importance of web and social *** presence and be able to coordinate promotional activities on these platforms
• Working closely with the other Department Heads: General Manager, News, Sales, Marketing, Engineering and Master Control

Required Skills:

• Basic professional shooting; editing skills and experience in news promotion
• Advanced skills in After Effects
• At least 4 years of promotion experience is required
• Proficiency with Adobe Premiere and After Effects and Photoshop programs
• Must be able to write, shoot, and edit promos while managing deadlines
• Excellent verbal, written, and organizational skills are a must
• Previous management skills are a must

This is not an entry level position. If you have the required experience and skills, we want to hear from you! When applying online, please include your salary requirements and a link to your latest work. Work examples should showcase strong editing and writing skills. If you do not have a link to your work, apply on-line and we can discuss.

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