Media General is one of the nation's largest local media companies that operates or services 71 television stations in 48 markets. Our robust portfolio of broadcast, digital and mobile products informs and engages 23% of U.S. TV households and 43% of the U.S. Internet audience.
Media General has one of the industry's largest and most diverse digital media businesses that includes Federated Media, HYFN and Dedicated Media, all under the LIN Digital banner. With unmatched local-to-national reach and integrated marketing solutions, Media General is a one-stop-shop for agencies and brands that want to effectively and efficiently reach their target audiences across all screens.
Media General trades on the NYSE under the symbol “MEG.”
WRBL -TV/wrbl.com (Columbus, Georgia) seeks a Digital MMJ to report from our LaGrange, Georgia Bureau and to create & present news content for our local digital and social media platforms.
The Digital Multimedia Journalist should be passionate about local news, innovative, focused on the mobile user, confident on camera, and full of creativity and initiative. The ideal candidate will be a self-starting journalist that is well-versed in video journalism, web content creation, and publishing using an ever-evolving set of multimedia tools and platforms. This position will write articles and gather and present live and recorded video segments, online, on mobile, and on social media. These segments will be original stories that break news, dig deeper into details of breaking stories, and uncover and discover enterprise topics. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of how to effectively use social media to deliver original content to viewers and market to cross-platform audiences.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The Multimedia Journalist (Digital) produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits and feeds news content for all platforms (primarily digital and social distribution channels) in a manner that is clear, engaging, and meaningful to news consumers.
Develop strong sources and solidify presence on all key beats
Enterprise unique, impactful, and on-brand stories
Pitch and execute multiple stories daily which are relevant to the local community
Take the lead on breaking news from their primary areas of focused coverage
Produce strong copy with correct grammar, punctuation, editorial style, and formatting to meet the requirements of each digital and social distribution platform
Produce video and audio content of varying formats to meet the requirements of each digital and social distribution platform
Update and maintain online & social media presence to connect and converse with audience and generate story leads and content
Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity, timeliness, and production quality
Communication clearly, directly, and regularly with news teammates and other station departments
Write in-depth and sometimes investigative stories on relevant topics
Serve as an ambassador to the community by representing the station at community events and by participating in local civic groups and activities
Other duties as assigned
Requirements & Skills:
Strong news writing and editing skills
Attention to journalistic integrity and best practices
Proficiency in web content management systems
Ability to create visually rich content such on various platforms
Must be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Attention to detail and quality
Some proficiency and working knowledge of multimedia/video tools and applications and basic Internet technologies such as HTML, RSS, FTP is beneficial
Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Valid driver’s license with a good driving record required and must be maintained
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
The Multimedia Journalist (Digital) must be able to sit, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, work near others, work outdoors occasionally in all weather conditions, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. In addition, the successful applicant must be able to lift, set up and operate equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, and be able to handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls. Repetitive movements are required. Work may be conducted in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions.
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
Apply Online using the job link above.
Make sure your resume and/or other submissions include active links to your most recent video resume reels.
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Nov 10, 2020
Full time
WRBL -TV/wrbl.com (Columbus, Georgia) seeks a Digital MMJ to report from our LaGrange, Georgia Bureau and to create & present news content for our local digital and social media platforms.
The Digital Multimedia Journalist should be passionate about local news, innovative, focused on the mobile user, confident on camera, and full of creativity and initiative. The ideal candidate will be a self-starting journalist that is well-versed in video journalism, web content creation, and publishing using an ever-evolving set of multimedia tools and platforms. This position will write articles and gather and present live and recorded video segments, online, on mobile, and on social media. These segments will be original stories that break news, dig deeper into details of breaking stories, and uncover and discover enterprise topics. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of how to effectively use social media to deliver original content to viewers and market to cross-platform audiences.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The Multimedia Journalist (Digital) produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits and feeds news content for all platforms (primarily digital and social distribution channels) in a manner that is clear, engaging, and meaningful to news consumers.
Develop strong sources and solidify presence on all key beats
Enterprise unique, impactful, and on-brand stories
Pitch and execute multiple stories daily which are relevant to the local community
Take the lead on breaking news from their primary areas of focused coverage
Produce strong copy with correct grammar, punctuation, editorial style, and formatting to meet the requirements of each digital and social distribution platform
Produce video and audio content of varying formats to meet the requirements of each digital and social distribution platform
Update and maintain online & social media presence to connect and converse with audience and generate story leads and content
Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity, timeliness, and production quality
Communication clearly, directly, and regularly with news teammates and other station departments
Write in-depth and sometimes investigative stories on relevant topics
Serve as an ambassador to the community by representing the station at community events and by participating in local civic groups and activities
Other duties as assigned
Requirements & Skills:
Strong news writing and editing skills
Attention to journalistic integrity and best practices
Proficiency in web content management systems
Ability to create visually rich content such on various platforms
Must be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Attention to detail and quality
Some proficiency and working knowledge of multimedia/video tools and applications and basic Internet technologies such as HTML, RSS, FTP is beneficial
Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Valid driver’s license with a good driving record required and must be maintained
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
The Multimedia Journalist (Digital) must be able to sit, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, work near others, work outdoors occasionally in all weather conditions, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. In addition, the successful applicant must be able to lift, set up and operate equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, and be able to handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls. Repetitive movements are required. Work may be conducted in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions.
