Local Sale Manager KTMF TV

Cowles Montana Media
Missoula

Cowles Montana Media is accepting applications for a Local Sales Manager for NonStop Local ABC, FOX and SWX stations in the Missoula and Kalispell markets. This position requires an individual with strong leadership abilities to direct our local sales team in creating new business and revenue streams through our multi-channel, multi-platform broadcast station.

Job Description:
Missoula-based LSM to oversee sales activity for KTMF – NonStop Local ABC, FOX & SWX stations in Missoula and Kalispell. Supervise local sales staff & work closely with commercial producers to maximize revenue. Develop multi-platform sales plans and strategy; create sales presentations, one-sheets, and promotions. The LSM will assist in identifying key accounts for developing new business and must have a keen sense of the market. LSM will conduct sales training, sales meetings and weekly one-on-one meetings for sales staff and must be able to forecast accurately and maintain excellent client relationships. Should have experience in developing revenue budgets and sales department's operational budgets.

Qualifications

Qualifications:
2-3 years broadcast sales and/or management experience (television preferred), record of growth and stability in employment. Solid knowledge of television and internet research, sales, and traffic systems including Comscore, Nielsen, Efficio, and Wide Orbit. Broad knowledge of television industry and experience at multi-media sales is a must. You must be organized, able to handle multiple tasks and goals, and love working in a team environment. Ability to work flexible hours along with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment required.

Physical Requirements or Restrictions: Sight and dexterity to do computer input. Valid driver's license required.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Candidate must possess a proven track record in client relationships, sales management, developmental skills and staff recruiting. Send resume and cover letter, noting desired position, referral source and salary history to Personnel: Station Manager, Cowles Montana Media Company, 2200 Stephens Avenue, Missoula, MT, 59801, or email to jobs@cowlesmontana.com

Cowles Montana Media Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Apply Online via: www.nonstoplocal.com/employment/

Job Closing Date

Until Filled

Contact

Digital Anchor/Fill-in Anchor KULR TV

Cowles Montana Media
Billings MT

Digital Anchor/Fill-In Anchor
NonStop Local Billings is hiring a full-time Anchor for our streaming platforms and regional/statewide
newscasts. Come join our team in beautiful Billings, Montana connecting with our communities across the state while telling the stories of the day. You’ll anchor throughout the day on all platforms and fill-in anchor or report from the studio on our evening newscasts. Billings is a diverse, growing community in Montana with access to many outdoor and cultural activities. This is one of the most highly sought-after places to live in the U.S. We are looking for a creative storyteller with solid shooting and editing skills. A successful candidate must be motivated, ambitious, and hardworking. They must be organized and able to meet daily deadlines. Competitive salary & benefits. Come join a progressive, growing, multi-cultural newsroom in one of the most beautiful regions in the U.S. This is a great place to learn and grow in a community that supports and believes in local journalism!

Job Description:
An anchor for our family-owned company is expected to share in the same baseline job description. You will report directly to the News Director, who will help you grow! Our operation is based on a story-centric workflow. That means we prioritize story treatment across a variety of platforms, from our linear broadcasts, to our streaming services, as well as social media and our digital properties.

Baseline Job Description:
• Serve as a face of the station, presenting news in a conversational style from the studio.
• Breaking news is our bread and butter. Anchors are expected to guide and cover breaking news coverage in a smooth, cohesive way especially when ad-libbing.
• Anchors must be capable of working in a self-directed environment - producing news updates, developing local contacts and local content.
• A competitive passion to win and openness to innovation is mandatory!
• Our anchors are passionate about promoting our products through their connection with the social media
audience.
• An active newsroom leader who sets an example by visibly supporting and enhancing the work to improve and expand the viewer/user experience on all platforms.
• Represent station/company at a variety of events. These will likely occur outside of the regular workday.

Qualifications

What You Bring (If we hire for this job: these are the qualifications of an ideal candidate):
• Strong leadership skills.
• Availability for big breaking news coverage on unassigned shift.
• Smooth/pleasant delivery authentic to the viewers we serve.
• Strong writing skills and news judgment.
• Exemplary communication skills.
• Exceptional written communications skills using a conversational writing style.
• Strong editorial judgment and a proven ethical foundation.
How to apply:
If you want to be part of our winning team and live & work in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, email your cover
letter, resume, and link to your reel to: Jeff Hite, Director of Recruiting & Training,
at: jeff.hite@NonStopLocal.com

Cowles Montana Media is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

For more information on this position go to: https://www.kulr8.com/careers/

Job Closing Date

Until Filled

Contact

Jeff Hite Director of Recruiting & Training at: jeff.hite@nonstoplocal.com

Broadcast/Digital Media Strategist

Nexstar Media Inc. - KSVI/KHMT
Billings

Are you looking for a challenging, fast-paced career in media? Do you wish to learn how businesses convert customers via content and digital strategies? Do you want to help people succeed while having fun in the process? The way we connect with each other is changing quickly and you have the opportunity to be on the forefront! Nexstar Billings is looking for a creative Broadcast/Digital Media Strategist to join our team.  No day is ever the same; as a team we support each other to provide results for our clients.

