Portland, ME Production Jobs

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!

**** *** 13 / **** *** 23, in Portland, Maine, is a trusted brand providing Maine viewers with local news, weather, sports, entertainment, and social *** content. We hire talented people who wish to excel in the television and digital content industry. Our team is filled with spirit, passion and imagination. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced, innovative and hands-on News Director with strong leadership skills and a focus on digital content.


Responsibilities include:

• Managing the stations' news operations, setting budgets, establishing goals and directing the staff that produces 30+ hours of local news weekly
• Responsible for initiating and managing content delivery on multiple platforms
• Work closely with local and corporate management to establish News content, philosophy and direction
• Review daily newscasts to ensure quality control and brand compliance, and subsequently provide feedback to all news staff
• Recruiting, hiring and negotiating contracts for news department personnel
• Collaborate with other managers to develop marketing plans, establish ratings goals, and effectively reach said goals

Requirements:

• Must have a working knowledge of journalistic ethics, libel, and privacy laws
• Will bring strong fiscal experience for both operational and capital expenditures
• Must have a demonstrated ability to manage multiple hours of daily newscasts on two stations and must have a proven track record of success in building a winning news organization
• Journalism degree and a minimum of five years' experience in news management with noted leadership skills is required
• Strong leadership skills are required
• Experience with unions preferred

*** Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace!
Job Location Portland, Maine, United States Company Location HR.****.Portland ME.Portland.ME 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

**** *** 13 / **** *** 23 in Portland, Maine is a trusted brand providing Maine families with local news, weather, sports, entertainment, and social *** content. We help grow the most talented people in television. You have the opportunity to work with a team filled with spirit, passion and imagination. We have an exciting opportunity for a creative and dedicated full-time News Photographer! We are seeking someone who can see beyond the lens and bring back compelling stories. The candidate should have two years of ENG experience with a network affiliate news organization. You will cover day to day general, in-depth features and investigative assignments. We are shooting full High-definition (HD) on *** cards and editing on desktops and laptops. You should have strong editing skills in non-linear edit systems, possess excellent people skills, a strong work ethic, and a great attitude. A passion for story telling is absolutely essential in this position.

Requirements:

• We are looking for an aggressive team-player who can produce good stories under tight deadlines
• Must have valid driver's license, good driving record and be able to operate ENG news vehicles
• At least 1 year of shooting experience and technical knowledge of editing and photo equipment
• Ability to edit and shoot general assignment stories, lives shots and natural sound packages
• Must be able to lift and carry *** ween 25 and 50 pounds on a regular basis

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

**** TV
Attn: News Director
81 Northport Drive
Portland, ME 04103

No phone calls please.

*** Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!
Job Location Portland, Maine, United States Company Location HR.****.Portland ME.Portland.ME 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!

**** *** 13 / **** *** 23, in Portland, Maine, is a trusted brand providing Maine families with local news, weather, sports, entertainment, and social *** content. We help grow the most talented people in television. You have the opportunity to work with a team filled with spirit, passion and imagination. We are currently seeking a energetic full-time Meteorologist/Reporter.

In this role, you will be responsible for the content of the weather cast on-air and on our digital platforms. You will issue warnings and alerts, produce graphics and maps, and report live during weather events. You must be able to utilize social *** during severe weather, as well as write weather stories.

Duties include:

• Forecasting, producing, and presenting clear and concise weather casts- which tell a story and connect with viewers
• Developing content and graphics for on-air, web and social ***
• Making public appearances on behalf of the station
• Working with producers to determine relevant weather content in breaking and everyday situations
• Conducting live shots and reporting from community events and in breaking news
• Produce content on a variety of platforms including, internet, social networking sites, and mobile phones, in addition to television

As a reporter, you will need the skills to tell memorable stories. We value visual and compelling storytelling. Your responsibilities will include pitching story ideas, developing contacts and reporting 3 days a week. We're looking for someone with sharp news judgment, strong writing and excellent storytelling skills, and the ability to work well with others. Ability to demonstrate experience with active and visual live shots is required. You will be expected to produce content on a variety of platforms including, internet, social networking sites, and mobile phones, in addition to television. Excellent time management skills are a must.

Experience:

• Previous on-air experience presenting weather and news information is required

*** Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace!
Job Location Portland, Maine, United States Company Location HR.****.Portland ME.Portland.ME 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!

**** *** 13/**** *** 23 in Portland, Maine is a trusted brand providing Maine families with local news, weather, sports, entertainment and social *** content. We help grow the most talented people in television. You have the opportunity to work with a team filled with spirit, passion and imagination. We are currently seeking a part-time News Assignment Desk candidate for our newsroom! This is an entry level position for candidates interested in gaining experience in the broadcasting industry.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Gathering news affecting the community
• Preparing story items for presentation in the newscasts
• Assisting in the efficient operation of the assignment desk
• Running teleprompter in news studio during various newscasts
• Make daily calls to various law enforcement and emergency agencies
• Able to drive to local courthouse and other facilities to pick up documents, tapes and other needed items

Required Skills
Required skills and qualifications include, but are not limited to:

• Minimum of one (1) year of assignment desk experience
• Commitment to journalistic standards of ethics and accuracy
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Basic computer knowledge/word processing skills
• General knowledge and interest in local, national and world news
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Proficiency with Facebook, Twitter and emerging social ***
• Valid driver's license required

*** Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace!
Job Location Portland, Maine, United States Company Location HR.****.Portland ME.Portland.ME Position Type Part-Time