Lake Charles, LA Production Jobs

About *** *** :

*** *** 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 located in beautiful Lake Charles, Louisiana. Situated along Lake Charles and the Calcasieu River, Lake Charles is known for its industry, booming economy, and culture. Lake Charles is the fifth-largest city in Louisiana. **** began broadcasting in the summer of 1954 and is consistently one of the nation's most innovative and most
watched television stations, ranking among the top 5 Nielsen-rated stations nationally throughout the year.

Job Summary/Description:

****-TV in Lake Charles seeks a motivated and dynamic Multi *** Journalist to join our news team. Successful candidates must be a proven leader who is fearless, motivated, and passionate about storytelling. The ideal candidate must be an effective communicator who excels in reporting. The ability to cultivate sources and produce enterprise stories is a must. Applicant must have a love for local news, a passion for creative storytelling, a positive attitude, a desire to innovate, and a passion for being “live.”

Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

- Generating own story ideas
- Set up your own interviews
- Write broadcast and digital versions of stories
- Maintain professional social *** accounts
- Assist producers in showcasing stories
- Write, shoot, edit, and go live on stories for multiple newscasts on the same day
- Work under deadlines
- Present live news in an urgent and active manner
- Produce content for ****-TV, ****TV.com as well as **** Facebook, X, Instagram, and OTT sites
- Must follow the strategic plan for the newsroom
- Assist with producing newscasts
- Pitch story ideas with the station's "At Your Service" brand in mind

Qualifications/Requirements:

- Must have excellent people skills
- Strong live reporting skills and be driven by breaking news
- Must be proficient on all digital platforms and meet mandated social *** goals
- Driving, shooting video, shooting your own live shots, video editing, and writing are required for this position
- College Degree in Journalism or related field, internship and or professional newsroom experience
- Experience with Edius, ENPS, and LiveU is a plus
- MVR is also required

If you are qualified and interested, you may 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/ *** *** is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

*** *** 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, *** *** 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.

*** *** 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.

*** *** encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus 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 ****:

**** is located in beautiful Lake Charles, Louisiana. Situated along Lake Charles and the Calcasieu River, Lake Charles is known for its industry, booming economy, and culture. Lake Charles is the fifth-largest city in Louisiana. **** began broadcasting in the summer of 1954 and is consistently one of the nation's most innovative and most-watched television stations, ranking among the top 5 Nielsen-rated stations nationally throughout the year.

Job Summary/Description:

Our award-winning production team is seeking a creative, quality-conscious producer to write, shoot, and edit commercials, industrial videos, television station promotions, and short-form programming.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Marketing for station on air and social ***
- Work with Sales Department and Commercial clients
- Script writing, videography, postproduction with Adobe Creative Suite
- Graphic design, producing and directing
- Assist News Department when necessary

Qualifications/Requirements:

- College or technical education in a related field preferred
- Strong communication skills and writing skills
- Familiar with the Adobe Creative Suite and Photo Shop-Illustrator-After Effects-Premier Pro.
- Able to work well with a team is a must
- MVR is also required

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.