Youngstown, OH Production Jobs

**** 27 First News is looking for a self-starting, capital "J" journalist who loves telling stories about their neig *** rs.

This is a newsroom that will help you grow and learn both professionally and personally. We are a close group of individuals who enjoy helping each other deliver the best product to our viewers and web consumers.

The Youngstown coverage area is halfway *** ween Cleveland and Pittsburgh. You can enjoy a Browns or Steelers game after an hour drive in either direction. We're home to amazing wineries and the largest city park in Ohio, Mill Creek Metropark.

The position will create live and prerecorded stories for 3 network affiliates and the market's dominant digital news sources. MMJs are expected to shoot, edit, write, and produce. The MMJ is expected to be visibly involved in community activities.

We broadcast 11 hours a of live news every weekday, 4 ½ hours each weekend day. We believe in live coverage and expect multiple live shots on every shift. MMJs also get opportunities to fill in on the anchor desk.

The successful candidate will have a track record of working efficiently, multitasking, and troubleshooting to successfully meet challenging deadlines. You will excel at enterprising story ideas and developing sources.

Please be sure to include a link to your work in your resume.

JOB SUMMARY : Research, writing, capturing visual content, editing script and video, on-camera presentation of general assignment stories for multiple platforms.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

• Produce content for multiple platforms, including TV, internet, mobile, etc.

• Work with management to enterprise and develop stories on a daily basis.

• Demonstrate compelling storytelling using dynamic live shots and stand-ups, creative graphics, and use of digital and social *** platforms.

• Organize material, determine angle or emphasis, and write story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.

• Gather and verify factual information regarding stories through interview, observation and research.

Specialized Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
• Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment.

• Co *** ict management.

• Detail oriented.

• Demonstrate editorial judgment using knowledge of journalism ethics and libel laws.

• Strong on-air reporting, writing, and technical skills.

Education/Experience: Journalism Degree preferred (equivalent years of experience may substitute for education)

Training/Equipment:

• Camera and camera equipment.

• Newsroom computer system.

• Video editing and transmitting equipment.

Work Environment/Mental/Physical Requirements:

Position requires the operation of camera, camera equipment, computer and editing machine, and transport of equipment weighing up to 60 lbs. High stress environment with deadline pressures. Travel will be required on a regular basis. Work may be performed in extreme outdoor temperatures. A valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required.

NOTE: This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.

**** 27 First News is looking for a passionate, capital "J" journalist to join our 4-hour local morning newscasts.

Our anchors are working journalists, who take an active role in newsgathering every day, across all screens, and platforms. This anchor must also be active on web, social *** , and volunteer for community ser *** projects.

27 First News is advocacy brand of journalism in Youngstown, Ohio. That means our work must serve our viewers, and the communities in which we live. Our anchors must demonstrate an understanding of the challenges, the heartaches, the injustices, and the successes, that people in our audience face every day.

We cover big city news in a small market.

This is an operation that believes in local news. We broadcast 11 hours a day of live news across three network affiliates ( *** , *** and *** ) every weekday. We have won awards for our work including Murrow, Emmy, and AP recognition. The newscasts this position will anchor air on **** ( *** ) and **** ( *** ).

You get to live in a community with great food, great people and one of the largest city parks in the country. If you like to get outdoors before work, check out Mill Creek Metroparks. Youngstown is also midway *** ween Pittsburgh and Cleveland. You can be at a Browns or Steelers game in an hour. We're neig *** rs to some of the best wineries in the Great Lakes region.

Make sure you include a link to your reel when you apply, and send us a note or cover letter explaining how you fit the skillset we need in our next anchor.

JOB SUMMARY: Deliver newscasts accurately, clearly and concisely and in an engaging manner. Write or rewrite scripts. Fill in as producer when needed. Anchor or report in the field as needed.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

• Evaluate news leads and tips to develop story ideas. Gather and verify accurate information regarding articles through interviews, remark as well as research.
• Build network of sources who supply information that allows the Company to stay ahead of its competitors.
• Present compelling, clear, creative and accurate live shots.
• Organize material and write articles based on the details and information obtained.
• Use various social platforms to give updates as well as news stories to the public.

Specialized Knowledge/Skills/Abilities :

• Solid vocal delivery, camera presence, and clear enunciation.
• Strong reporting skills.
• Understand importance of social *** .
• Excellent reading, writing, spelling, grammar and organizational skills.
• Promotes teamwork and maintains attitude of cooperation with all station personnel.

Education/Experience : Bachelor's degree in Communication/Journalism or related degree required (equivalent years of experience may substitute for education); plus (3) years television anchoring or reporting experience required.

Training/Equipment : Operate newsroom computer systems.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements : High stress environment with deadline pressures. Some travel may be required. Position requires work on weekends and holidays.

NOTE: This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.

Are you tired of having a job and would prefer a career? Would you like a career with no pay ceiling and excellent benefits?

If you are a highly motivated, relationship oriented, creative and a tenacious person we have the right career for you. *** Sales with Nexstar *** Inc. in Youngstown, Ohio; ****-TV, ****-TV, **** and MyYTV are expanding their successful sales team. We are looking for a solution-oriented, digital savvy and confident individual to join our team. This individual will sell television and digital campaigns to local and regional advertisers. Candidate must be proficient in Microsoft office skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and digital terminology. Knowledge of advertising sales, Comscore, Wide Orbit and Matrix is helpful but not necessary. A positive and willingness to learn attitude is mandatory.

JOB SUMMARY:

Sells comprehensive *** solutions to local and regional accounts in a geographic territory to achieve sales targets and maximize revenues. You will represent 4 TV stations and 2 websites plus additional digital solutions.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

• Identify, develop, and expand existing and new client relationships & key accounts.

• Maintain close communications at various stages in the sales cycle including account updates, weekly projections

and forecasting of future advertising.

• Conduct research on target markets and trends and adjusts sales strategy accordingly.

• Ensure clear understanding and interpretation of client needs, and recommend appropriate solutions, in order to

meet requirements.

• Develop short- and long-range plans for revenue growth.

• Negotiate advertising rates, create oral & written presentations; generate packages.

• Monitor accounts receivables.

• Research, analyze and monitor competitive *** for new leads.

Specialized Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of online/digital and interactive advertising tools in order to advise advertisers and peer advertising

sales representatives on the effective use of online/digital and interactive advertisements.

• Strong problem solving, communications, writing, negotiation and presentation skills.

• Must be well organized, display a professional demeanor, exude high energy, and show attention to detail.

• Must be a confident, flexible, multi-tasker, and be able to work independently.

• Knowledge of Nielsen ratings is helpful.

Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree preferred with an emphasis in Business/Marketing or Communications. Sales related experience preferred.

Training/Equipment: Strong MS Office skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements: A valid driver's license, state mandated automobile insurance and an acceptable driving record are also required.

NOTE: This job description contains basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.