Little Rock, AR Production Jobs

About ***

*** Inc. (NYSE: *** ) is an innovative *** company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, *** tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, *** is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. *** also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. *** Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, *** 's OTT advertising service. For more information, visit www. *** .com .

****11, *** 'S *** affiliate in Little Rock, is looking for a Managing Editor who can guide and lead our news gathering daily.

This person will lead our team of reporters, photojournalists, and producers in discovering, coordinating, and planning news coverage that matter most our community.

Our ideal candidate is an experienced journalist with a strong gut for stories that are urgent, impactful, and newsworthy. You will work closely with other senior news managers, including the executive producer, news director and digital director, in making sure our content choices are in line with brand strategy and our ethical policies.

This position is integral to all parts of the newsgathering process and should set the tone for guiding reporters to aggressively cover breaking news. Also guiding them to consistently follow up on stories as they develop, and constantly asking, "What voices have we not heard?"

The successful candidate will bring a news hound sensibility, collaborative spirit and be an excellent problem-solver, impeccably organized, and comfortable multitasking, and prioritizing. It is an always-on demanding role, so a calm character under pressure and tight deadlines is also necessary.

Responsibilities:

• Oversees daily coverage decisions and reporter assignments to be competitive across platforms and to be on brand with goal of owning the big story daily.
• In charge of newsroom readiness to respond to breaking news and weather events
• Supervises and schedules reporters and assignment editors.
• Oversees news planning process.
• A part of leading morning and afternoon editorial meetings
• Uses daily and long-term audience insights to aid in content choices
• Ensures competitive content across dayparts, newscasts, and platforms
• Works closely with reporters and assignment desk on future assignments
• Daily reporter script review
• Collaborates on newsroom projects, goals, and initiatives as necessary
• Creates, communicates, and executes big story and breaking news coverage
• Generates new angles and sidebar stories from lead stories
• Enforces assignment desk procedures to make sure newsroom stays on top of coverage opportunities

Requirements:

• A minimum of 3 years of journalism experience
• Proven record of accomplishment of handling breaking news
• Management experience a plus
• Knowledge of best practices of assignment desk operations
• Strong editorial and news judgment
• Impeccable organizational skills with a keen eye for detail
• Both a team player and a team leader
• Effective people and communication skills

Benefits:

*** offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. *** offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.

Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to *** 's 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.

Regardless of participation in *** medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor's appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.

*** offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.

* Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.

EEO statement:

*** Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. *** will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email [Please reply using Staff Me Up]

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****11, the *** owned *** affiliate in Little Rock, AR is looking for a talented and experienced Reporter and Multi-Skilled Journalist to join our reporting staff. We need someone with a passion for breaking news, and live coverage. The ideal candidate will be able to enterprise impactful stories for audiences on all platforms. We are looking for an aggressive journalist and creative storyteller, who loves both breaking news and impactful storytelling.

Responsibilities :

• Enterprise and develop original story ideas through social listening and independent sources
• Write, shoot and edit news content for on-air and online
• Write in an exciting, captivating and authentic manner
• Use the latest editing and photography tools to tell great stories
• Deliver on-air news events, under deadline, in an engaging, compelling, and accurate manner
• Interview news subjects and research for facts and credibility
• Develop news sources for general assignment and special areas of interest
• Operate newsgathering vehicles to and from various locations
• Write and post daily on all digital platforms including social ***

Requirements :

• BA/BS in journalism, communications or related field
• 1-3 years of daily local newsgathering experience is required
• Ability to generate creative, engaging, content-driven live shots
• Strong social *** skills, including an active news hound presence on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram
• Motivation to uncover and research unique stories not being told anywhere else
• Ambition to develop and constantly maintain a diverse list of story contacts'
• Knowledge of ENPS, Edius and Axis graphics a plus
• Organizational skills and the ability to work under constant deadlines
• Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekend and holiday shifts

Benefits:

*** offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. *** offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.

Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to *** 's 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.

Regardless of participation in *** medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor's appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.

*** offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.

* Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.

About ***

*** Inc. (NYSE: *** ) is an innovative *** company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, *** tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, *** is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. *** also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. *** Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, *** 's OTT advertising service. For more information, visit www. *** .com .

