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WOOD TV8 & ABC 4 have an exciting opportunity for an experienced on-air personality to join our lifestyle show eightWest as a co-host! This position also represents our ABC community brand, “Live Local. Give Local.” If you have a passion for building relationships in the community, you may have found your dream job. The role includes working with station clients to help bring their brands to life... through TV/media and highlight their products, WOOD TV8 & ABC 4 have an exciting opportunity for an experienced on-air personality to join our lifestyle show eightWest as a co-host! This position also represents our ABC community brand, “Live Local. Give Local.” If you have a passion for building relationships in the community, you may have found your dream job. The role includes working with station clients to help bring their brands to life... through TV/media and highlight their products, services and philanthropic efforts.

The Lifestyle Host is responsible for in-studio and on-location interviews, producing weekly community content and producing articles for our website/social media. As an on-air station personality, you’ll also participate in community events as needed on evenings or weekends. The perfect candidate should be organized, a self-starter and someone who loves to work collaboratively with a team across various departments. We’re looking for someone with proven interview skills with a great on-air presence.

Living in the West Michigan community you’ll be able to experience the downtown art scene with trendy restaurants, live music and performances plus you can retreat to the lakeshore for recreation activities and miles of beautiful beaches along the shores of Lake Michigan. West Michigan is also known as a great place to live, work and raise a family.

To apply go to woodtv.com/careers.

No phone calls please.
Offer of employment contingent upon completion of pre-employment checks.
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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person
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WOOD TV8 is looking for a candidate who is interested in making a positive impact on businesses in our local community. The ideal prospect will consult with business owners to develop strong advertising campaigns utilizing our vast media product offerings. We are looking for a successful salesperson who thinks differently and is fearless about picking up the phone, or making face to face cold... calls. Knowledge of small business entrepreneurialism, WOOD TV8 is looking for a candidate who is interested in making a positive impact on businesses in our local community. The ideal prospect will consult with business owners to develop strong advertising campaigns utilizing our vast media product offerings. We are looking for a successful salesperson who thinks differently and is fearless about picking up the phone, or making face to face cold... calls. Knowledge of small business entrepreneurialism, marketing principles and how they affect business growth is critical. If you are driven to succeed, highly organized, and most of all interested in earning an above average income; please send us your resume and cover letter.

Apply at www.woodtv.com/careers.

No phone calls please.
Offer of employment contingent upon completion of pre-employment checks.
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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person
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WOOD TV8 is looking for a Digital Content Producer to produce engaging content for woodtv.com. We are looking for someone with strong news judgement, who can quickly and calmly react to breaking news. In addition to breaking news stories, this person will be responsible for crafting engaging hard news stories throughout the day. The ideal candidate can produce news stories quickly while meeting... high editorial standards, craft engaging headlines WOOD TV8 is looking for a Digital Content Producer to produce engaging content for woodtv.com. We are looking for someone with strong news judgement, who can quickly and calmly react to breaking news. In addition to breaking news stories, this person will be responsible for crafting engaging hard news stories throughout the day. The ideal candidate can produce news stories quickly while meeting... high editorial standards, craft engaging headlines and social media posts, and have a digital first mindset. A passion for writing and local news is a must.

Journalism or newsroom experience is preferred. A strong handle on local and national news is imperative. Exceptional spelling and grammar are essential. You will work in a deadline-driven environment and must be able to multi-task. Experience with WordPress, SEO and Associated Press-style writing is a plus.

This is a full-time position. Weekend and night hours may be required.

Please apply at www.woodtv.com/careers.

No phone calls please.
Offer of employment contingent upon completion of pre-employment checks.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person
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WOOD TV8 is looking for a creative video specialist for a video editing / photography position. The Editor/Photographer will assist with newsgathering for an early evening newscast and editing video for broadcast. This is a great opportunity for someone who has skills and interest in videography and is looking for a professional career. The Editor / Photographer will work closely with the... Newscast Producer and Executive Producers. Successful candidates WOOD TV8 is looking for a creative video specialist for a video editing / photography position. The Editor/Photographer will assist with newsgathering for an early evening newscast and editing video for broadcast. This is a great opportunity for someone who has skills and interest in videography and is looking for a professional career.

