Most recent job postings at WMUR-TV
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WMUR has an opening for a Production Assistant. We are looking for an energetic team player who understands the flexible schedule that the broadcast industry requires to join our production crew. This person will be responsible for operating cameras, teleprompter, audio-board, graphics and video equipment; as related to live broadcasts and post-production. Must have good technical skills, and... good communication skills. Responsibilities include WMUR has an opening for a Production Assistant. We are looking for an energetic team player who understands the flexible schedule that the broadcast industry requires to join our production crew. This person will be responsible for operating cameras, teleprompter, audio-board, graphics and video equipment; as related to live broadcasts and post-production. Must have good technical skills, and... good communication skills. Responsibilities include floor directing, camera/studio operator, digital editing, assisting the news department, and other duties as assigned.Job Responsibilities: Construction, maintenance, installation and operation of props, cameras, prompters, sets and other production equipment.Lighting and script preparation for newscasts.Edit syndicated promos for air.Video cueing during newscasts.Maintain professional appearance of studio/sets. Work also includes AVID editing (non-linear) for news and website content.Assist the directors as needed.In-person attendance is requiredExperience Requirements: Working knowledge of television newscast equipment and software required.Videography experience helpful.Non-linear editing experience a plus.Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training and experience will be considered. Qualifications Requirements: Must have a good attitude, be willing to learn, and be a team player.Must be able to problem solve quickly and work well under pressure and tight deadlines.Attention to detail a must.Ability to edit is essential.Education: Bachelor’s degree in Communications preferred. Completion of college level technical & editing classes a plus.Equivalent military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) and associated experience will be considered. Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training and experience will be considered.Additional RequirementsAs part of its continued efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees, Hearst 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 Show more details...
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WMUR seeks a proven Digital Sales Manager to provide energized leadership for our digital sales initiatives. The ideal candidate possesses a passion for new media and enjoys staying up-to-date with its evolution, understands digital marketing strategy and thrives in a customer-focused team environment. Required strengths include: the ability to strategically plan, communicate effectively, build... and maintain internal and external customer relationships WMUR seeks a proven Digital Sales Manager to provide energized leadership for our digital sales initiatives. The ideal candidate possesses a passion for new media and enjoys staying up-to-date with its evolution, understands digital marketing strategy and thrives in a customer-focused team environment. Required strengths include: the ability to strategically plan, communicate effectively, build... and maintain internal and external customer relationships and training.

As a Digital Sales Manager, it is the expectation that you will work primarily at the station as well as away from the station, meeting with clients and attending sales calls. You will have capabilities for zoom/video conference meetings as needed.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare and implement individual advertiser account strategy including revenue goals.

• Regularly meet with local sales team, including group and individual meetings, to ensure their professional development and success with stated goals.

• In partnership with the Local Sales Manager, lead weekly sales meeting; prepare and lead quarterly/annual sales planning meeting.

• Consistently evaluate seller performance and provide feedback.

• Act as primary negotiator for the station on all digital business; review key sales proposals in advance to ensure client goals are achieved in a manner consistent with station sales guidelines.

• Respond to RFP requests; meet client deadlines.

• Meet extensively with clients to develop/strengthen business relationships; drive client retention.

• Develop/strengthen business relationships with key station vendors.

• Support local sellers in sales presentations to multiple points of contact with client/agency personnel.

• Develop and generate non-traditional revenue and new sales initiatives.

• Manage various expense budgets related to digital initiatives.

• Work in partnership with the Local Sales Manager and National Sales Manager to achieve stated and strategic goals.

• Provide training to Local and National sellers.

• Ensure that all necessary sales presentations are comprehensive and available in advance of the selling window.

• Maintain current and accurate revenue forecasts by account.

• Review and approve new insertion orders.

• Prepare and present various reports.

• Follow and meet all HTV Digital Sales Managers standard operating procedures as outlined.

• Maintain current knowledge of HTV advertising regulations.

• Communicate regularly with the General Sales Manager on all aspects of digital business.

• Be agile in responding to dynamic business conditions and station business needs.

