Roanoke, VA 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 ****:

****7, **** and ****7.com is a *** owned dominant *** affiliated *** powerhouse in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia. Known as “Your Hometown Station®”, ****7 and **** serve 26 counties across the Blue Ridge Mountain region and produces more than 60 hours of award-winning local news coverage, more than any of its competitors in the Roanoke/Lynchburg market.

Job Summary/Description:

****7, the #1 TV station in the market, is searching for a motivated and enthusiastic *** Sales Consultant to join our energetic, professional sales team in Roanoke VA. Work with local business leaders to help them grow through advertising through our full suite of advertising broadcasting products and our broadcast channels. Must be tech-savvy, as you will be educating and selling clients an array of digital solutions. Excellent communication skills and a can-do, team-player attitude is a must. If you have *** sales experience or a background/education in business, and see yourself as a high-energy creative individual, this could be your opportunity to make more money and have the satisfaction of helping businesses grow.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Make face-to-face outside sales visits
- Generate sales leads and close new business
- Provide input on sales promotion ideas
- Retain current clients and develop new business
- Understand the business objectives and advertising strategies of clients and find ways to help them achieve their objectives through effective advertising

Qualifications/Requirements:

- Computer literacy, knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Strong understanding of both broadcast and interactive sales
- Able to build and maintain relationships
- Able to maximize rates and availability
- Able to execute sales initiatives
- Able to lead and motivate a team of account executives
- Able to manage transactional sales activity for multiple products
- Excellent communication skills are required
- Strong negotiating skills
- Strong organizational skills and prioritizing skills within a fast-paced environment is required
- Able to quickly, accurately, and calmly handle the decision-making process
- A strategic thinker is required; someone who can build and grow a business with leading brand and direct marketers
- Must have the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities
- Must have the ability to make solid business decisions and implement necessary changes
- Good follow-up skills are essential
- Must be a detail-oriented sales professional with excellent project management, presentation, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to communicate effectively is required
- Must represent the company with professionalism and integrity.
- Requires strong leadership skills
- Must maintain a high level of confidentiality
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, yet committed to the team environment

Education -
- A bachelor's degree in marketing, advertising, or a related field is strongly preferred

Licensing/Certifications -
- Must hold a valid driver’s license and be insurable.

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/ *** *** 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:

*** *** 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 ****:

****7, ****, and ****7.com are a *** -owned dominant *** -affiliated *** powerhouse in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia. Known as “Your Hometown Station®”, ****7 and **** serve 26 counties across the Blue Ridge Mountain region and produce 60.5 hours of award-winning local news coverage, more than any of its competitors in the Roanoke/Lynchburg market. Headquartered in a state-of-the-art digital broadcast center in Roanoke, Virginia, the station also operates Virginia bureaus in Lynchburg, Blacksburg, Lexington, and Danville. ****7 has been the number-one station of choice for viewers from Roanoke to Lynchburg and across the New River Valley.

Job Summary/Description:

**** Television, the #1 TV station in the 67th largest market in the country, is looking for a meteorologist. The meteorologist we hire will do the weather for our noon, 3PM, 5:30PM, and 6:30PM newscasts during the week. We are also looking for someone able to report live from community events during weekday evening newscasts.
We have a veteran weather team that will be focused on helping the meteorologists we hire improve and grow every day.

Our Chief Meteorologist is always on the cutting edge of the latest weather technology and loves to teach others on our team. We are looking for a candidate with1-4 years of experience on-air as a television meteorologist.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Prepare and deliver weather over several platforms, including social ***
- Responsible for developing all weather forecasts and accompanying computer graphics, delivering on-air weathercasts and live weather reports from the field.
- Live “on-the-scene” reporting, especially during breaking news and severe weather
- Effectively communicate information regarding severe weather coverage in a clear and concise graphic presentation.
- Provide weather forecasts for partnering radio stations and/or newspapers.
- Communicate critical weather information, especially during severe weather, to producers and other critical staff members to ensure a consistent and accurate message to viewers
- Work with the News Director to develop an overall strategy in line with the department and station.
- Follow clothing and appearance guidelines.
- Attend/host/speak at community service, schools and community events; meet and greet viewers.
- Ensure public appearances in schools and community events are consistent with image and goals of station
- Participate in story selection process through meetings; attendance at editorial meetings
- Must be able to enterprise and field report relevant stories for newscasts under tight deadlines
- Write and edit packages
- Report research-based stories
- Develop and maintain sources
- Use non-linear editing equipment on a daily basis
- Various shift work will be required. Work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Perform other incidental and related duties as required and assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