The Editor / Photographer will work closely with the... Newscast Producer and Executive Producers. Successful candidates must have an attention to detail and an understanding of visual storytelling. The Editor / Photographer must understand timeliness and deadlines.

Candidates should have excellent communication skills, both oral and written and have a minimum of two years experience operating (and proficiency in) videography and video editing equipment. The ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously is essential. Flexibility to work early morning or weekends is required. Knowledge of Adobe Premier and AfterEffects is preferred.

Apply at www.woodtv.com/careers.

No phone calls, please.
Offer of employment contingent upon completion of pre-employment checks.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person
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WOOD TV8 in Grand Rapids Michigan is looking for a hardworking individual who loves TV & video production. The Promotions/Production Producer will be skilled in video production, including shooting and editing with the Adobe suite and assist in the studio doing robotics and floor directing. This hybrid position gives the ideal candidate the opportunity to work in both the promotions and... production departments and hone their skills. This position WOOD TV8 in Grand Rapids Michigan is looking for a hardworking individual who loves TV & video production. The Promotions/Production Producer will be skilled in video production, including shooting and editing with the Adobe suite and assist in the studio doing robotics and floor directing. This hybrid position gives the ideal candidate the opportunity to work in both the promotions and... production departments and hone their skills. This position will be responsible for creating on-air promotional videos, special projects and working in studio during early evening newscasts. This person will assist in live field production, promotional events and other duties as assigned.

Apply at woodtv.com/careers.

No phone calls please.
Offer of employment contingent upon completion of pre-employment checks.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:
• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person
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WOOD TV8 is looking for a video rock star who loves to shoot and edit. This position focuses on creating fun, engaging lifestyle content and videos for our brands, eightWest, Maranda Where You Live and our community projects. We are looking for a skilled videographer/editor who can bring innovative ideas and experience to our team. You may be the perfect candidate if you’re creative, know your... way around camera equipment, love to experiment WOOD TV8 is looking for a video rock star who loves to shoot and edit. This position focuses on creating fun, engaging lifestyle content and videos for our brands, eightWest, Maranda Where You Live and our community projects. We are looking for a skilled videographer/editor who can bring innovative ideas and experience to our team.

You may be the perfect candidate if you’re creative, know your... way around camera equipment, love to experiment with small tech and can edit on Avid and Premiere.

If you’re outgoing, positive, organized and love a different challenge every day you’ll love to be part of our Creative Services team at WOOD TV8!

Apply at www.woodtv.com/careers.

No phone calls please.
Offer of employment contingent upon completion of pre-employment checks.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person
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WOOD TV8 is looking for an experienced journalist to join the top rated news team in West Michigan. This position requires at least five years prior experience. Candidates should know how to produce an investigative story, getting answers for the viewers and always questioning the answers. If you have a desire to be the lead reporter every day, this is the right opportunity for you. The News... Reporter will work closely with our Photojournalists, WOOD TV8 is looking for an experienced journalist to join the top rated news team in West Michigan. This position requires at least five years prior experience. Candidates should know how to produce an investigative story, getting answers for the viewers and always questioning the answers. If you have a desire to be the lead reporter every day, this is the right opportunity for you.

The News... Reporter will work closely with our Photojournalists, Producers, Assignment Editors and web producers. We work together as a team; we win together as a team.

News Reporters are expected to generate story ideas that appeal to our core audience. We want journalists who are committed to being part of the West Michigan community, to develop the connections and contacts that will lead to original stories. News Reporters should have a basic understanding of the legal process and know how to cover the court system.

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience with a minimum of five years experience in news reporting (more or less depending on market size) is required. Candidate should have excellent communication skills, both oral and written and have a superior on-air presence. Must have the ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, handle multiple tasks simultaneously and be flexible to work any shift. Knowledge of ENPS and Premier Editing is a plus.

Apply at www.woodtv.com/careers.

