Westbrook, ME Production Jobs

**** has an opening for a strong, take-charge producer who knows how to create memorable newscasts. The right candidate will have a track record of being creative and have the ability to make decisions and communicate the plan in a clear, concise manner. We expect excellent news judgment and a can-do attitude. Candidates must have a proven track record of winning the big story, breaking news, and weather. Candidates must be fast and calm under pressure and able to play well in a room of same-minded pros.

Job Responsibilities:

• Selecting, researching, and writing content for live newscasts to make the newscast an "experience" for viewers.
• Working with and guiding reporters in story production.
• Communicating, coordinating, and executing creative vision with a team of anchors, reporters, meteorologists, photographers, editors, and production staff.
• In-person attendance is required.

Experience Requirements:

• 2 years producing experience.
• Creative presentation style.
• Experience in a newsroom, the ability to remain calm under pressure, and knowledge of ENPS are pluses.
• Military experience in a related occupation specialty will be considered.

Qualifications Requirements:

• Excellent writing, spelling, grammar, and copy-editing skills.
• Ability to multi-task and coordinate several crews and responsibilities simultaneously.
• An ability to summarize information into easy-to-understand components.
• Creative presentation style, and ability to showcase all resources and elements.
• Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards.
• Must be available to work holidays, shifts that include nights, weekends, and overnights, and flexible with schedule to be available during breaking news.

Education:

• Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience.
  
  About Us
  
  At *** Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.
  
  *** Television owns and operates 33 television and two radio stations serving 26 *** markets across 39 states reaching over 21 million U.S. television households. Through its partnership with nearly all of the major networks, *** Television distributes national content over nearly 70 video channels including programming from *** , *** , *** , CW, MY Net, MeTV, This TV, Estrella and more. The radio stations are leaders in Baltimore news/talk and rock music listenership. *** Television is recognized as one of the industry's premier companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service. *** Television is a wholly owned subsidiary of *** .

****-TV has an opening for a part-time production Studio Camera Operator who is a self-motivated, detail-oriented, organized multi-tasking team player with strong interpersonal skills that works well under pressure. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of broadcast production operations.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the operation of television cameras for a live broadcast.
• Interact with directors, producers, and talent & must remain focused at all times.
• Will also operate audio console at times, being responsible for all aspects of sound during fast-paced newscasts and other projects as needed.
• Operate television studio cameras in a live production setting.
• Operate studio lights and change bulbs.
• Operate Windows-based computer software to prepare video recordings for air.
• Punctual attendance for shifts that can start as early as 4 am.
• Work weekends and holidays as necessary, in support of our 24/7 broadcast operations.
• In-person attendance is required.

Experience Requirements:

• Experience operating professional video cameras in live production.
• Experience using Windows-based computer software.
• Equivalent military experience will be considered.

Qualifications Requirements:

• Knowledge of robotic camera operation and audio is highly desirable.
• The ability to rapidly respond properly to issues that unexpectedly arise on air is necessary.
• Knowledge of studio lighting.
• Ability to climb ladders up to 15 feet and the ability to lift 25 pounds.
• Can work flexible hours and shifts including holidays and weekends.
• Must be an effective communicator and team-worker, able to work cooperatively with others, sometimes in stressful situations.
• Ability to follow instructions quickly and accurately, with attention to detail.
• Ability to work from a standing position for a 2-3 hour period.
  
  About Us
  
  At *** Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.
  
  *** Television owns and operates 33 television and two radio stations serving 26 *** markets across 39 states reaching over 21 million U.S. television households. Through its partnership with nearly all of the major networks, *** Television distributes national content over nearly 70 video channels including programming from *** , *** , *** , CW, MY Net, MeTV, This TV, Estrella and more. The radio stations are leaders in Baltimore news/talk and rock music listenership. *** Television is recognized as one of the industry's premier companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service. *** Television is a wholly owned subsidiary of *** .

****-TV, Portland Maine's *** affiliate, is looking for a Reporter that has the ability to generate story ideas, write to video, and do compelling live shots. We are looking for a strong, take-charge reporter who hits the ground running every day. The successful candidate loves breaking news and is highly competitive. We value strong enterprise reporting and we're looking for someone who finds the stories that lead newscasts. The Reporter is someone who can bring the energy of live reporting to our anchor desk. In addition to credibility, poise, and personality; we're looking for a reporter who isn't afraid to head out into the field and break the big stories. We are looking for this market's next leader who isn't afraid to ask tough questions and will hold those in power accountable. We are looking for a versatile, enterprising self-starter who is fast, efficient, works well under tight deadlines, can develop sources, and has excellent live reporting skills.