- Be able to speak and write clearly and accurately
- Must be able to work well under pressure
- Ability to maintain professional and ethical conduct at the station and in the community
- Willingness to be a hard-working staff member and work as part of a team is required
- Excellent live reporting skills and strong on-camera presentation skills required
- Strong initiative and attention to detail is required
- Ability to work with limited supervision is a must
- Must possess excellent interview and conversational reading and writing skills
- Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving in a manner that will work well with co-workers, supervisors, and viewers
- Knowledge of social *** outlets and website postings (website and digital/mobile platforms)
- Ability to keep up with national and local news/weather is required
- Experience storm chasing is a plus
- Use graphics to convey weather information to the audience
- Analyze weather patterns in current and forecast information
- Enterprise local hard-news stories

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/ *** *** 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 ****:

****7, ****, and ****7.com is a *** -owned dominant *** -affiliated *** powerhouse in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia. Known as “Your Hometown Station®”, ****7 and **** serve 26 counties across the Blue Ridge Mountain region and produce 60.5 hours of award-winning local news coverage, more than any of its competitors in the Roanoke/Lynchburg market.

Headquartered in a state-of-the-art digital broadcast center in Roanoke, Virginia, the station also operates Virginia bureaus in Lynchburg, Blacksburg, Lexington, and Danville. For more than 63 years, ****7 has been the number-one station of choice for viewers from Roanoke to Lynchburg and across the New River Valley.

Job Summary/Description:

The producer is one of the most crucial positions at a television station. It requires someone who is a strong leader, excellent communicator, organized and also passionate about the news. This producer position has the potential to serve as a huge opportunity for a journalist who is looking to advance in the broadcast industry.

****7 is focused on training and growing producers who have an interest in not only putting together incredible newscasts but also working toward a goal of either entering management or working in a big time market.

Our Newsroom leadership all have extensive producing experience and will be focused on helping the person we hire be their absolute best in this position.

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

• Prioritize, organize, and produce newscasts
• Maintain working knowledge of current events, community issues, and local contacts
• Search wire services, network feeds, websites, and others sources to find relevant material for newscasts
• Work with news management to determine which stories to air during newscasts
• Coordinate story assignments with assignment manager
• Collaborate with news operations staff to build graphics
• Act as leader in facilitating teamwork of staff members
• Accurately edit video with an eye for visual elements that make stories understandable to the viewer
• Work with directors and anchors on presentation of stories
• Write news stories
• Monitor competition’s shows and websites for missed leads
• Assist producers in formatting other newscasts
• Assist reporters with story development, story expectations, and accurately gathering information under pressure
• Write creative headlines and teases
• Research and brainstorm story ideas, and present ideas in editorial meetings
• Generate promotable story ideas daily
• Post and update stories and videos to station website and social *** sites, engage viewers
• Work with the web staff during breaking news and alert users on all platforms
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

• 1-3 years of producing experience in broadcast news with a Bachelor’s degree
• Clear, concise, conversational writing skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Demonstrate solid news judgment
• Maintain strong journalistic ethics
• Strong initiative and attention to detail
• Be creative and create compelling and memorable newscasts
• Knowledge of newsroom software and web posting software
• Edit video and audio on industry-standard equipment
• Build graphics and use them effectively in shows
• Handle and adjust to last-minute changes
• Make quick, accurate decisions and work well under pressure
• Strong research skills, including online research using various search engines
• Ability to stay current with national and local news/weather
• Inter *** te level knowledge of social ***
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressure
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Demonstrate leadership through training and mentoring less experienced staff members; guide others to get the desired outcome
• Ability to remain positive and foster a positive work environment; work well with co-workers

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 before the first workday.

**** is looking for our next digital content Producer to help continue our strong momentum in delivering high-quality local news to the Roanoke-Lynchburg market and beyond. Working in tandem with our entire news team, our next producer will develop a strong understanding of the dynamics of the digital news ecosystem in our market and strive to create compelling, destination content each and every day-while also working diligently to uphold the highest standards of journalism in order to help our news operation grow our footprint and credibility with our readers and viewers.

