Most recent job postings at KSTP TV
via ZipRecruiter posted_at: 2 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
About Us KSTP 5 Eyewitness News is the award-winning ABC network affiliate for the Twin Cities. Part of Hubbard Broadcasting, KSTP-TV is a longtime market leader, and is committed to excellence in all that it does-broadcast news with hyper-local coverage, important public service that deals powerfully with today's issues, and now, more than ever, top-notch digital content, to reach our viewers... and followers with information the way they want to About Us

KSTP 5 Eyewitness News is the award-winning ABC network affiliate for the Twin Cities. Part of Hubbard Broadcasting, KSTP-TV is a longtime market leader, and is committed to excellence in all that it does-broadcast news with hyper-local coverage, important public service that deals powerfully with today's issues, and now, more than ever, top-notch digital content, to reach our viewers... and followers with information the way they want to receive it. When you work for KSTP, or our other local, independently operated station KSTC, Channel 45, you will find yourself among dedicated, passionate people who work hard every day to improve our product and our community. If you have the qualifications, and you are a person of talent and integrity, we invite you to apply!

Job Responsibilities
• Present live on television scripted and unscripted news reports; may present live stories from the scene of the news, the newsroom and/or studio or may tape stories for later broadcast.
• Enterprise and develop stories for broadcast daily. Research and gather content for story. Write clear, accurate and interesting stories. Break down complicated and involved stories so that they are easy to understand. Ensure that any visuals shown are relevant, appropriate and impactful. Maintain standards of accuracy and fairness in news coverage.
• Write for and maintain strong presence on website and other social media platforms.
• Travel to the scene of a news story to gather and compile the information into the proper form for broadcast.
• Complete assignments according to established deadlines.
• Maintain extensive community contacts and awareness of local and national current events.
• Make promotional and community appearances as required.
• Maintain professional standards with regard to wardrobe, hair, cosmetics, and other areas of grooming as required for position.
• Write and post stories to website and other digital media platforms. Frequently update online stories.
• Work closely and respectfully with assigned photographers.
• Communicate frequently throughout the day and work collaboratively with others in the newsroom.
• Contribute to the overall team effort to provide the market with the best possible local television journalism. Work in a team environment cooperatively and collaboratively with a variety of people. Build working relationships with co-workers, community members, and the general public.
• Act in a professional manner when representing the station.
• Attend editorial and strategic meetings. Contribute story ideas on a daily basis.
• Report to work on time and work established schedule/hours. Ability to work other hours or alternate schedules as needed, as assigned by the News Director.
• Complete other duties as requested and needed.

Qualifications
• College degree in journalism, television or communications or equivalent experience; solid journalism background with multi-year experience in an on-camera reporting role.
• Great storyteller.
• Must be knowledgeable of issues, newsmakers, and current events and be able to present stories in a way that is accurate, clear, complete, and relevant to viewers.
• Ability to handle a variety of news reporting assignments, including but not limited to, live appearances on the news set, breaking news and remote locations.
• Solid writing skills required. Knowledge of production values required.
• Ability to get along and communicate with a variety of people in often extreme circumstances.
• Must be able to think quickly and respond to breaking news in high pressure situations and have strong organization and live reporting skills.
• Ability to read, hear and speak clearly and follow both oral and written direction.
• Ability to think critically and quickly and to articulate information in clear, concise manner to others.
• Welcome feedback and constructive criticism.
• Ability to read Teleprompter, to view videotape, and to listen to live and recorded audio.
• Must be flexible to work any assigned shift including nights, weekends, holidays; and extended hours.
• Must have a valid driver's license, a good driving record and be insurable. Applicant's driving record will be checked.
• Please submit a demo tape in DVD format or a demo reel link of your on-air experience along with your resume and cover letter.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing. Work with time sensitive and sometimes confidential information under tight deadlines and in pressure situations. Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to manipulate computer keys and camera equipment as well as general office equipment (telephone, copier, etc.). Must be able to move quickly at times from newsroom to edit booths to studio. Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time. Average pushing and pulling, bending and stooping. Travels locally daily. May travel regionally or nationally from time to time. The Company may make reasonable accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job functions.