Experience Requirements

• Have a complete understanding of current digital marketing strategies including synergist values with other media.

• Understanding of pricing and inventory management principles.

• Ability to dissect an advertising RFP; identify key revenue opportunities, and prepare comprehensive and winning response.

• Ability to prospect, meet with, and close business with new station clients.

• Possess the skills to manage and supervise others.

Qualifications Requirements:

• Strong formal and interpersonal communication skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products. Proficiency with Wide Orbit, Kantar, and One Domain/WO Media Office a plus.

• Valid driver's license and reliable automobile are required.

Note: Posting is subject to change so please refer to career site for latest availability (SBJ-G337
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Job Description WMUR-TV is looking for a full-time Political Investigative Reporter who can work collaboratively with our political and investigative teams along with other members of our newsroom. This person will produce in-depth stories primarily for our digital platforms but will also appear on television... The successful candidate has a proven record of building sources and generating story ideas that hold public officials accountable, dig Job Description

WMUR-TV is looking for a full-time Political Investigative Reporter who can work collaboratively with our political and investigative teams along with other members of our newsroom. This person will produce in-depth stories primarily for our digital platforms but will also appear on television...

The successful candidate has a proven record of building sources and generating story ideas that hold public officials accountable, dig into societal concerns and uncover details on big stories. This reporter must have excellent research and writing skills, be able to work multiple stories at a time and work well with a team of people.

Job Responsibilities:
• Research, pitch and write stories.
• Work with producers, Executive Producers and photographers to produce well-executed stories.
• Work with news managers to ensure fair and ethical coverage.
• Work with digital team to produce content for all platforms.
• Develop a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significance and identify other stories.

Experience Requirements:
• Five years of reporting experience.
• Demonstrated ability to enterprise and uncover stories.
• Demonstrated ability to develop sources.
• Demonstrated ability to obtain and report on public records, including, but not limited to court documents.
• Strong journalistic integrity and ethical standards.
• Your portfolio or 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 latest technology.
• Can work in all weather conditions.
• A valid driver's license and a clear driving record.
• Ability to work varied shifts, including overnights, weekends and holidays.
• 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.
• Equivalent military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) and associated experience will be considered.

About Us

At Hearst 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.

Hearst Television owns and operates 33 television and two radio stations serving 26 media markets across 39 states reaching over 21 million U.S. television households. Through its partnership with nearly all of the major networks, Hearst Television distributes national content over nearly 70 video channels including programming from ABC, NBC, CBS, CW, MY Net, MeTV, This TV, Estrella and more. The radio stations are leaders in Baltimore news/talk and rock music listenership. Hearst 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. Hearst Television is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hearst
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WMUR has an opening for a strong, take-charge producer can create memorable newscasts. The right candidate will have a track record of being aggressive and creative. They should also be able to work independently, make quick decisions and clearly communicate. 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 WMUR has an opening for a strong, take-charge producer can create memorable newscasts. The right candidate will have a track record of being aggressive and creative. They should also be able to work independently, make quick decisions and clearly communicate. 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.

Job Responsibilities:

• Selecting, researching and writing content for live newscasts.

• Working with and guiding reporters in story production

• Communicating, coordinating and executing creative vision with 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

• Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training and experience will be considered.

Qualifications Requirements:

• Excellent writing, spelling, grammar and copy-editing skills

• The ability to multi-task and coordinate several crews and responsibilities simultaneously

• The 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.

Note: Posting is subject to change so please refer to career site for latest availability (SBJ-G337
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Job Description John DiStaso Political Fellowship... The John DiStaso Political Fellowship is a one-semester paid position at Hearst ABC affiliate WMUR-TV in Manchester, NH. Our Fellow will work closely with members of our political team on several projects including daily political coverage, our 2022 and 2024 election-related coverage, and our weekly political show, "CloseUP". The Fellowship will be awarded to a motivated junior or senior in college Job Description

John DiStaso Political Fellowship...

