Current Available Jobs for KIMT

KIMT in Rochester, MN is looking for a Director/Producer to direct fast-paced, cutting edge
newscasts utilizing the Ross Overdrive automation system. This is a rare opportunity to be a part
one of the most remarkable stories in broadcast journalism today. How many times in a career
do you get to work for a station that is growing dramatically? Substantially expanding its
coverage - more stories, from more places.

KIMT in Rochester, MN
One of the fastest growing cities in the Midwest.
Home to renowned Mayo Clinic.
Great environment to live, work, and play.
Nationally ranked as one of the most secure places to live and Best Place to Live.

Duties/Responsibilities:
Direct live and recorded programming on Ross Overdrive automation system within
format guidelines including newscasts, commercial production and station promotions.

Operates video switcher, CG system, and video server. Assumes responsibility of
newscasts and other programs. Offers suggestions for improvement.

Create templates, scenes, and rundowns that function within the Ross Overdrive
automation system.
Design graphics for news set, weather set, monitors and backdrops using Ross XPression,
Adobe CC, among other tools. 
 Read, study and research scripts to determine how they should be directed.
 Confer and collaborate with managers, crew members, on air talent and producers to
discuss details of production.
 Manage studio including set materials, lighting, mic set-up, cameras and monitors.
 Responsible for ensuring all aspects of the program are complete before the program
begins. Plan details such as framing, composition, camera movement, sound, for each
shot or scene. Solves problems at the source. Challenges others to improve.
 Along with producer, establish pace of newscasts and sequences of segments according
to time requirements and accessibility. Ensures program runs smoothly during live
broadcasts.
 Handles last minute and unexpected changes in a professional, poised manner during live
broadcasts. Communicates calmly, quickly and clearly to all involved as needed.
 Maintains high knowledge of equipment. Notifies Operations Manager of equipment
needs and problems. Ensures equipment is maintained.
 Ability to relate and communicate in a productive manner to a variety of people including
on air talent, visitors, production crew, producers, creative services and management.
 Treats co-workers and visitors with respect.
 Report to work on time and work established schedule/hours.

Requirements:
 Previous experience with Ross Overdrive is a plus. 
 Ability to handle non-scripted breaking news environment is a must. 
 Ability to climb ladders to replace set lights is necessary. 
 Must be able to communicate effectively and work independently. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
 Must be open to working early mornings, nights, weekends and holidays as broadcast
shifts vary
 Must be able to lift 50 pounds
 Any offer of employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug
test and a background screening.  A successful candidate must have a valid driver’s
license and a clean driving record. 
 
EEO STATEMENT:
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

JOB SUMMARY:  Deliver newscasts and/or report news and feature stories, blogs and other material originated by the reporter, or assigned by the editor, and read them accurately, clearly and concisely and in an engaging manner.   

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

• Build network of informational sources that will enable the Company to stay ahead of its competitors. 

• Develop ideas for news, feature and enterprise pieces, as well as investigative stories. 

• Collect and analyze facts about newsworthy events by interview, investigation, or observation. 

• Gather accurate and interesting information for newscast presentations.

• Organize material and write articles based on the details and information obtained.

• Present clear, creative and accurate live shots. 

• Produce accurate, complete and compelling news copy on deadline.

• Use various social platforms to give updates as well as news stories to the public. 

Specialized Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent reading, writing, spelling, grammar and organizational skills. 

• Promotes teamwork and maintains attitude of cooperation with all station personnel. 

• Adept at ad-lib presentations, without aid of scripts and/or teleprompters.

• Possess exceptional research skills.

• Solid delivery, camera presence and clear enunciation.

Education/Experience: 

Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism or related field preferred, with minimum of (2) two years’ experience as news reporter. 

Work Environment/Mental/Physical Requirements: 

High stress environment with deadline pressures. Travel will be required on a regular basis. Position requires the transport of equipment weighing up to 60 lbs.  Position often requires work in extreme outdoor temperatures.

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.

KIMT is an equal opportunity employer 

KIMT, the #1 station in Rochester, Minnesota, is looking for a positive, dynamic leader for our small but mighty newsroom. This role supports the Regional News Director in overseeing day-to-day newsroom operations and ensuring editorial excellence across all newscasts and digital platforms. The ideal candidate will bring a can-do attitude to the challenges and opportunities happening in our industry and inspire the team to rise to the occasion. They should be a jack of all trades, willing to produce, train, mentor, recruit and innovate. Ability to anchor is a must.

Key responsibilities:

·         Act as the newsroom leader in the Regional News Director's absence. 

·         Oversee daily news operations including editorial meetings, content planning, scheduling, and quality control. 

·         Provide editorial leadership and direction for all news broadcasts, breaking news, and special coverage. 

·         Oversee the execution and production of daily newscasts to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with station standards. 

·         Coach and mentor anchors, producers, MMJ’s, and other newsroom personnel.

·         Ensure content is posted to digital platforms.

·         Maintain and enforce high journalistic standards of accuracy, fairness, balance, and 

·         ethics. 

·         Be mindful of opportunities to increase morale, improve the working conditions of the team and promptly remove any obstacles that prevent productivity and a comfortable work environment.

·         Work with technical and production staff to ensure smooth, professional broadcasts. 

·         Monitor news ratings and audience trends; work with Regional News Director to adjust content strategies to grow and retain viewership. 

·         Ensure compliance with FCC regulations, company policies, and legal standards.

·         Must be willing to produce and anchor newscasts.

Qualifications: 

·         Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field. 

·         Minimum of 5 years of experience in a TV newsroom, including 2+ years in a supervisory or senior editorial role. 

·         Strong editorial judgment, especially in high-pressure or breaking news situations. 

·         In-depth understanding of television news production and newsroom operations. 

·         Familiarity with news management systems (e.g., ENPS, iNews) and video editing 

·         Strong leadership and coaching skills with a collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset. 

·         Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

Preferred Attributes: 

·         Positive, motivating leadership skills

·         Experience working in a medium to large market TV station. 

·         Knowledge of audience analytics tools and ratings systems (Nielsen, Comscore). 

·         Track record of successfully launching special reports, investigative stories, or digital-first initiatives. 

Work Conditions: 

·         Fast-paced newsroom environment with shifting priorities. 

·         May require evening, weekend, or holiday availability depending on news coverage 

·         demands. 

·         Must be comfortable making editorial calls in time-sensitive situations.