Job Responsibilities:

• Works with and guides reporters and producers in newscast production.
• Regularly plans, gathers, and assembles stories on day-of news or special project assignments.
• Works with or without a photographer to gather and edit compelling video and captivating sound.
• Coordinates with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details, that accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive content.
• Develops a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significance.
• Will contribute pictures, video, and text updates to mobile platforms consistently throughout the day.
• Can juggle multiple stories and projects at once, demonstrates exceptional time-management skills by meeting all deadlines under extraordinary pressure.
• Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards.
• In-person attendance is required.

Experience Requirements:

• Past reporting experience (2-5 years) required
• Demonstrated ability to enterprise and uncover
• Your demo reel should be indicative of your everyday work
• Related military experience will be considered

Qualifications Requirements:

• Strong writing and storytelling skills
• Ability to operate mobile transmission devices and use the latest technology
• Can work in all weather conditions and carry up to 50 pounds
• Has a valid driver's license, can drive large vehicles over long distances, and a clean driving record
• Ability to work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends
• Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production

Education:

• Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience.
• *** Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Defense Information School (DINFOS) or other related military training and experience will be considered.
  
  About Us
  
  At *** Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.
  
  *** Television owns and operates 33 television and two radio stations serving 26 *** markets across 39 states reaching over 21 million U.S. television households. Through its partnership with nearly all of the major networks, *** Television distributes national content over nearly 70 video channels including programming from *** , *** , *** , CW, MY Net, MeTV, This TV, Estrella and more. The radio stations are leaders in Baltimore news/talk and rock music listenership. *** Television is recognized as one of the industry's premier companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service. *** Television is a wholly owned subsidiary of *** .

Experienced Multi *** Sales Account Executive

Do you want to join a premier multi *** company? When you start a career with *** Television, not only will you work amongst passionate professionals who take pride in what they do, but you will be a part of a progressive culture where your talents will be valued.

****-TV, the *** Television *** affiliate in Portland, ME, is looking for an experienced Multi *** Sales Account Executive. Introduce "sell" your station here.

We are looking for an Account Executive who will develop and maintain business on all platforms - TV, digital, and multicast. The ideal candidate has *** sales experience, is a self-starter, thrives in a goal-oriented team environment, and has a desire to WIN! Are you ready to take the next step in your sales career, make a great living, and join a top company in the broadcast *** industry? If the answer is yes, we want to hear from you!

As an Account Executive, you will be expected to work both at the station as well as outside of the station making sales calls and/or visiting with clients or potential clients. In this hybrid position, you will meet with clients in-person and have capabilities for zoom/video conference meetings as needed.

Job Responsibilities:

• Generate new business revenue across all platforms
• Manage and cultivate an active account list
• Ensure all revenue goals are achieved
• Create and deliver sales presentations to client/agency personnel
• Collaborate with other departments in station to ensure client satisfaction

Qualifications Requirements:

• 3+ years of *** sales experience preferred, plus an excellent understanding of *** plans, the advertising marketplace, and key competition
• Ability to use interpersonal communication skills to develop rapport with clients, anticipate needs, and negotiate
• Proficiency with Wide Orbit, Wide Orbit *** Sales, Kantar or other commercial monitoring program, and Microsoft applications a plus
• Must possess a driver's license with a good driving record
• *** Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training and experience will be considered

Additional Requirements

As part of its continued efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees, *** Television requires that all newly hired employees be fully vaccinated (as defined by the CDC) against the coronavirus by the first day of employment as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by applicable law. HTV will consider requests for reasonable accommodations due to medical and/or religious reasons on an individual basis in accordance with applicable legal requirements.

About Us

At *** Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.

*** Television owns and operates 33 television and two radio stations serving 26 *** markets across 39 states reaching over 21 million U.S. television households. Through its partnership with nearly all of the major networks, *** Television distributes national content over nearly 70 video channels including programming from *** , *** , *** , CW, MY Net, MeTV, This TV, Estrella and more. The radio stations are leaders in Baltimore news/talk and rock music listenership. *** Television is recognized as one of the industry's premier companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service. *** Television is a wholly owned subsidiary of *** .