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
Apply Online using the job link above.
Make sure your resume and/or other submissions include active links to your most recent video resume reels.
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
WRBL TV-Columbus, Georgia / Nexstar Media Group has an immediate opening for a Sales Assistant.
WRBL is looking for a dynamic Sales Assistant to help one of Columbus Georgia’s fasting growing television and digital media businesses. You will have the opportunity to work with a seasoned group of sales professionals and a variety of local businesses to execute creative digital media campaigns across multiple platforms from WRBL.com, local news & weather apps plus bring social media campaigns to national display with video campaigns and more. This position offers a fun, fast –paced environment with room to grow. Candidate should be open to change and development as our business needs change in this digital environment. You must be a well organized multi-tasker. A detail oriented person with a solution driven attitude. You must have excellent customer service and communications skills and be able to work well with others.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Accurate Data Entry of TV Advertising & Digital Orders
Resolving preemptions and scheduling discrepancies
Provide assistance to the Sales Traffic Coordinator when needed
Learn the other Sales Assistants Roles and be able to help fill in when necessary.
Digital Advertising Experience is a plus.
Creating Digital Ad Designs is a plus—(put Links to your examples on your resume if you have them)
Must be able to use Microsoft Power Point, Word and Excel proficiently.
Provide assistance to Sales Account Executives and Managers.
Must be able to work well under pressure all while having a goal oriented & solution driven attitude.
Must be detail oriented and well organized multi-tasker with excellent customer service & communication skills.
Technical Skills – Hardware: Laptop Computer, IPhone and IPad.
Technical Skills – Software: Microsoft Office, Outlook, Power Point, Word and Excel
Social Media Experience, Photoshop & Google DFP are desired. Wide Orbit is a plus
Minimum Education: Some College with Marketing & / or Advertising
FT Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:30pm
Full-Time Employee Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & 401k along with
Vacation,Sick and Personal Time after a respective waiting period.
How to Apply:
Local Candidates are needed. Please Attach your Resume.
Qualified Candidates must apply online to be considered for this position.
Please use the Job Link below. First Time Applicants must create an Account then Apply for this Job.
EOE M/F/D/V Pre-Employment Background & MVR Screenings are required.
You must have a Valid Driver’s License with a good driving record.
https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/nexstar/job/GA-Columbus/Assistant-I--Sales_REQ-6444
Oct 16, 2020
Full time
WRBL TV-Columbus, Georgia / Nexstar Media Group has an immediate opening for a Sales Assistant.
WRBL is looking for a dynamic Sales Assistant to help one of Columbus Georgia’s fasting growing television and digital media businesses. You will have the opportunity to work with a seasoned group of sales professionals and a variety of local businesses to execute creative digital media campaigns across multiple platforms from WRBL.com, local news & weather apps plus bring social media campaigns to national display with video campaigns and more. This position offers a fun, fast –paced environment with room to grow. Candidate should be open to change and development as our business needs change in this digital environment. You must be a well organized multi-tasker. A detail oriented person with a solution driven attitude. You must have excellent customer service and communications skills and be able to work well with others.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Accurate Data Entry of TV Advertising & Digital Orders
Resolving preemptions and scheduling discrepancies
Provide assistance to the Sales Traffic Coordinator when needed
Learn the other Sales Assistants Roles and be able to help fill in when necessary.
Digital Advertising Experience is a plus.
Creating Digital Ad Designs is a plus—(put Links to your examples on your resume if you have them)
Must be able to use Microsoft Power Point, Word and Excel proficiently.
Provide assistance to Sales Account Executives and Managers.
Must be able to work well under pressure all while having a goal oriented & solution driven attitude.
Must be detail oriented and well organized multi-tasker with excellent customer service & communication skills.
Technical Skills – Hardware: Laptop Computer, IPhone and IPad.
Technical Skills – Software: Microsoft Office, Outlook, Power Point, Word and Excel
Social Media Experience, Photoshop & Google DFP are desired. Wide Orbit is a plus
Minimum Education: Some College with Marketing & / or Advertising
FT Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:30pm
Full-Time Employee Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & 401k along with
Vacation,Sick and Personal Time after a respective waiting period.
How to Apply:
Local Candidates are needed. Please Attach your Resume.
Qualified Candidates must apply online to be considered for this position.
Please use the Job Link below. First Time Applicants must create an Account then Apply for this Job.
EOE M/F/D/V Pre-Employment Background & MVR Screenings are required.
You must have a Valid Driver’s License with a good driving record.
https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/nexstar/job/GA-Columbus/Assistant-I--Sales_REQ-6444
WRBL -TV/wrbl.com (Columbus, Georgia) seeks a Multimedia Journalist to create and present news content for our local digital and social media platforms.