Benefits

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https://hubbardbroadcasting.com/our-company/working-here/

Diversity Statement

Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding nearly 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU
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via ZipRecruiter posted_at: 3 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
About Us KSTP 5 Eyewitness News is the award-winning ABC network affiliate for the Twin Cities. Part of Hubbard Broadcasting, KSTP-TV is a longtime market leader, and is committed to excellence in all that it does-broadcast news with hyper-local coverage, important public service that deals powerfully with today's issues, and now, more than ever, top-notch digital content, to reach our viewers... and followers with information the way they want to About Us

KSTP 5 Eyewitness News is the award-winning ABC network affiliate for the Twin Cities. Part of Hubbard Broadcasting, KSTP-TV is a longtime market leader, and is committed to excellence in all that it does-broadcast news with hyper-local coverage, important public service that deals powerfully with today's issues, and now, more than ever, top-notch digital content, to reach our viewers... and followers with information the way they want to receive it. When you work for KSTP, or our other local, independently operated station KSTC, Channel 45, you will find yourself among dedicated, passionate people who work hard every day to improve our product and our community. If you have the qualifications, and you are a person of talent and integrity, we invite you to apply!

Job Overview

5 Eyewitness News is looking for a Content Editor to join our team of award winning journalists. This is a highly skilled position that requires multitasking in a fast paced environment. The content desk is the evolution of a traditional newsroom assignment desk and digital department. We are essential for coordinating, writing, and distributing content across all of our platforms. TV producers, assignment editors and web producers are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities
• Actively monitor an array police scanners and social media, websites, public safety scanners, phones and emails for breaking news,
significant events, and interesting community stories.
• Being knowledgeable about local, nation and global events. Have a good understanding of government and legal policy and procedure.
• Generate unique, enterprise story ideas. Work with producers and reporters to develop complete stories, find contacts, and track follow
ups.
• Make snap decisions during breaking news by notifying the newsroom, assigning crews, and confirming information. Being accurate
while aggressive is a must.
• Coordinating multiple field crews, multiple ways to broadcast in remote live locations while maintaining communication with the
newsroom
• Write news directly to our online and social platforms from a variety of sources including AP feeds, social media accounts, and live
video.
• Utilize a variety of technologies for video capture edit, file transfer, social communication, live traffic cameras, remote interviews.
• Communicates frequently throughout the day regarding changes with reporters, story follows, crew assignments, etc.
• Consult with newsroom management on difficult editorial decisions. Able to quickly adapt to other duties that arise on short notice.
• Able to quickly adapt to other duties that arise on short notice.

Qualifications
• Prior experience working in a local television newsroom.
• Exceptional communication and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to excel in a high pressure, demanding environment, to meet deadlines.
• Excellent organization and writing skills including grammar and spelling.
• Excellent verbal skills when speaking with the public and media contacts.
• Advanced computer literacy and ability to learn new programs/platforms--Knowledge of contemporary newsroom systems is highly
desired.
• Experience with digital publishing and content management systems, especially WordPress
• Experience with web analytics, including Google Analytics, Chartbeat and CrowdTangle
• Four-year Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism or communications, or equivalent professional experience.
• Prior experience using major social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube is required.
• Must be available to work days, nights, weekends and holidays as scheduled.

Benefits

For information regarding our benefits, please copy the link below and paste in your browser:

https://hubbardbroadcasting.com/our-company/working-here/

Diversity Statement

Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding nearly 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU
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via ADP Workforce Now schedule_type: Full-time
• With the Executive Producer, constructs and plans a daily newscast by organizing, writing, selecting, and making creative decisions for assigned live newscast, using criteria established by management. Makes decisions about stories to be included, how long they should be, the form of the story (i.e. voice over, live remote, reporter package, etc.), and in what order they should run. Writes and... rewrites stories as needed. Plans for contingencies. • • With the Executive Producer, constructs and plans a daily newscast by organizing, writing, selecting, and making creative decisions for assigned live newscast, using criteria established by management. Makes decisions about stories to be included, how long they should be, the form of the story (i.e. voice over, live remote, reporter package, etc.), and in what order they should run. Writes and... rewrites stories as needed. Plans for contingencies.
• Makes sure all aspects of the newscast are complete before the newscast airs. Plans ahead and meets deadlines so newscasts can run smoothly for all involved. Important aspects include completed scripts, graphic information, video lists, all necessary script times, and key information. Enters information for story choices and storied into the newsroom computer system. Notifies proper people of any changes or special situations that may come up in a timely manner (i.e. breaking news, live shots)
• Writes and posts stories to website and other media platforms. Posts to social media. Frequently updates online stories.
• Shoots and edits videotape for broadcast as needed.
• Communicates frequently throughout the shift and works collaboratively with others in the newsroom including reporters, anchors, photographers, assignment desk staff, creative services and other producers about the newscast and any changes being made. Relays story and newscast instructions and information throughout the day via telephones, e-mails, faxes or other ways available. Motivates staff before and during newscast.
• Responds and work well in a crisis and during breaking news. Handles last minute and unexpected changes. Communicates quickly and clearly to necessary staff and talent.
• Writes clear, accurate and interesting stories. Ensures that any visuals shown are relevant, appropriate and impact. Breaks down complicated and involved stories so that they are easy to understand.
• Makes decisions about the timing of a live newscast as it is being broadcast. The Producer watches the live newscast from a designated control room. Communicates changes to director, technical director, audio operator, graphics person, studio operators (inc. camera operators, floor director, teleprompter operator), videotape operator, master control operator, and anchors. Decisions about the live newscast are immediate and communications must be relayed clearly and timely.
• Completes post-show paperwork and tasks including the technical trouble report and archiving.
• Attends editorial and strategic meetings. Comes prepared to meetings and interacts professionally with others. Contributes story ideas on a daily basis.
• Is knowledgeable of local, national and world events. Has a handle on what is going on in the community.
• Consults with news director, executive producer and/or assistant news director on difficult editorial issues
• May travel but only on a very limited basis and in special circumstances.
• Works established schedule. Fills in for others and other positions if needed.

Requirements:
• Experience producing a local television newscast.
• Ability to read, write and speak English well.
• Must be able to add and subtract time.
• Able to work with others as part of a team.
• Excellent organization and writing skills including grammar and spelling.
• Understands when to take charge of situations when it is warranted.
• Four-year Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism or communications.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Physical Requirements:
• Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to manipulate computer keys and board controls as well as general office equipment (telephone, copier, etc.) for extended periods of time.
• Ability to read, hear and speak clearly and follow both oral and written direction.
• Ability to think critically and quickly and to articulate information in clear, concise manner to others.
• Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.
• Average pushing and pulling, bending and stooping.
• The company may make reasonable accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job functions
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via ZipRecruiter posted_at: 2 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
About Us KSTP 5 Eyewitness News is the award-winning ABC network affiliate for the Twin Cities. Part of Hubbard Broadcasting, KSTP-TV is a longtime market leader, and is committed to excellence in all that it does-broadcast news with hyper-local coverage, important public service that deals powerfully with today's issues, and now, more than ever, top-notch digital content, to reach our viewers... and followers with information the way they want to About Us

KSTP 5 Eyewitness News is the award-winning ABC network affiliate for the Twin Cities. Part of Hubbard Broadcasting, KSTP-TV is a longtime market leader, and is committed to excellence in all that it does-broadcast news with hyper-local coverage, important public service that deals powerfully with today's issues, and now, more than ever, top-notch digital content, to reach our viewers... and followers with information the way they want to receive it. When you work for KSTP, or our other local, independently operated station KSTC, Channel 45, you will find yourself among dedicated, passionate people who work hard every day to improve our product and our community. If you have the qualifications, and you are a person of talent and integrity, we invite you to apply!