No phone calls, please.
Offer of employment contingent upon completion of pre-employment checks.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person
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WOOD TV8, the Nexstar station in Grand Rapids, MI seeks an experienced Assignment Desk Manager with outstanding news instincts, a passion to win and the organizational and problem-solving skills to elevate our daily coverage. The ideal candidate knows how to dig deeper, brings an investigative mindset to our content-gathering. You should have the expertise to deploy our resources with maximum... effectiveness and efficiency, while motivating our WOOD TV8, the Nexstar station in Grand Rapids, MI seeks an experienced Assignment Desk Manager with outstanding news instincts, a passion to win and the organizational and problem-solving skills to elevate our daily coverage. The ideal candidate knows how to dig deeper, brings an investigative mindset to our content-gathering.

You should have the expertise to deploy our resources with maximum... effectiveness and efficiency, while motivating our team to break news, build sources and up their game.

A college degree with several years of major market experience, preferably local is required. Candidate should have strong logistical skills, have the ability to effectively navigate the local and regional area, be a decisive, forward-thinker and possess excellent news judgment, with emphasis on stories that are interesting and compelling on television. Must have strong organizational and communication skills and be able to multi-task under deadline pressure.

Apply at www.woodtv.com/careers.

No phone calls please.
Offer of employment contingent upon completion of pre-employment checks.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person
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2. 7 Full-time 10 hours ago Full Job Description WOOD TV8 and ABC 4 West Michigan has a rare opportunity for a Lifestyle Co-Host with a passion for community! This role includes co-hosting WOOD TV8's daily lifestyle show eightWest and leading ABC 4's community brand, Live Local. Give Local... The ideal candidate will bring energy, passion, and creativity both on-air and behind the scenes to create engaging content that fits the brand(s). The station 2.
7 Full-time 10 hours ago Full Job Description WOOD TV8 and ABC 4 West Michigan has a rare opportunity for a Lifestyle Co-Host with a passion for community! This role includes co-hosting WOOD TV8's daily lifestyle show eightWest and leading ABC 4's community brand, Live Local.
Give Local...
The ideal candidate will bring energy, passion, and creativity both on-air and behind the scenes to create engaging content that fits the brand(s).
The station is looking for an individual who is self-motivated, organized, flexible and can think on their feet.
We're looking for someone with proven interview skills, who is a great writer and can work well across departments (Creative Services, Sales & Production).
The role includes working with station clients to help bring their brands to life through TV and highlight their products, services, and philanthropic efforts.
This position is perfect for someone who loves to work with people, has a great personality and on-air presence and who thrives in conducting in studio interviews and going on location for segments.
Principal Duties &
Responsibilities:
Serve as co-host of eightWest conducting interviews, live remote segments and on-location shoots as assigned Host and produce original lifestyle content for on-air and digital for Live Local.
Give Local.
brand Contribute original online content for abc4westmichigan.
com Daily interaction with partners and community members to develop content and meet client goals Public appearances as requested by clients and other station partners Oversee scheduling of shoots and edits for Live Local.
Give Local.
Segments Identify content opportunities amongst lifestyle brands and digital platforms Participate, seek out and engage in station related events and charity events in public Promote stories on social media before, during and after on-air broadcast and shoots Specialized
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Previous on camera experience A college degree, Communications or Journalism major is preferred Excellent communication skills Client services skills are a must Detail oriented and self-managing Excellent verbal and written communication skills Well organized, creative, professional, and high energy Skilled in small tech mobile shooting and editing Ability to work collaboratively with EP, producers, videographer & clients Education/
Experience:
BS/BA from an accredited four-year university or related work experience Training/Equipment:
Must be proficient MS Office skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
ENPS experience preferred.
Work Environment/Mental/Physical Requirements:
High stress environment with deadline pressures.
Position requires day-to-day multi-tasking as well as managing multiple projects simultaneously with frequent change in direction and priority.
Some nights/weekends required for special events.
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.
EOE/MINORITIES/FEMALES/VETERANS/DISABLED .
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications
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