The John DiStaso Political Fellowship is a one-semester paid position at Hearst ABC affiliate WMUR-TV in Manchester, NH. Our Fellow will work closely with members of our political team on several projects including daily political coverage, our 2022 and 2024 election-related coverage, and our weekly political show, "CloseUP". The Fellowship will be awarded to a motivated junior or senior in college who is interested in pursuing a career in political journalism.

More about John DiStaso

John DiStaso was the most experienced political journalist in New Hampshire. He was often referred to as the "dean" of New Hampshire's political press corps. John died from complications of pancreatic cancer on April 21, 2022, at the age of 68. Throughout his career, DiStaso interviewed four sitting presidents and countless presidential candidates while covering 11 New Hampshire primaries. John spent much of his career working for New Hampshire's largest newspaper, "The Union Leader". He spent the last seven years of his career working for WMUR, where he wrote daily for WMUR.com regularly breaking stories. He also often appeared on WMUR-TV to provide analysis for political stories.

The opportunity

In this political fellowship, you'll play a meaningful role on the experienced political team of WMUR. You'll follow in John's footsteps working on daily political coverage. You'll learn from John's enduring legacy, as well as the experienced political team at WMUR to gain the knowledge and experience to launch a successful career in political journalism.

How to qualify
• Working toward a bachelor's degree in Political Science, Journalism, Communications or a related degree
• Experience in journalism through internships or college media
• Goal to work in the field of journalism
• Excellent writing and research skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Deadline driven
• Willingness to work various shifts including nights, weekends and holidays
• You also need to have a strong academic record, and two recommendations from faculty or internship supervisors

How to apply

Please apply on our career site. Include the following documentation in your application:
• Include the following documentation in your application:
• A letter expressing interest in the fellowship and promoting your candidacy
• A summary of your commitment to journalism (one page, single-spaced)
• A current resume citing work experience and accomplishments
• A complete academic transcript through your completed semester
• Two academic or professional recommendations
• Finalists will be interviewed by phone and either in-person or via video conference

Application deadlines

For the fall fellowship, applications are due by June 15th. For the spring fellowship, applications are due by September 15th. Decisions regarding fall selection will be made in July and decisions regarding spring selection will be made in October.

About Us

At Hearst 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.