EEO statement:

*** Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. *** will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email [Please reply using Staff Me Up]

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THV11, the *** -owned *** affiliate, in Little Rock, Arkansas is looking for a proven leader to be an Executive Producer on our team. We need a creative and energetic journalist who can make sure our newscasts are the best in the market every day. The ideal candidate has excellent news judgment and strong management skills with the ability to motivate, collaborate and own the big story. That means helping producers and reporters create the most impactful and important content on strict deadlines, while also helping them grow and learn. The Executive Producer will also oversee a team of producers and work to execute the station's news strategy.

This person must have the ability to teach others to elevate their skills and product and hold them accountable when needed. They should have the ability to manage big projects and take the lead and execute a vision on these projects including news specials, elections and changes to systems used in the newsroom.

Responsibilities :

• Use editorial judgment to help determine content of the newscasts.
• Work with team to create unique, fast-paced innovative newscasts and accurate information in both newscasts and on digital platforms
• Review, approve scripts, and provide writing/copy editing to rundowns to ensure accuracy and quality
• Ensure the news coverage meets our brand, policies, values, and FCC rules
• Ability to fill in and produce
• Make split-second decisions to lead the news team during breaking news and severe weather events
• Assist in training and providing valuable feedback for entire editorial team
• Execute administrative duties such as managing direct reports, creating schedules, and training new employees

Requirements :

• 5-7 Years producing experience
• Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field
• Excellent people management skills
• Strong decision making skills
• Story idea generator
• Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of *** (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance stories.
• Passion for growing journalists and fostering a creative, positive, and collaborative newsroom
• Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news, and changing events
• Strong organization, planning skills and the ability to work under constant time-sensitive deadlines

Benefits:

*** offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. *** offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.

Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to *** 's 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.

Regardless of participation in *** medical plans, ALL employees receive nine free virtual doctor's appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician for themselves and each of their family members through Spring Health.

*** 's Paid Time Off (PTO) program begins with 15 days of PTO for full-time employees, and nine paid holidays.

*Union employees should refer to their collective bargaining agreement for details specific to their benefits.

About ***

*** Inc. (NYSE: *** ) is an innovative *** company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, *** tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, *** is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. *** also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. *** Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, *** 's OTT advertising service. For more information, visit www. *** .com .

EEO statement:

*** Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. *** will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email [Please reply using Staff Me Up]

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The Meteorologist forecasts weather conditions, produces, and anchors weather reports for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.

• Produces and presents weather reports for all platforms.
• Ensures that all weather content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
• Writes and delivers weather stories in a clear and concise manner.
• Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating weather programming and other content.
• Responds to breaking and/or severe weather events and other urgent newsrooms situations as required.
• Works closely with the weather team to develop comprehensive weather coverage.
• Participates in promotional activities including public appearances.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Writes web stories detailing the local forecast on a daily basis.
• Interacts with viewers and users on social *** sites.

Requirements & Skills :

• Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, 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 weather reporting or anchoring. (More or less depending on market size.)
• Superior on-air presence.
• 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.
• Strong understanding of the field of meteorology and a proven track record of forecasting.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Flexibility to work any shift.

The Sales Assistant works within established Sales Department guidelines to maximize station revenue opportunities from an order entry, traffic and accounting perspective. The Sales assistant is also responsible for performing all clerical functions required by department personnel as needed.

• Performs all clerical functions for the Sales Department
• Maintains awareness of the most current traffic policies, practices and procedures
• Enters order, traffic and accounting data using computers, ledgers, orders and other resources
• Corresponds with customers and confers with coworkers to answer inquiries and resolve account problems
• Prepares forms and reports
• Monitors inventory
• Maintains files and other business records
• Performs other duties as assigned

R equirements & Skills:

• High School diploma
• Fluency in English
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Minimum one year's experience in clerical support or administrative assistance, preferably in the sales or *** fields
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment

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

The Sports Director produces and anchors sports reports for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.

• Produces and presents sports reports for all platforms
• Ensures that all sports content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
• Writes and delivers sports stories in a clear and concise manner
• Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating sports programming and other content
• Responds to breaking sports events and other urgent newsrooms situations as required
• Works closely with the sports team to develop comprehensive sports coverage
• Participates in promotional activities including public appearances
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
• Shoots video for sports reports
• Sets up, composes and executes video shots
• Maintains video equipment
• Edits video clips for television broadcasts and e *** content
• Writes stories for the website and other e *** platforms
• Interacts with viewers and users on social *** sites

Requirements & Skills :

• Minimum five years' experience in sports reporting or anchoring
• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Comprehensive knowledge of sports and sports related activities
• Fluency in English
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required
• Superior on-air presence
• 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

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!