As a Sales Account Associate, you will work with the sales team to immerse yourself in all aspects of *** selling. Training will involve processing contracts, obtaining creative materials, utilizing resources and research tools to generate support materials for the sales team, coordinating the scheduling and launch of advertising campaigns, and preparing ROI reports for client presentations. This individual will work closely with the sales Managers, and team of Account Executives to learn effective sales strategies and placement of sales activity. The Entry Level - Sales Associate position is a training sales program that will develop Sales Account Associates into Sales Account Executives.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist the development of sales proposals, advertising packages, and client presentations.
• Create supportive marketing materials for the sales department.
• Prepare proposals based on account executive requests.
• Effectively communicate with internal teams (including: sales, production, finance and creative services) and external clients on performance and delivery of campaigns.
• Entering and maintaining all orders including electronic transfer and maintenance of all sales contracts.
• Maintain and organize sales databases.
• Interact with co-workers, clients and the viewing public in a professional manner, both on the phone and in person.
• In-person attendance is required

Training and Development:

• Comprehensive 6-12-month training, with ongoing career development and opportunities through the *** Sales Development Program.
• Learn industry-leading communication and sales techniques.
• Train with top sales producers.
• Learn software skills on Marshal Marketing, ESRI Data, *** Line and WideOrbit
• After the *** Sales Development Program, you will be eligible for an increase in responsibilities and a new job title.

Qualifications Requirements:

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment, manage multiple projects, and tight deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Excellent social, intrapersonal, and presentation skills.
• Must be highly-focused, organized, and detail oriented.
• Proficient in Excel.
• Must have an entrepreneurial mindset.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• Extensive Training Program
• Health and Welfare Programs Including Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement and Income Protection Programs Including a 401k plan
• Work/Life Programs Including Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Apply to learn more about the great benefits *** has to offer!

Additional Requirements

As part of its continued efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees, *** Television requires that all newly hired employees be fully vaccinated (as defined by the CDC) against the coronavirus by the first day of employment as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by applicable law. HTV will consider requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable legal requirements.

About Us

At *** Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.

*** Television owns and operates 33 television and two radio stations serving 26 *** markets across 39 states reaching over 21 million U.S. television households. Through its partnership with nearly all of the major networks, *** Television distributes national content over nearly 70 video channels including programming from *** , *** , *** , CW, MY Net, MeTV, This TV, Estrella and more. The radio stations are leaders in Baltimore news/talk and rock music listenership. *** Television is recognized as one of the industry's premier companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service. *** Television is a wholly owned subsidiary of *** .

Account Executive

****-TV, the *** owned CW property in Portland, ME, has an exciting opportunity to join our sales team in one of the most desirable cities in the country. We are looking for a self-starter who is looking to begin their career with a top *** company and learn how to build successful multi-platform marketing campaigns that help Maine businesses grow. Responsibilities include working with some existing station clients - along with a strong emphasis on securing new clients to the station. The ideal candidate is coachable, thrives in a goal-oriented, team environment and has strong interpersonal/presentation skills. If you want to represent the best marketing products in the Portland market, and have the opportunity to control your own financial goals - we want to hear from you. We will provide the tools necessary for you to master the business - we seek the right person with sales ability, positive attitude, client focus, and determination to win.

Job Responsibilities:

• Generate revenue across all available platforms
• Prospect, contact and present to new businesses to generate new advertising revenue
• Manage inventory and protect station rate structure.
• Develop new revenue through local business development
• Form strategic business and market partnerships
• Manage an active account and client list
• Regularly meet with local and digital sales managers to ensure progression and success with stated goals.
• Act as negotiator for assigned accounts; ensure sales proposals are consistent with station strategies.
• Create and deliver sales presentations to multiple points of contact with client/agency personnel.

Experience Requirements:

• Solid negotiation skills
• Experience in a consultative customer focused business atmosphere
• Military training and experience will be considered in lieu of TV/Radio sales experience

Qualifications Requirements:

• Ability to multi-task within a fast-paced environment
• Accountability within a goal-structured organization
• Needs a positive, results-oriented attitude and must be a team player
• Must be able to use qualitative research effectively to further sales effort
• Strong formal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products. Proficiency with Wide Orbit, Kantar and One Domain/WO *** Office a plus.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree Preferred

As part of its continued efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees, *** Television requires that all newly hired employees be fully vaccinated (as defined by the CDC) against the coronavirus by the first day of employment as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by applicable law. HTV will consider requests for reasonable accommodations due to medical and/or religious reasons on an individual basis in accordance with applicable legal requirements.