The Digital Multimedia Journalist should be passionate about local news, innovative, focused on the mobile user, confident on camera, and full of creativity and initiative. The ideal candidate will be a self-starting journalist that is well-versed in video journalism, web content creation, and publishing using an ever-evolving set of multimedia tools and platforms. This position will write articles and gather and present live and recorded video segments, online, on mobile, and on social media. These segments will be original stories that break news, dig deeper into details of breaking stories, and uncover and discover enterprise topics. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of how to effectively use social media to deliver original content to viewers and market to cross-platform audiences.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The Multimedia Journalist (Digital) produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits and feeds news content for all platforms (primarily digital and social distribution channels) in a manner that is clear, engaging, and meaningful to news consumers.
Develop strong sources and solidify presence on all key beats
Enterprise unique, impactful, and on-brand stories
Pitch and execute multiple stories daily which are relevant to the local community
Take the lead on breaking news from their primary areas of focused coverage
Produce strong copy with correct grammar, punctuation, editorial style, and formatting to meet the requirements of each digital and social distribution platform
Produce video and audio content of varying formats to meet the requirements of each digital and social distribution platform
Update and maintain online & social media presence to connect and converse with audience and generate story leads and content
Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity, timeliness, and production quality
Communication clearly, directly, and regularly with news teammates and other station departments
Write in-depth and sometimes investigative stories on relevant topics
Serve as an ambassador to the community by representing the station at community events and by participating in local civic groups and activities
Other duties as assigned
Requirements & Skills:
Strong news writing and editing skills
Attention to journalistic integrity and best practices
Proficiency in web content management systems
Ability to create visually rich content such on various platforms
Must be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Attention to detail and quality
Some proficiency and working knowledge of multimedia/video tools and applications and basic Internet technologies such as HTML, RSS, FTP is beneficial
Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Valid driver’s license with a good driving record required and must be maintained
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
The Multimedia Journalist (Digital) must be able to sit, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, work near others, work outdoors occasionally in all weather conditions, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. In addition, the successful applicant must be able to lift, set up and operate equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, and be able to handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls. Repetitive movements are required. Work may be conducted in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions.
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
Apply Online using the job link below.
Make sure your resume and/or other submissions include active links to your most recent video resume reels.
https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/nexstar/job/GA-Columbus/Digital-Multi-Media-Journalist_REQ-6373-1
Oct 13, 2020
Full time
WRBL -TV/wrbl.com (Columbus, Georgia) seeks a Multimedia Journalist to create and present news content for our local digital and social media platforms.
The Digital Multimedia Journalist should be passionate about local news, innovative, focused on the mobile user, confident on camera, and full of creativity and initiative. The ideal candidate will be a self-starting journalist that is well-versed in video journalism, web content creation, and publishing using an ever-evolving set of multimedia tools and platforms. This position will write articles and gather and present live and recorded video segments, online, on mobile, and on social media. These segments will be original stories that break news, dig deeper into details of breaking stories, and uncover and discover enterprise topics. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of how to effectively use social media to deliver original content to viewers and market to cross-platform audiences.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The Multimedia Journalist (Digital) produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits and feeds news content for all platforms (primarily digital and social distribution channels) in a manner that is clear, engaging, and meaningful to news consumers.
Develop strong sources and solidify presence on all key beats
Enterprise unique, impactful, and on-brand stories
Pitch and execute multiple stories daily which are relevant to the local community
Take the lead on breaking news from their primary areas of focused coverage
Produce strong copy with correct grammar, punctuation, editorial style, and formatting to meet the requirements of each digital and social distribution platform
Produce video and audio content of varying formats to meet the requirements of each digital and social distribution platform
Update and maintain online & social media presence to connect and converse with audience and generate story leads and content
Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity, timeliness, and production quality
Communication clearly, directly, and regularly with news teammates and other station departments
Write in-depth and sometimes investigative stories on relevant topics
Serve as an ambassador to the community by representing the station at community events and by participating in local civic groups and activities
Other duties as assigned
Requirements & Skills:
Strong news writing and editing skills
Attention to journalistic integrity and best practices
Proficiency in web content management systems
Ability to create visually rich content such on various platforms
Must be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Attention to detail and quality
Some proficiency and working knowledge of multimedia/video tools and applications and basic Internet technologies such as HTML, RSS, FTP is beneficial
Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Valid driver’s license with a good driving record required and must be maintained
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
The Multimedia Journalist (Digital) must be able to sit, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, work near others, work outdoors occasionally in all weather conditions, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. In addition, the successful applicant must be able to lift, set up and operate equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, and be able to handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls. Repetitive movements are required. Work may be conducted in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions.
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
Apply Online using the job link below.
Make sure your resume and/or other submissions include active links to your most recent video resume reels.
https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/nexstar/job/GA-Columbus/Digital-Multi-Media-Journalist_REQ-6373-1