****, in Little Rock, AR, has an opening for a full-time Audio Operator / Studio Crew member. This position will be responsible for operating audio console during newscasts. If selected for this role, you must be able to work nights and weekends.

Required Skills:

• Must have experience operating multi-channel audio console during live events
• Must be familiar with interrupt feedback systems
• Familiar with live studio production aspects
• Maintaining and operating cameras, lights, microphones and all studio equipment
• Set-up work and tasks during live broadcasts
• Clean up and prep work for the next broadcast
• Dependability and promptness
• Experience making minor repairs to electronic production equipment helpful
• Experience as a lighting director a plus
• Must be able to lift and carry 35 to 50 pounds of equipment

Required Experience:

• Audio experience is required
• Able to exhibit working knowledge of production equipment used in daily work
• College degree in Radio/TV or related field is preferred
• Related experience will be evaluated by department management and may be substituted on the basis of one year of experience equals one year of education
• 1-2 years of experience in TV studio production is preferred
• Knowledge of studio television camera equipment required

*** Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!
Job Location Little Rock, Arkansas, United States Company Location HR.****.Little Rock.Little Rock.AR 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!

****, in Little Rock, AR, is seeking interns to work in our News Department for the 2019 Fall Semester. We are looking for motivated, ambitious students who are seeking to expand their knowledge, improve their skills and kick-start their career. Push the envelope of career possibilities and gain an edge in the broadcast industry.

Combine your classroom educational experiences with those of a state-of-the-art broadcast and multi *** facility. The news intern will learn all aspects of our newsroom operations. The intern will interact with the assignment desk, producers, reporters, and photographers, as well as others. This is a hands-on internship with a goal of giving the candidate the tools to work in the newsroom post degree.

You must be eligible to receive college credit to participate in this internship, and be at least 18 years of age. Credit Verification forms will be provided. This is a non-paid internship.

Requirements:

• A junior or senior college student attending an accredited institution, preferably a communications major, though other majors may be considered
• Must be in good academic standing and receive college credit for this internship
• A candidate with a terrific attitude who can work well with a team, as well as independently
• A creative self-starter with strong communication skills
• Available mornings, nights, and/or weekends

*** Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!
Job Location Little Rock, Arkansas, United States Company Location HR.****.Little Rock.Little Rock.AR Position Type Intern

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 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 Little Rock, AR is looking for an experienced Marketing Consultant with deep expertise in the operations and marketing of auto dealerships to become Sinclair local market subject matter experts. The people in these positions will become integral parts of our company-wide training and sales initiative focused on tier 3 auto business. In addition to training and coaching, we're looking for closers with a proven record of developing business in the category, accurately forecasting revenue, and creating strategic business plans in this highly competitive vertical. The winning candidates will design and implement revenue growth strategies for their local market both as an independent seller and co-seller with local colleagues. Creating solid partnerships with dealers and Sinclair station leadership will be keys to success. If you're an industry leader, we're interested in talking to you.

Specific Duties include:

• Exceed expectations for market penetration, average deal size, and total revenue in assigned geography
• Maintain consistent presence in the field driving growth from all auto dealer
• Develop, implement, and manage business plans to exceed corporate objectives and sales goals
• Act as player/coach on in-person sales calls with key decision makers at dealerships throughout the local market
• Conduct immersive training sessions with sales team based on Sinclair auto philosophy
• Collaborate with in-market SBG leadership to set sales goals and objectives for each local account
• Provide the Regional Digital Automotive Manager with monthly outlook and revenue forecast
• Work closely with sales management and corporate staff to ensure coordination and cooperation in support of sales and operations
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Desired Skills/Experience:

• Demonstrated success in building and maintaining top-tier customer relationships
• Strong business acumen with a thorough understanding of marketing strategies, automotive business cycles and consumer behavior
• Real experience and success communicating and working directly with auto dealers on identifying and achieving their business goals
• Proven track record of developing and managing people and sales process
• Strength is running multiple unique strategic projects concurrently

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 3+ years of experience in dealership operations and/or digital *** sales
• Experience managing a large sales territory
• Proficient in the use of office software and CRM tools
• Excellent communication, presentation, planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Previous sales management experience is not required but valued

*** Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace!

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Job Location Little Rock, Arkansas, United States Company Location HR.****.Little Rock.Little Rock.AR Position Type Full-Time/Regular