Position Responsibilities:

• Monitor all forms of *** (print, TV, digital, blogs and social) and be quick to report breaking news stories and always on the hunt for exclusive and or trending content that will grow engagement and drive loyal, local traffic
• Work in tandem with the digital team to craft compelling headlines that grow audience and engagement
• Monitor and respond to trends and opportunities in order to meet and exceed the digital goals set by our station and company
• Curate and aggregate a steady stream of interesting content that is packaged and promoted in a way that generates engagement and repeat site visitation
• Understand different ways to tell a story with an emphasis on short videos and compelling photos
• Build positive working relationships with newsroom staff and management, work collaboratively on enterprise content, and create regular opportunities for cross-platform promotion
• Promote and distribute news content on social ***

Skills/ Experience Requirements

• Experience in digital content and journalism
• Capable of researching, interviewing, and writing original news articles with a mastery of fundamental journalistic standards and ethics
• Clever headline writer that gets readers to click
• Strong multi-tasking abilities
• Organized, technical problem solver and quick decision maker
• Knowledge of SEO best practices and AP Style
• Work effectively as part of a team and bring excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work every day
• Ability to learn new technology and technique independently and quickly
• Must be able and willing to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays when needed
• Proficiency in MS Office; HTML, CSS, Premiere and Photoshop experience a plus

To Apply: Please visit the Join the Team page at ****TV.com or at the Nexstar *** Group Careers at ***

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability

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 ****:

****7, **** and ****7.com is a *** owned dominant *** affiliated *** powerhouse in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia. Known as “Your Hometown Station®”, ****7 and **** serve 26 counties across the Blue Ridge Mountain region and produces more than 55 hours of award-winning local news coverage, more than any of its competitors in the Roanoke/Lynchburg market.

Headquartered in a state of the art digital broadcast center in Roanoke, Virginia, the station also operates Virginia bureaus in Lynchburg, Blacksburg, Lexington and Danville. For more than 63 years, ****7 has been the number one station of choice for viewers from Roanoke to Lynchburg and across the New River Valley.

Job Summary/Description:

The dominant #1 station in the 71st largest market in the country is looking for a journalist to work as an MMJ. We are looking for someone with a conversational delivery who can write, shoot, edit and present compelling stories live. The ability to dig up interesting story ideas each day is an absolute MUST for this position. Creativity, a strong work ethic, and a passion for journalism are crucial for this job. If you have a strong desire to not only tell amazing stories, but also grow as a journalist and learn from your co-workers, then ****7 could be the place for you. At least two years of experience working in a television newsroom is preferred.

Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):

- Arrive to the editorial meeting on-time at the start of your shift with at least two story ideas that could be produced for that day’s newscasts
- Must assist with overall content of news stories within newscasts
- Expected to bring innovative story ideas to editorial meetings and contribute to overall goal and direction of the station
- Willing to field report stories as directed
- Must be willing to work flexible hours and possess the ability to work well with co-workers
- Performs other duties as assigned to general assignment reporter
- Develops, investigates, writes, reports, and edits stories of interest
- When assigned a laptop, write and post a Web story in the car on the way back to the station
- Edit packages using the Edius system
- Follow clothing and appearance guidelines
- Ability to generate investigative stories using sources to dig deeper
- Responsible for working with producers to ensure story accuracy and to determine the best presentation of reports
- Capable of enterprising exclusive stories of interest and importance to local viewers and carrying out overall goals of the station
- Perform creative and explanatory live shots and stand-ups
- Writes and post website stories prior to airing of the television version
- Work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned
- Research, gather, write, and report news stories on-air and online in the most accurate, appealing, timely, and creative way using all sources
- Report “live” on the scene, especially during breaking news
- Conduct interviews in the field and on-set
- Develop and maintain sources of information and knowledge about assignments
- Demonstrate sound news judgment, and collaborate with others to present the story in the best way
- Enterprise hard-news, research-driven packages under tight deadlines
- Participate in story selection process through meetings, and regularly contribute story ideas
- Attend/host/speak at community service, schools, and community events; meet and greet viewers
- Post and regularly update stories and other material on the web, often remotely while traveling
- Must update social *** sites daily, including Facebook, to report stories and interact with viewers
- Possess a broad and working knowledge of the viewing area, including people, places, things, and history
- Enter CG text and times into newsroom software 30 minutes before newscasts
- Use knowledge of appropriate lighting to enhance overall news presentation
- Present TV stories in alternative ways at least twice a week (non-package presentation)
- Produce daily one reporter package and one vo/sot/vo or other contribution on a different story
- Critique, feedback, and training are part of the job
- Communicate with the web staff and other appropriate staff members during breaking news
- Follow clothing and appearance guidelines
- Must be a visual storyteller; perform creative stand-ups and explanatory live shorts
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