Job Responsibilities
• Constantly monitor and maintain on air-accuracy of all programs and commercials of all television stations and other related transmitters.
• Insure the timely and accurate switching of all audio and video signals switched through Master Control.
• Correctly operates all technical equipment used in Master Control.
• Communicate to maintenance/engineering staff any technical problems with equipment.
• Responsible for the acquisition and distribution (A D) of programs and commercials for air. Operate with proficiency all A D equipment including, but not limited to, Flip Factory for timing.
• Tune and record satellite feeds for news and operations. Uplinks to satellites.
• Operate routers, microwave and satellite receiving equipment. Tune in all live shots for newscasts via LiveU, microwave, and satellite receivers.
• Operate computers to receive FTP material from HBI properties as well as from the public as necessary.
• Ingest and record programs and commercial content from DG Pathfire, Pitch Blue, EZ Spot, Extreme Reach, Local FTP, satellite and beta into the server. Time programs for air.
• Operate with proficiency all video equipment.
• Records air checks. Dubs air checks to DVD.
• News Operations
• Establish live shot from the field via LiveU, ENG, or SNG.
• Assign IFB to talent and inform control room and news room of their location.
• Uplink news stories to satellite.
• Proficient knowledge of ENPS.
• Prepare for unexpected changes and problems with network and local programming. Be ready to respond appropriately when necessary.
• Share information with the next shift on technical difficulties or unresolved issues.
• On a daily basis, maintain and complete with accuracy all logs and other records related to Master Control.
• Work ahead to insure all necessary materials are available for current and next shift. Insure sufficient time so that they are corrected well before air time.
• Edit playlists through conclusion of shift and at a minimum of eight hours into the next shift.
• Serve as communication link between Assignment Desk, Producers and Field Crews, keeping everyone informed as to changes that occur in the show rundowns or problems encountered in the field.
• Seek out ways to expand current skills and abilities; take initiative to learn new tasks, duties, technology and equipment. Offer ideas that would enhance or improve the way work is done.
• Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others. Foster a spirit of cooperation and helpfulness with co-workers in news, operations, traffic and promotions as well as management. Act in a professional manner while at work.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Ability to work other hours or alternate schedules as needed, as assigned with little or no notice. Alternate/additional work includes after regular hours, evenings and weekends.

Qualifications
• Basic knowledge and experience with all types of playout machines, switching (audio and video) equipment and satellite uplinking/downlinking.
• Understands broadcast techniques and language and can demonstrate proficiency in use of equipment, techniques and language.
• Strong communication skills-in person, in writing and over the phone. Ability to read, write and speak English well.
• Must be able to work different shifts and fill in for others if necessary.
• Solid PC skills required to handle use of internet to deliver news material.
• Must be flexible and able to deal with unexpected changes calmly.
• Follows directions and instructions well yet offers solutions or ideas.
• Strong team player. Works well with others. Fosters a spirit of cooperation and helpfulness.
• Familiarity with Twin Cities streets and highways.
• Physical requirements
• Must be able to work in areas and conditions that can be noisy, has many distractions, and confining.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas in English both verbally and in writing so that others will understand.
• Stands and sits for long periods of time.
• Ability to hear and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words.
• Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Ability to tell if something is wrong or to anticipate if something may go wrong.
• Must be able to lift, carry and move with up to 20 lbs.
• Must be able to think quickly and creatively.
• Dexterity to operate all equipment including computer keys, automation control, satellite receivers, and other controls in work space.
• Work under tight deadlines and in pressure situations.

Benefits

For information regarding our benefits, please copy the link below and paste in your browser:

https://hubbardbroadcasting.com/our-company/working-here/

Diversity Statement

Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding nearly 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU
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via LinkedIn posted_at: 22 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
About Us KSTP 5 Eyewitness News is the award-winning ABC network affiliate for the Twin Cities. Part of Hubbard Broadcasting, KSTP-TV is a longtime market leader, and is committed to excellence in all that it does-broadcast news with hyper-local coverage, important public service that deals powerfully with today's issues, and now, more than ever, top-notch digital content, to reach our viewers... and followers with information the way they want to About Us KSTP 5 Eyewitness News is the award-winning ABC network affiliate for the Twin Cities. Part of Hubbard Broadcasting, KSTP-TV is a longtime market leader, and is committed to excellence in all that it does-broadcast news with hyper-local coverage, important public service that deals powerfully with today's issues, and now, more than ever, top-notch digital content, to reach our viewers... and followers with information the way they want to receive it. When you work for KSTP, or our other local, independently operated station KSTC, Channel 45, you will find yourself among dedicated, passionate people who work hard every day to improve our product and our community. If you have the qualifications, and you are a person of talent and integrity, we invite you to apply! Benefits For information regarding our benefits, please copy the link below and paste in your browser: https://hubbardbroadcasting.com/our-company/working-here/ EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer. Job Overview 5 Eyewitness News is looking for a Content Editor to join our team of award winning journalists. This is a highly skilled position that requires multitasking in a fast paced environment. The content desk is the evolution of a traditional newsroom assignment desk and digital department. We are essential for coordinating, writing, and distributing content across all of our platforms. TV producers, assignment editors and web producers are encouraged to apply. Job Responsibilities Actively monitor an array police scanners and social media, websites, public safety scanners, phones and emails for breaking news, significant events, and interesting community stories. Being knowledgeable about local, nation and global events. Have a good understanding of government and legal policy and procedure. Generate unique, enterprise story ideas. Work with producers and reporters to develop complete stories, find contacts, and track follow ups. Make snap decisions during breaking news by notifying the newsroom, assigning crews, and confirming information. Being accurate while aggressive is a must. Coordinating multiple field crews, multiple ways to broadcast in remote live locations while maintaining communication with the newsroom Write news directly to our online and social platforms from a variety of sources including AP feeds, social media accounts, and live video. Utilize a variety of technologies for video capture & edit, file transfer, social communication, live traffic cameras, remote interviews. Communicates frequently throughout the day regarding changes with reporters, story follows, crew assignments, etc. Consult with newsroom management on difficult editorial decisions. Able to quickly adapt to other duties that arise on short notice. Able to quickly adapt to other duties that arise on short notice. Diversity Statement Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding nearly 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU Show more details...
via ZipRecruiter posted_at: 2 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
About Us KSTP 5 Eyewitness News is the award-winning ABC network affiliate for the Twin Cities. Part of Hubbard Broadcasting, KSTP-TV is a longtime market leader, and is committed to excellence in all that it does-broadcast news with hyper-local coverage, important public service that deals powerfully with today's issues, and now, more than ever, top-notch digital content, to reach our viewers... and followers with information the way they want to About Us

KSTP 5 Eyewitness News is the award-winning ABC network affiliate for the Twin Cities. Part of Hubbard Broadcasting, KSTP-TV is a longtime market leader, and is committed to excellence in all that it does-broadcast news with hyper-local coverage, important public service that deals powerfully with today's issues, and now, more than ever, top-notch digital content, to reach our viewers... and followers with information the way they want to receive it. When you work for KSTP, or our other local, independently operated station KSTC, Channel 45, you will find yourself among dedicated, passionate people who work hard every day to improve our product and our community. If you have the qualifications, and you are a person of talent and integrity, we invite you to apply!

Job Overview

A professional internship for a full-time student on the college/university level providing practical sports journalism experience through paid internship work on a weekly basis within the sports department of a local television newsroom in the Twin Cities.

Job Responsibilities

Works in the sports department as assigned, learning first-hand the operation of the newsroom and gaining valuable hands-on experience under the direct supervision of sports staff

-Activities to include any regular functions of the newsroom, including but not limited to writing, producing, reporting, photojournalism, and operations in the day-to-day newsgathering performed by members of the sports and news department staffs

-Attends daily editorial meetings, checks news sources, including wire services, email contacts, and phone calls received by the content desk.

-Assigned practical work in supporting working journalists, including researching, writing, and editing material to be reviewed and potentially incorporated in the newsgathering processes of the sports department.

-Is knowledgeable about local, national, and world sports news. Is informed about issues and concerns of the station's audience.

-Other duties as may be assigned, in keeping with the spirit of providing practical experience to the student who will, in turn, document the internship as may be required by their educational institution.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to work in areas and conditions that are often noisy with many distractions. Must be able to listen to and respond verbally in English to others. Must have manual dexterity to operate office equipment (including telephone, PC workstation, copier, etc.) and manipulate computer keys. Ability to think critically and logically. Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. Average pushing and pulling, bending and stooping. Articulate information in a clear, concise manner to others verbally and in writing. Must be able to move quickly at times throughout the building. Works with time-sensitive information under tight deadlines and in pressure situations. Must be able to stand or sit for periods of time. Able to work outside as needed to gather information, including video shots, for stories. The Company will make reasonable physical accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job functions.