Our mission is to help educate and provide innovative marketing solutions for our local partner/advertisers. As the media strategist you would be responsible for developing strong business relationships and growing those to meet team goals. You will also be tasked with continual education and influence with our staff and clients on broadcast digital products/trends, developing strong client solutions, and good overall service and response rate.  You will be selling a suite of digital solutions including search marketing (SEM/SEO), targeted display, retargeting, reputation management, content marketing, mobile marketing, social media, and email marketing.

Responsibilities:

-          Be a trusted advisor for clients, break down the strategies and how they will impact the business.
-          Provide creative solutions and create custom presentations for client meetings
-          Communicate the benefits of broadcast reach, content, search marketing (SEM/SEO), targeted display, retargeting, reputation management, content marketing, mobile marketing, social media, and email marketing.
-          Provide fulfillment across multiple platforms.
-          Meet goals

Requirements & Experience:

-          2-3 years of marketing or business experience, digital media experience preferred
-          Strong written and verbal communication skills
-          Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
-          Working experience of Google Analytics, DFP is a plus!
-          Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree preferred but not required. Nexstar is an Equal Opportunity Employer

To apply visit: Nexstar.tv

 

Marketing Consultant - KTMF TV

KTMF TV Cowles Montana Media
Missoula

NonStop Local your Cowles Montana Media ABC, FOX & SWX Television in Missoula, MT has an opportunity for a motivated Marketing Consultant to develop new business opportunities and manage an existing client list. This opportunity is base plus commission! The ideal candidate will have exceptional relationship building skills, creativity, verbal and written communication skills, sales experience, strong pay-for-performance orientation, strong integrity, and the ability to work independently. Advertising / Media Sales experience preferred.
Job Description:
Marketing Consultants assist business owners, business managers and advertising agencies with the marketing of products and services through use of television and digital advertising. This position is responsible for creating and retaining local advertising business for the station. Prospect, close, and service new business as well as existing business. Create full sales presentations and promotions. Work with creative services personnel to create effective television commercials. Maintain thorough knowledge of television programming, audience delivery, advertising rates and practices for competitive television, radio, newspaper, billboard, and other media in the market. Negotiate advertising budgets in competition with other media.

Qualifications

Outside marketing experience (broadcast preferred). Record of growth and stability in employment. Solid knowledge of business mathematics. Knowledge of television industry and/or other media. Ability to create marketing proposals using media research. Competitive, team-oriented attitude. Superior communication skills (oral, written, presentation). Excellent "team player" interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast paced and goal-oriented environment. The right candidate will have a high level of integrity, an entrepreneurial work ethic, a coachable spirit and the ability to ask for the order. Must be able to work flexible hours.

Physical Requirements or Restrictions: Sight and dexterity to do computer input. Valid driver’s license. Must be able to carry presentation equipment and drive from business to business for sales presentations.

Application Deadline: Until filled.
Please submit your resume, cover letter and weblink to: Personnel, NonStop Local ABC FOX Montana, 2200 Stephens Ave, Missoula, MT 59801 or email to philip.maney@nonstoplocal.com
Check us out on the Web: https://www.nonstoplocal.com/employment/

Cowles Montana Media Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Job Closing Date

Until Filled

Contact

Philip Maney Local Sales Manager philip.maney@nonstoplocal.com

Sports Reporter KTMF TV

Cowles Montana Media
Missoula

NonStop Local ABC/FOX Montana is hiring a full-time Sports Reporter for our regional and statewide newscasts. This position is based in the beautiful college town of Missoula, Montana. We are looking for a creative sports storyteller with solid shooting and editing skills. A successful candidate must be a self-starter, motivated, ambitious, and hardworking. They must be organized and able to meet daily deadlines. Competitive salary & benefits. Come join a progressive multi-cultural newsroom in one of the most beautiful regions in the U.S. This is a great place to learn and grow in a community that supports and believes in local sports. Do you like calling games? Good thing, because you’ll be involved with live sports production too, with our SWX sports network!