- At least two years of television reporting is preferred
- Experience with ENPS newsroom software and/or Grass Valley non-linear editing a plus
- Experience with web writing, and social *** posts is required
- Excellent broadcasting writing experience is a must
- Experience with digital cameras
- Editorial leadership skills a plus
- Have experience with many platforms including web, mobile, and social networks
- Must possess a strong understanding of daily newscast content and work in conjunction with producers to develop a dynamic product
- Must possess excellent interview and conversational writing skills
- Excellent live reporting skills and strong on-camera presentation skills required
- Basic computer knowledge including newsroom software (such as ENPS or I-News,) Microsoft applications, and Internet use
- Ability to shoot and edit video with digital cameras
- Able to produce and post content to our websites
- Inter *** te knowledge of social ***
- Must be able to work independently with limited supervision
- Work well in a team environment
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and well under pressure
- Strong initiative and attention to detail is required
- Demonstrate solid news judgment and journalistic ethics
- Maintain professional and ethical conduct at the station and in the community
- Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving in a manner that will work well with co-workers, supervisors, and viewers
- Strong research skills, including the ability to navigate online search engines
- Must stay current with national and local news/weather
- Ability to enterprise local hard-news stories
- Bachelor's Degree in journalism or related field required
- Must hold a valid driver’s license and be insurable

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.

The Production Assistant is responsible for various television production duties required to record scenes for live and recorded broadcasts.

• Composes and frames camera shots, applying the technical aspects of light, lenses and camera settings to achieve the effects sought by directors
• Adjusts positions and controls of cameras to change focus, exposure and lighting as requested by the director
• Operates studio cameras during live broadcasts
• Operates remote cameras during live broadcasts
• Confers with directors and other crew members to discuss sequences, desired effects, camera movements and lighting requirements
• Sets up cameras and related equipment
• Tests, cleans, maintains and repairs camera equipment
• Produces graphics for newscast
• Creates graphics for the newscast
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills:

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

**** News in beautiful Roanoke, VA has an opening for an experienced MMJ. The Multi *** Journalist Reporter produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits and feeds news production content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.

• Reports news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events
• Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories
• Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines
• Reviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details
• Determines a story's emphasis, length and format, and organizes material accordingly
• Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories 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 stories to news managers and news producers which are relevant to the local community
• Receives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideas
• Discusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positions
• Checks reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain relevant facts
• Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements
• Shoots and edits news events and news reports
• Produces and presents reports for all platforms
• Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
• Writes stories for the web and other e *** platforms
• Interacts with viewers/users on social *** sites
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned

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 two years' experience in news reporting (Depending on market size)
• Superior on-air presence
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record
• Flexibility to work any shift

Looking for a career in marketing and advertising? Then join the ****/**** team.

Use your knowledge and skills to develop marketing strategies and advertising campaigns for all types of local businesses and earn unlimited income in the process.

At ****/****, we develop customized marketing and advertising plans for local businesses using online and on-air platforms. We serve Roanoke, Lynchburg, the New River Valley, and surrounding counties. As a member of our team, you will visit local businesses, find out what makes them unique, and help craft creative plans to share that information with our audience to help their businesses grow and thrive.

Requirements and Skills:

• Bachelor or Associate's degree in Marketing, Advertising, Mass Communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.

• One year minimum work experience in a sales or ser *** industry, or a combination of education and part-time work experience in a face-to-face customer interactive environment.

• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.

• Outgoing personality, positive attitude, and time management skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook) and standard office equipment (computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, etc.)

What you'll be doing:

• Meet with existing clients and seek out new businesses to ask questions to determine their goals and needs.
• Develop and present advertising and marketing plans.
• Work with our creative team to develop and execute the vision you and your client created.
• Maintain your relationships and help your partners grow.

What's in it for you:

• Unlimited earning potential - good commission rates and bonuses
• Reliable bi-weekly paychecks
• Great benefits - Medical, dental, vision, 401k, legal support and more
• Advanced sales training, equipment, and support

To Apply: Please visit the Join the Team page at ****TV.com or at the Nexstar *** Group Careers page.