Working Environment:

Works in professional, fast-paced, collaborative team environment with a number of members at any given time.

Qualifications

-Full-time student pursuing a college degree with a major in journalism, mass communications or related field in an accredited institution of higher learning.

-Should have recommendation of the academic advisor of the student.

-Ability to read, write and speak English well with good communications skills.

-Good news judgment and understanding of daily sports news content.

-Able to work well in a high-pressure environment, often under tight deadlines. Must be capable of handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and managing time-sensitive material in real-time.

-Highly organized and detail-oriented.

-Proficient with computers and web-based skills in research.

-Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office software suite.

-Able to respond to emails, answer phone calls and communicate professionally.

-Ability to report to the newsroom for work for up to eight-hour shifts on determined schedules.

Benefits

For information regarding our benefits, please copy the link below and paste in your browser:

https://hubbardbroadcasting.com/our-company/working-here/

Diversity Statement

Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding nearly 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU
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via ZipRecruiter posted_at: 3 days agoschedule_type: Internship
About Us KSTP 5 Eyewitness News is the award-winning ABC network affiliate for the Twin Cities. Part of Hubbard Broadcasting, KSTP-TV is a longtime market leader, and is committed to excellence in all that it does-broadcast news with hyper-local coverage, important public service that deals powerfully with today's issues, and now, more than ever, top-notch digital content, to reach our viewers... and followers with information the way they want to About Us

KSTP 5 Eyewitness News is the award-winning ABC network affiliate for the Twin Cities. Part of Hubbard Broadcasting, KSTP-TV is a longtime market leader, and is committed to excellence in all that it does-broadcast news with hyper-local coverage, important public service that deals powerfully with today's issues, and now, more than ever, top-notch digital content, to reach our viewers... and followers with information the way they want to receive it. When you work for KSTP, or our other local, independently operated station KSTC, Channel 45, you will find yourself among dedicated, passionate people who work hard every day to improve our product and our community. If you have the qualifications, and you are a person of talent and integrity, we invite you to apply!

Job Responsibilities
• Prepping studio daily before Minnesota Live and cleaning up studio after each show
• Running errands for producers and promotions manager
• Meet and greet daily guests for Minnesota Live
• Execute social media campaigns for stations brands as directed by the promotions manager
• Assist to develop content calendars on a weekly and monthly basis for station brands and initiatives
• Monitor analytics to identify viable ideas.
• Create engaging social media content.
• Assist producers and promotions with other various tasks
• Opportunities to assist on field shoots and live shots
• Opportunities to shadow producers and photographers
• May be asked to assist with promotional show events outside of the building

Qualifications
• Must be student enrolled in a degree program at a trade school, college or university which recognizes the internship for a class credit.
• A self-starter that thrives under the pressure of strict deadline.
• Excellent research and writing skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
• A passion for local programming and storytelling is critical.
• Working knowledge of the internet and strong computer skills are essential.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license and safe driving record as determined by the Company preferred (driving record will be checked).

Benefits

For information regarding our benefits, please copy the link below and paste in your browser:

