Current Available Jobs for WJRT

Position:        MMJ

Station:         WJRT

Department: News

Location:       Flint

About the Station:

For over 60 years, ABC12 has proudly served the Mid-Michigan community. We embrace our role as an industry leader and provide timely breaking news and keeping our viewers informed during severe weather events. In addition to delivering daily news, ABC12 collaborates with various community initiatives throughout the year, demonstrating our commitment to being a responsible media partner. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact and seeking a dynamic environment to enhance your skills, consider joining the award-winning team at ABC12.

WJRT ABC12 is looking for a strong, creative Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) who is passionate about telling stories in the community.  We’re looking for a driven professional who wants to make connections in an incredible community – and be on the frontlines of big news stories.  The ideal candidate will have an eye and ear for compelling video and sound and ask critical key questions that our viewers want to know.  If you have what it takes, we want to hear from you.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• MMJ will be responsible for shooting, editing, writing, and posting multiple stories daily for broadcast and all WJRT's multimedia platforms under tight deadlines.
• The ideal candidate has a strong desire to turn the lead story every day.
• Pitch viable, developed story ideas
• Develop and cultivate sources.
• Solid news judgement
• Strong skills in posting to the web, engaging with viewers on social media, and gathering user-generated content are important.
• Ability to perform under various degrees of pressure and ability to switch gears quickly
• Hours, shifts, and responsibilities are flexible and are subject to change at the discretion of the News Director. 
• Must reside in the market area

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
• 2 years of experience as an MMJ in top 150 market.
• Excellent time management skills
• Applicants must be able to quickly develop contacts and work sources and be team players with strong communication skills.

WJRT ABC-12 is committed to providing in-depth investigative stories that affect change, hold the powerful accountable, and shine a light on public corruption. WJRT recognizes the responsibility of keeping the viewing public safe and informed about the world around them delivering all the news, information and entertainment viewers want and need to know. 

This is a full-time position offering a competitive salary with a competitive benefit package that includes medical/dental/vision plans as well as a 401k plan. Pre-employment and random drug testing, successful completion of pre-employment background check, and MVR check are conditions of employment. You must possess a valid driver’s license had have a good driving record.

If offered a position, you must produce legally required documentation demonstrating your eligibility to work in the United States before you can begin employment.

Please apply by clicking Apply Now. Include your resume and cover letter when applying.  A link to your demo reel must be attached to be considered for this opportunity.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

WJRT provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, WJRT complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

WJRT expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of WJRT’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge

An Account Executive is responsible for handling all aspects of local accounts, developing new business, utilizing marketing skills and preparing/delivering client presentations. Manages and executes sales strategies which result in exceeding revenue targets in local, new business and digital revenue.

Ability to prospect, cold call and schedule face-to-face meetings with a creative compelling sales presentation.   Effective communication skills on all platforms.  We are seeking an experienced sales executive; this is not an entry level position.  THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build, present, sell, and execute cross-platform advertising campaigns
• Create client re-caps, demonstrating delivery and effectiveness of advertising campaigns
• Maintain and sell existing TV and digital accounts
• Prospect and sell new business, using television and digital products
• Work collaboratively with other departments and within a sales team on station projects
• Must be able to close new business
• Ability to make face to face outside sales visits
• Ability to generate sales leads
• Identify business opportunities by identifying prospects, learn their business, and propose solutions
• Provide input on sales promotion ideas to sales management
• Retain current business and develop new business contacts
• Present marketing/advertising ideas to area businesses
• Sell commercial advertising time and other station products to local advertisers

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A 4-year college degree or equivalent professional experience is preferred
• Customer-service oriented, self-motivated, and possess strong local contact
• Excellent computer knowledge (Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Proficient with mobile digital technology
• Outstanding written and verbal presentation skills and Organizational skills
• An intense desire to succeed in a commission-based sales environment
• A pre-employment and random drug screening is required
• Must have a good driving record
• Professional appearance a must
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to overcome objections
• Meet/exceed monthly broadcast and digital goals

This is a full-time position offering competitive salaries with a competitive benefit package that includes medical/dental/vision plans as well as a 401k plan.

Pre-employment and random drug testing, successful completion of pre-employment background check, and MVR check are conditions of employment. You must possess a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record.

If offered a position, you must produce legally required documentation demonstrating your eligibility to work in the United States before you can begin employment.

Based in Flint, Mich.

ABOUT STATION:
For more than 60 years, ABC12 has been part of the Mid-Michigan community. Being called a leader in the industry is a responsibility and commitment we take seriously.

Providing breaking news of the day and keeping our viewers informed before, during, and after severe weather is our commitment day in and day out. Reaching beyond the traditional news of the day, ABC12 is humbled to be the media partner for several events throughout the year benefiting the community we call home.

If you are looking for a place to begin your career, find an opportunity to make a change, or challenge your skills, the award-winning team of ABC12 could be the perfect home for you too.

JOB SUMMARY:  
Are you a show crafter, who uses every tool in the tool chest to develop a fast-paced, informative, and focused newscast?  Do you strive to make each newscast better than the last? Do you thrive on throwing everything out to cover the big story of the day or breaking news? If so, we want to talk to you!

WJRT is looking for a producer. Candidate must be highly creative with quick and concise decision-making abilities; possess a track record of strong news judgment and a winning competitive attitude; unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards a must.   

You must have the ability to act professionally and maintain control in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment; be accustomed to changing gears on constant breaking news, updating news, and continued coverage for our viewers.  

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create newscasts, select, research, and write content for live newscasts.
• Communicating, coordinating, and executing creative vision with a team of anchors, reporters, meteorologists, photographers, editors, and production staff.
• Build content in unique and compelling ways using the many tools and technology available.
• Working knowledge of current events and community issues.
• Enhance content with graphics, video research, and station branding.
• Oversee all aspects of the content and presentation of a newscast.
• Work closely with the news team for accurate and interesting news information on all platforms.
• Passion for production & storytelling, combined with an unwavering commitment to journalistic ethics and standards.
• Willingness to grow by taking direction and excelling as a team member.
• Adapt to breaking news and developing stories.
• Generate story ideas and collaborate with news staff on promotable story ideas.
• Assist fellow producers in formatting other newscasts.
• Edit video and perform other duties when assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• One-year prior news-producing experience (professional or college)
• Possess a bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Broadcasting, English, Communications, or a related field.
• High level of communication skills, both written and verbal.
• The ability to remain calm under pressure.
• The ability to be mindful of and meet deadlines.
• The ability to multi-task and coordinate several crews and responsibilities simultaneously.
• The ability to summarize information into easy-to-understand components.
• Must be available to work holidays, shifts that include nights, weekends, and overnights, and flexible with schedule to be available during breaking news.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with AP ENPS or Avid iNEWS.
• Knowledge of non-linear video editing systems.
• Knowledge of web-based publishing.
• Experience managing professional brands’ digital and social accounts.

The hours, shifts, and responsibilities are flexible and are subject to change at the news director’s discretion.

Involvement in station initiatives and station events is necessary. This is a full-time position offering competitive salaries with a competitive benefit package that includes medical/dental/vision plans.

Pre-employment and random drug testing, successful completion of pre-employment background checks, and MVR checks are conditions of employment. You must possess a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record.

If offered a position, you must produce legally required documentation demonstrating your eligibility to work in the United States before you can begin employment. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
WJRT provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, WJRT complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

WJRT expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of WJRT’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.