Shreveport, LA Production Jobs

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

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 ****:

**** News 12 is the aggressive, National Edward R. Murrow award-winning *** affiliate serving the region known as the ArkLaTex. The station is the market’s leader in timely and accurate reporting of breaking news, investigative journalism, award-winning storytelling and First Alert Weather. **** News 12 serves its community on all on-air, digital and mobile platforms embracing the innovation of the industry. In the center of the ArkLaTex is the Shreveport/Bossier City metroplex where the best of Louisiana, Texas and Arkansas culture is combined to create a vibrant and comfortable lifestyle.

Job Summary/Description:

**** NEWS 12 is now accepting applications for an experienced Anchor/Reporter to join our team. We are looking for an energetic, enthusiastic journalist who connects with the audience from behind the desk, in the field, online, and in the community.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Anchor assigned newscasts
• Develop sources and present ideas daily that resonate with our audience and are in line with our strategy
• Write accurate and engaging scripts for broadcast, digital, and social ***
• Schedule, conduct, and shoot interviews and edit video
• Anchor and respond to breaking news coverage
• Use strong journalistic ethics, news judgment and decision-making in daily coverage
• Use digital and social *** in the news gathering process and presentation
• Use strong organizational skills for efficient workflow
• Work independently and as a team
• Meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Work various shifts, weekends and holidays as needed

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Previous anchoring experience is preferred
• At least three years of reporting, shooting, and editing experience is preferred
• College journalism degree or equivalent is 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 fully vaccinate against the coronavirus before the first workday.

**** *** 6, **** *** , **** 45 in Shreveport, Louisiana currently in search of up-and-coming interns, perfect for current college students looking to develop their skills. Position responsibilities will vary with schedules and assignments but could include writing for broadcast and digital platforms, shooting and editing video, managing the assignment desk and monitoring emergency scanners, contributing to newscasts and helping to assist in daily news gathering and development. The right candidate will be driven to succeed, have a strong attention to detail and an eagerness to learn all the aspects of broadcast and digital journalism. Opportunities for advancement for those committed to their personal and professional development.

Are you among the best and brightest at your college or university and are contemplating what’s next? Life is short. Stop waiting for “real life” to start and put your knowledge to the test. Launch your *** career with *** Television’s paid internship program!

Interested in learning more? Check out the program description and apply today!

About *** Television:

*** Television is a leading *** company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets reaching 6 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. By upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and developing the best and brightest employees in the business.

About ****:

**** News 12 is the aggressive, National Edward R. Murrow award-winning *** affiliate serving the region known as the ArkLaTex. The station is the market’s leader in timely and accurate reporting of breaking news, investigative journalism, award-winning storytelling and First Alert Weather. **** News 12 serves its community on all on-air, digital and mobile platforms embracing the innovation of the industry. In the center of the ArkLaTex is the Shreveport/Bossier City metroplex where the best of Louisiana, Texas, and Arkansas culture is combined to create a vibrant and comfortable lifestyle.

The Internship Program:

As a paid intern, you won’t sit and watch someone else doing their job. *** ’s intern program is an immersive experience where you serve as a valued team member to our award-winning teams.

With 113 television stations across the U.S., *** Television offers an u *** ecedented opportunity for students to learn an area of broadcast expertise from seasoned professionals in the business. Whether your interest involves news, production, sales, marketing, or engineering, our stations become a hands-on learning environment for *** Television interns. If we have an employee doing it, there can be a *** intern learning and earning.

Not only will you walk away with an expanded resume and portfolio, but *** ’s paid internship opens doors to begin your full-time career with *** Television. Many of our current employees started as interns. Our paid internship program puts you at the front of the line for full-time job openings, armed with the training you received from your internship.

We’re committed to a broad applicant recruiting outreach program in our continuing efforts to represent our diverse community.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Be currently enrolled in a college/university (preferred Junior/Senior)
Strong work ethic, and organizational skills
Earning a degree in Journalism/Communications, News, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, or related fields, with a desire to get hands-on experience in the local *** industry

If you are interested in interning in these areas, the station may have openings in these departments for you:

• Marketing
• Sales
• Creative Services
• Sports
• Weather
• News Production
• News MMJ
• Engineering

We look forward to hearing from you!

Interested in the program? Go to *** , type "Intern ****" (in search bar)

****-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 by the first workday.

**** *** 6, **** *** 33, **** V45 and ktalnews.com in Shreveport, LA is looking for great Salespeople to join our team! We are looking for passionate, self-motivated, goal-oriented individuals with positive work ethic and the desire to WIN and EXCEL!

Shreveport is a top 100 Market where your potential is truly unlimited. So, what are you waiting for? Whether you are an experienced *** Seller ready to upgrade Markets or a great Salesperson looking for a REAL Sales CAREER, then stop just working a job and build your career today!