https://hubbardbroadcasting.com/our-company/working-here/

Diversity Statement

Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding nearly 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU
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via LinkedIn posted_at: 14 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
About Us KSTP 5 Eyewitness News is the award-winning ABC network affiliate for the Twin Cities. Part of Hubbard Broadcasting, KSTP-TV is a longtime market leader, and is committed to excellence in all that it does-broadcast news with hyper-local coverage, important public service that deals powerfully with today's issues, and now, more than ever, top-notch digital content, to reach our viewers... and followers with information the way they want to About Us KSTP 5 Eyewitness News is the award-winning ABC network affiliate for the Twin Cities. Part of Hubbard Broadcasting, KSTP-TV is a longtime market leader, and is committed to excellence in all that it does-broadcast news with hyper-local coverage, important public service that deals powerfully with today's issues, and now, more than ever, top-notch digital content, to reach our viewers... and followers with information the way they want to receive it. When you work for KSTP, or our other local, independently operated station KSTC, Channel 45, you will find yourself among dedicated, passionate people who work hard every day to improve our product and our community. If you have the qualifications, and you are a person of talent and integrity, we invite you to apply! Benefits For information regarding our benefits, please copy the link below and paste in your browser: https://hubbardbroadcasting.com/our-company/working-here/ Diversity Statement Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding nearly 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU. EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer. Job Overview A professional internship for a full-time student on the college/university level providing practical broadcast journalism experience through paid internship work on a weekly basis within a local television newsroom in the Twin Cities. Job Responsibilities -Works in various areas of the news department as assigned, learning first-hand the operation of the newsroom and gaining valuable hands-on experience under the direct supervision of news staff -Activities to include any regular functions of the newsroom, including but not limited to writing, producing, reporting, photojournalism, and operations in the day-to-day newsgathering performed by members of the news staff -Attends daily editorial meetings, checks news sources, including wire services, email contacts, and phone calls received by the content desk. -Assigned practical work in supporting working journalists, including researching, writing, and editing material to be reviewed and potentially incorporated in the newsgathering processes of the news department. -Is knowledgeable about local, national, and world events. Is informed about issues and concerns of the station s audience. -Other duties as may be assigned, in keeping with the spirit of providing practical experience to the student who will, in turn, document the internship as may be required by their educational institution. Must be able to work in areas and conditions that are often noisy with many distractions. Must be able to listen to and respond verbally in English to others. Must have manual dexterity to operate office equipment (including telephone, PC workstation, copier, etc.) and manipulate computer keys. Ability to think critically and logically. Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. Average pushing and pulling, bending and stooping. Articulate information in a clear, concise manner to others verbally and in writing. Must be able to move quickly at times throughout the building. Works with time-sensitive information under tight deadlines and in pressure situations. Must be able to stand or sit for periods of time. Able to work outside in extreme weather conditions as needed to gather information, including video shots, for stories. The Company will make reasonable physical accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job functions. Works in professional, fast-paced, collaborative team environment with a number of members at any given time Show more details...
via LinkedIn posted_at: 11 days agoschedule_type: Internship
About Us KSTP 5 Eyewitness News is the award-winning ABC network affiliate for the Twin Cities. Part of Hubbard Broadcasting, KSTP-TV is a longtime market leader, and is committed to excellence in all that it does-broadcast news with hyper-local coverage, important public service that deals powerfully with today's issues, and now, more than ever, top-notch digital content, to reach our viewers and followers with information the way they want to receive About Us KSTP 5 Eyewitness News is the award-winning ABC network affiliate for the Twin Cities. Part of Hubbard Broadcasting, KSTP-TV is a longtime market leader, and is committed to excellence in all that it does-broadcast news with hyper-local coverage, important public service that deals powerfully with today's issues, and now, more than ever, top-notch digital content, to reach our viewers and followers with information the way they want to receive it. When you work for KSTP, or our other local, independently operated station KSTC, Channel 45, you will find yourself among dedicated, passionate people who work hard every day to improve our product and our community. If you have the qualifications, and you are a person of talent and integrity, we invite you to apply! EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer. Job Overview Marketing Internship Job Responsibilities Prepping studio daily before Minnesota Live and cleaning up studio after each show Running errands for producers... and promotions manager Meet and greet daily guests for Minnesota Live Execute social media campaigns for stations brands as directed by the promotions manager Assist to develop content calendars on a weekly and monthly basis for station brands and initiatives Monitor analytics to identify viable ideas. Create engaging social media content. Assist producers and promotions with other various tasks Opportunities to assist on field shoots and live shots Opportunities to shadow producers and photographers May be asked to assist with promotional show events outside of the building Benefits For information regarding our benefits, please copy the link below and paste in your browser: https://hubbardbroadcasting.com/our-company/working-here/ Diversity Statement Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding nearly 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU Show more details...
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About Us KSTP 5 Eyewitness News is the award-winning ABC network affiliate for the Twin Cities. Part of Hubbard Broadcasting, KSTP-TV is a longtime market leader, and is committed to excellence in all that it does-broadcast news with hyper-local coverage, important public service that deals powerfully with today's issues, and now, more than ever, top-notch digital content, to reach our viewers... and followers with information the way they want to About Us

