Job Description
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About Us:
Weigel Broadcasting Co. is a family-owned media company based in Chicago, Illinois. The company owns and operates national television networks, as well as local broadcast stations throughout the country. Weigel is a leader in broadcast television with MeTV, Memorable Entertainment Television, the number one rated classic TV entertainment network, as well as the Movies! Network in cooperation with the Fox Television Stations, the Catchy Comedy Network, the H&I - Heroes & Icons Network, the Start TV Network and the Dabl Network in association with the CBS Television Stations, the Story Television Network, the MeTV Toons Network in collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery, and WEST- Western Entertainment Series Television Network. Weigel produces the original network TV programs Svengoolie, Toon In With Me and Collector’s Call. Weigel's local stations include CBS, ABC, The CW, MyNet, Telemundo and Univision network affiliates and independent stations, offering a mix of entertainment programming, local news and professional and college sports broadcasts in 29 U.S. markets including New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago. Weigel is the creator of the nationally syndicated music format MeTV FM. For more information on Weigel, visit: https://www.weigelbroadcasting.com/.
MMJ/Multimedia Journalist:
ABC57 News in South Bend, Indiana is looking for a driven journalist to join the news team. ABC57 is an award-winning newsroom focused on delivering impactful local news and storytelling. We are committed to gathering responsible, meaningful stories that make a difference in our community, not just “content.”
About the Role
· Enterprise original stories and be a good source builder
· Use strong writing skills, camera presence, and time management abilities
· Bring video shooting and editing proficiency
· Be kind, collaborative team players in the newsroom
What You’ll Do
· Bring story ideas and leads to the newsroom
· Turn at least one story per day in multiple formats, including a written web article
· Adhere to management’s guidance on editorial decisions
· Use social media to develop stories and share story updates
· Deliver live reports for the newscast daily
· Shoot and edit video for on-air and online
· Pivot news stories in a breaking news situation
· Other duties, as assigned
What You’ll Need
· A valid driver’s license
· Submit a demo reel
· Demonstrate proficiency in writing, spelling, grammar, and the English language
· Have no affiliation with brand sponsorships, influencer perks, or any other real or perceived conflicts of interest
· Be proficient in using social media
· Be willing to work late nights/early mornings, and sometimes weekends
· Have experience with video cameras, non-linear editing, and rundown software is preferred
· Have the ability to stand for long periods of time and hold heavy objects
If you have what we are looking for, please apply with your resume, cover letter, and a link to your demo reel.
What We Offer
· Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Package, Long Term Disability Insurance & Accident Insurance
· Retirement & Savings: HSA Plan, 401k with Company Match
· Time Off: Vacation/Personal/Sick/Paid Holidays
· Leave Support: Paid Qualified-FMLA Leave
· Family Benefits: Paid Parental Leave
Weigel Broadcasting Co. maintains an Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for all applicants and employees. We give fair consideration to all qualified persons and afford all our employees opportunities for advancement according to their individual abilities, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age or sex, or other protected categories. No opportunities for promotion, transfer or any other benefit of employment will be diminished through discriminatory practices. Employees or prospective employees have the right to notify an appropriate local, state or Federal agency if they believe they have been discriminated against.
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