This position isn't for everybody. To be successful you must fully embrace our consultative approach that uses a multi *** strategy to help our clients grow their business. If you are an overachiever who likes to win, then keep reading...

The Nexstar *** Group in Shreveport is comprised of; three Broadcast television stations **** *** 6, **** *** 33, and **** V-45; plus, our Nexstar Digital Agency Services selling ads on streaming TV & apps, along with retargeting ads across all devices & websites, and last but certainly not least our own local website www.****News .com.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Develop and increase sales volume for both TV and digital revenue, with a focus on digital sales
• Prospect, qualify, develop, close and grow NEW business
• Continue to learn and implement new strategies and products
• Responsible for order entry, contracts, follow-up and collections
• Play a role in the production of client's creative elements
• Be an advocate for our products and programs
• Implement strategies to consistently grow revenue and exceed revenue goals
• Ability to hold meaningful conversations with decision makers
• Establish credible relationships within our business community
• Prepare and deliver sales presentations to prospects and clients
• Ability to CLOSE sales
• Know that the word "no" is an opportunity
• Proficient with popular social *** and digital platforms
• Can make decisions without supervision
• Educate customers on the variety of available TV and Digital products to most effectively promote their products and/or services
• Provide clients with information regarding rates for advertising placement on television and digital platforms
• Work with prospects, clients and station personnel to develop advertising and promotional campaigns
• Develop and maintain a strong knowledge of market trends and the *** landscape for the Shreveport area
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements and Skills:

• Sales experience is preferred
• Treat coworkers, prospects and clients with a service-centric attitude
• Demonstrates personal integrity to differentiate from the competition
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, & Outlook
• Able to pass a pre-employment criminal background check
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Candidate must be an overachiever that is a passionate team player, with the ability to develop presentations independently
• Some overnight travel may be required on rare occasions

OUR COMPANY

With 199 television stations (including partner stations) in 116 markets, Nexstar *** Group, Inc. is the largest TV station operator in the country. But we are more than that. We're also a technology company. Along with a broad range of broadcast opportunities, Nexstar staffs a growing and diversified digital *** operation encompassing content management and mobile platforms, content marketing, targeted advertising products and strategic digital design and advertising operations. From newsroom to sales to operations to digital technology, joining Nexstar Nation offers unlimited opportunities for your career endeavors.

OUR VALUES

We respect our audience, customers, team members and owners. We encourage every individual's contribution and personal growth. We honor diversity. We foster work environments that provide personal pride through job satisfaction and a balanced life. We embrace the communities in which we operate. We promote open communications, innovation, and creativity. We strive for excellence in all our endeavors. We are in the local content business, providing multiple platforms for news, entertainment, and successful marketing solutions, enriching each community we serve. Each of our television stations are local ser *** businesses.

OPPORTUNITY

With markets ranging from small to major, Nexstar has a place for every experience level. Whether you're just starting your broadcasting career or ready to make the leap into a larger market, Nexstar offers a broad range of opportunities. And that same market diversity allows Nexstar to give employees room to grow and progress in their careers. As your experience, ability, talent, and ambition grows, so too will your options within Nexstar Nation.

It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doing!

Apply at: ***

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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 ****:

**** News 12 is the aggressive, National Edward R. Murrow award-winning *** affiliate serving the region known as the ArkLaTex. The station is the market’s leader in timely and accurate reporting of breaking news, investigative journalism, award-winning storytelling, and First Alert Weather. **** News 12 serves its community on all on-air, digital and mobile platforms embracing the innovation of the industry. In the center of the ArkLaTex is the Shreveport/Bossier City metroplex where the best of Louisiana, Texas and Arkansas culture is combined to create a vibrant and comfortable lifestyle.

Job Description/Summary:

**** NEWS 12 is looking for a reporter who loves live and telling stories to join our morning team. We want you to bring your experience, creativity and storytelling skills to our multi-platform coverage. This Multi- *** Journalist is responsible for developing content for morning news and later in the day. You must have the desire and ability to uncover unique, enterprising stories, and tell those stories in an engaging presentation.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Report live for morning newscast daily – excellent live, demonstrative skills in day-to-day and breaking news coverage
• Post to digital and social platforms daily and use in newsgathering process and presentation
• Shoot, write, and edit compelling coverage for all platforms
• Strong journalistic ethics, news judgment, and decision-making
• Strong organizational skills, planning ahead, and pivoting seamlessly
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Qualifications/Requirements:

• At least 2 years of multi-platform reporting, shooting, and editing experience is preferred
• College degree in journalism or equivalent is required

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to *** , you may type in job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, 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.