Hearst Television owns and operates 33 television and two radio stations serving 26 media markets across 39 states reaching over 21 million U.S. television households. Through its partnership with nearly all of the major networks, Hearst Television distributes national content over nearly 70 video channels including programming from ABC, NBC, CBS, CW, MY Net, MeTV, This TV, Estrella and more. The radio stations are leaders in Baltimore news/talk and rock music listenership. Hearst 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. Hearst Television is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hearst
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WMUR TV, the Hearst Television ABC affiliate in Manchester, NH is looking for a Sports Director. The ideal candidate will break big sports stories, enterprise compelling human interest stories, and find the unique angles that will captivate the non-sports fan. Our next Sports Director will turn sports stories for the newscasts during the week as well as anchor weekday sportscasts. Must be able to enterprise exclusives, tell compelling stories, and WMUR TV, the Hearst Television ABC affiliate in Manchester, NH is looking for a Sports Director. The ideal candidate will break big sports stories, enterprise compelling human interest stories, and find the unique angles that will captivate the non-sports fan. Our next Sports Director will turn sports stories for the newscasts during the week as well as anchor weekday sportscasts. Must be able to enterprise exclusives, tell compelling stories, and execute energetic live shots. Our Sports Director will also keep tabs on all local sports including high school, college and professional sports. On-site attendance required.Job Responsibilities: Delivers scripted and ad lib material with professionalism, personality, and purpose Regularly plans, gathers and assembles stories on sports and special project assignmentsCoordinates with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details, accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive contentDevelops a network... of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow us to break stories of significance.Will contribute pictures, video and text updates to digital platforms consistently throughout the dayAble to juggle multiple stories and projects at once, demonstrates exceptional time-management skills by meeting all deadlines under extraordinary pressureAn ability to summarize information into easy-to-understand componentsUnwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standardsAppears on behalf of the station at public eventsQualifications Requirements: Ability to editing videoCan work in all weather conditions and carry up to 50 poundsHas a valid driver’s license and a clear driving recordAbility to work varied shifts, including nights, overnights, weekends and holidaysExperience Passion for sports requiredPrevious television sports experience preferredEducation: Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent proven work experienceHearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training and experience will be considered.Additional Information:As part of its continued efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees, Hearst 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 Show more details...
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WMUR has an opening for a high energy, highly skilled Meteorologist. We are looking for a meteorologist who knows the science and can tell a relatable weather story. Our next meteorologist will be an accurate forecaster, keep our viewers and employees safe, convey appropriate tone, summarize complicated information, and stay cool under pressure.Job Responsibilities: Prepare viewers with accurate... compelling, and understandable weather forecasts.Provide WMUR has an opening for a high energy, highly skilled Meteorologist. We are looking for a meteorologist who knows the science and can tell a relatable weather story. Our next meteorologist will be an accurate forecaster, keep our viewers and employees safe, convey appropriate tone, summarize complicated information, and stay cool under pressure.Job Responsibilities: Prepare viewers with accurate... compelling, and understandable weather forecasts.Provide urgent, immediate weather information before and during severe weather eventsWill be able to simultaneously provide content on TV, for our radio partners, and on our digital platforms.Will utilize all the technology and tools available to us to tell an intriguing weather storyWill likely be live in the field during weather eventsIn-person attendance is requiredExperience Requirements: Previous on-air experience required.Qualifications Requirements: In-depth knowledge of weather science and forecasting.Proven on-air experience in handling breaking news and severe weather coverageDynamic on-air presence with a conversational weather presentationProficient in using WSI graphics and technology Excellent forecasting and on-air skillsStrong organizational skillsAbility to tell a compelling weather storyAbility to use common television weather systems. Radar experience preferredAbility to do live field reporting on weather and other topics. Ability to work varied shifts, including nights, overnights, weekends and holidaysEducation: Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Meteorology or related field CBM and/or AMS seal preferredHearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training and experience will be consideredAdditional RequirementsAs part of its continued efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees, Hearst 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 Show more details...
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WMUR-TV has an opening for an experienced and dynamic Newscast Director-TD. The Newscast Director-TD is responsible for communicating and executing all technical aspects of live production, with all technical staff, including the Producer, Studio Operators, and Engineering. A positive pro-active attitude, and schedule flexibility are necessary for this position. With a unique format, a dedication... to hard news and the resources of Hearst Television, WMUR-TV has an opening for an experienced and dynamic Newscast Director-TD. The Newscast Director-TD is responsible for communicating and executing all technical aspects of live production, with all technical staff, including the Producer, Studio Operators, and Engineering. A positive pro-active attitude, and schedule flexibility are necessary for this position. With a unique format, a dedication... to hard news and the resources of Hearst Television, this is a rare opportunity to join one of the best.Job Responsibilities: Directing/Technical Directing broadcast newscasts.Provide creative input and will work closely with the newscast producer and production crew.Be responsible for clean technical execution of the overall look of the newscast.Must be able to call and punch a newscast.Supervisory position.Must be able to operate audio, playback, cameras, and TelePrompTer for live news broadcasts.Experience Requirements: Hands-on experience with production switchers, video servers, audio and studio equipment.Equivalent military experience will be considered.Qualifications Requirements: Automation experience is preferred. We operate GrassValley Ignite.Experience with a Sony MVS 8000G Production Switcher is preferred.Experience with ENPS, VIZRT graphics and Bitcentral video playback will be helpful.Experience with Robotic cameras is preferred.Candidate should be a problem solver and quick thinker, using technical know-how to resolve existing issues and to work around problems that arise during live news.MOS and basic computer network understanding.Must be willing to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and fill in during holidays and vacations.Must be able to perform under pressure and meet deadlinesEducation: College Degree in Television Production, Broadcast Journalism or related field preferred.Related military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) and related experience will be considered.Additional Requirements:As part of its continued efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees, Hearst 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 Show more details...