KSTP 5 Eyewitness News is the award-winning ABC network affiliate for the Twin Cities. Part of Hubbard Broadcasting, KSTP-TV is a longtime market leader, and is committed to excellence in all that it does-broadcast news with hyper-local coverage, important public service that deals powerfully with today's issues, and now, more than ever, top-notch digital content, to reach our viewers... and followers with information the way they want to receive it. When you work for KSTP, or our other local, independently operated station KSTC, Channel 45, you will find yourself among dedicated, passionate people who work hard every day to improve our product and our community. If you have the qualifications, and you are a person of talent and integrity, we invite you to apply!

Job Overview

The Account Executive is responsible for selling advertising to clients and developing new business relationships by prospecting, developing and selling local direct-business accounts, making sales presentations, performing collections, maintaining client relations and sales.

Job Responsibilities
• Meet and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual budgets including spot, digital, and new direct business. Prospect new businesses on a weekly basis.
• Prepare and complete sales presentations with decision makers.
• Make presentations to include a customer needs analysis, research and supporting documentation, and creative business solutions.
• Follow up and close all pending business in a timely manner.
• Update Sales Manager weekly on progress of pending business.
• Work closely with other departments in creating effective promotional sales solutions for clients.
• Create and make presentations to agency personnel, including selling and pre-selling the station audience attributes.
• Provide exceptional customer service to direct and agency accounts. Personally contact each active account regularly- defined as an in-person meeting, including the presentation of pertinent sales information.
• Obtain credit approval for new accounts.
• Ensure all accounts are paid in a timely manner. Follow up and assist in the collection process for past due accounts.
• Utilization of and proficiency with Sales software.
• Attend special events, such as remotes and broadcasts, which involve clients. These events may occur after business hours and on weekends.
• Complete all written business requirements within established deadlines. These requirements include but are not limited to: forecast reports, pending business updates, written orders and advertising copy.
• Attend and participate in weekly sales staff meetings, individual meetings with manager and other necessary meetings and training as required by management.
• Have a thorough understanding of rates, promotions, inventory, and personnel. Continue to learn and stay abreast of trends in digital and broadcast advertising industry.
• Maintain regular, reliable attendance.
• Work cooperatively and collaboratively with others. Build working relationships with co-workers, customers, vendors and the general public.
• Complete other duties as requested and needed.

Qualifications
• Previous sales, advertising, digital sales, or media experience preferred.
• Knowledge of, and familiarity with, (or ability to learn) broadcasting and digital terminology and methodology preferred.
• Ability to understand the features and benefits of advertising and competitive media.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word for Windows; sales software knowledge helpful.
• Excellent written and oral English language communication skills.
• Experience developing presentations for the purpose of direct-business selling and ability to effectively present and communicate.
• Ability to respond to questions appropriately and think on feet.
• Establish and maintain customer relationships; communicate effectively with a wide range of personalities in a professional and courteous manner.
• High level of initiative and ability to work independently required.
• Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license and a safe driving history as determined by the Company for the purpose of meeting clients and attending events. (Driving record will be checked.)
• Demonstrate effective negotiation and closing techniques.
• Strong analytical skills, good judgment, and a "positive can do attitude" are required.
• Ability to read, hear and speak clearly and follow both oral and written direction.
• Ability to think critically, analytically, creatively and logically; and to articulate information in clear, concise manner to others.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Physical Requirements: Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to manipulate computer keys and general office equipment (telephone, copier, etc.). Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time. Average pushing and pulling, bending and stooping. The Company may make reasonable accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job function.

Benefits

For information regarding our benefits, please copy the link below and paste in your browser:

https://hubbardbroadcasting.com/our-company/working-here/

Diversity Statement

Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding nearly 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU
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