Job Description: Shoot/Write/Edit sports stories for television broadcast, web, and social media. Community Appearances and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications:
• Undergraduate Degree in Broadcast Journalism preferred
• Camera and editing skills are a must
• PC competent
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs. equipment
• Creative storyteller
• Organized
• Ability to meet daily deadlines
• Desire to cover breaking sports/news stories

Please send your resume, cover letter, references, and link to your reel (preferred) to jobs@abcfoxmontana.com or mail to KTMF-TV 2200 Stephens Avenue, Missoula, MT 59801.
Cowles Montana Media is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Go to our Website for more information: https://www.nonstoplocal.com/employment/

Job Closing Date

Until Filled

Contact

Administrative Assistant

KSVI/KHMT/Nexstar
Billings

Are you an outstanding Administrative Assistant that wants to learn the exciting world of entertainment & marketing? This Administrative Assistant role provides a full range of administrative and clerical support to the General Manager and other station personnel, ensuring excellent customer service always. If you have a sense of urgency, love to provide solutions, and have great enthusiasm this could be the perfect opportunity. 

A variety of roles but not limited to:

Updating and distributing ABC and FOX program schedules and rate cards utilizing Wide Orbit Media software and acts as liaison with corporate programming, providing booking orders as needed. Entering advertising schedules, promos and PSAs. Preparing and managing contest sweepstakes rules and affidavits.

Acts as liaison between stations and networks, preparing clearance reports and verifying entertainment and sports programming. Prepares FCC Issues & Programs Quarterly Reports and schedules and tracks paid programming. Upload various interviews and sweepstakes to our core website gaining knowledge of broadcast and digital advertisers

Requirements & Skills

  • Previous experience in office administration or other related fields
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to prioritize and multitask
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills 
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office desktop applications
  • Excellent Excel skills preferred

Nexstar is an Equal Opportunity Employer

To Apply Visit: Nexstar.tv

Job Closing Date

September 30, 2023

Radio On-Air / Audio & Multimedia Production / Sports Pay-by-Play

New Media Broadcasters, Inc. – KOJM-AM / KPQX-FM / KRYK-FM / HilineToday.com Radio On-Air
Havre

Must be able to demonstrate a quality on-air sound, creative production and, most importantly, show an active interest in the local community. Requirements include good computer skills and a working knowledge of digital editing tools for audio and multi-media production, copywriting and information updates utilized on-air and online. A good understanding of production techniques, particularly proper utilization and workflow timing are essential. Sports writing experience are also definite plus, along with extra income for Play-by-Play. All Radio stations broadcast HD and either simulcast or multicast separate programming. We maintain separate mobile apps, voice skills, and social networking sites for each or our main broadcast channels. You will be required to demonstrate good interpersonal and communications skills to establish a working relationship with local authorities and community leaders, along with fostering a harmonious working relationship with members of the New Media Broadcasters team. We are an award winning, top rated, small market, independently owned and operated broadcast group in Montana. Local is not lip service, we are community service! This is a career opportunity for the right person and offers health insurance, dental and vision insurance, a 401K plan with employer match, and limited moving expenses and temporary housing. New Media Broadcasters is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Enclosed vehicle in good operating condition is a necessary requirement. We are located approximately two miles north of the city and weather conditions demand a four wheel, all wheel or front wheel drive vehicle with good ground clearance. Qualified applicants are encouraged to send a cover e-mail with resume in either PDF or Word format to personnel@nmbi.com or call 406-265-7841 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Mountain Time Zone for more information. C. David Leeds, President New Media Broadcasters, Inc. Broadcast – HD – Internet – Mobile KOJM-AM / KPQX-FM / KRYK-FM / HilineToday.com 2210 31st Street North Havre, MT 59501-8003

Job Closing Date

Until filled

Account Executive - KULR TV

Cowles Montana Media
Billings

Cowles Montana Media KULR 8 Television the NBC affiliate in Billings, MT has a rare opportunity for an experienced and motivated sales consultant to develop new clients while managing and servicing the advertising needs of current local businesses within the Billings area. We offer a base salary plus commission and first-class training to elevate your success. This is a fun and financially rewarding career for the right individual!
All candidates must live within the Billings area and have a current driver's license. Candidates will take a complementary sales assessment to determine their aptitude for selling.
The ideal candidate is creative, smart, resourceful, tenacious, CONFIDENT and driven to help their clients succeed! The successful candidate is a changemaker for businesses that want to be seen, to expand and to elevate their profile within our community. Our next sales consultant believes in the power of combining television and digital advertising to help clients better engage with their customers, by using our powerful platforms to deliver their message, service or product to the masses!
Responsibilities
• Create detailed business proposals utilizing our unique mix of television and digital tools to achieve monthly goals and quotas.
• A self-starter who manages the entire sales cycle from finding a client to closing the deal.
• Unearth new sales opportunities through networking and turning them into long term partnerships.
• Project confidence as you present products to prospective clients.
• Provide professional after-sales support to enhance the customers’ dedication.
• Remain in frequent contact with the clients in your responsibility to understand their needs.
• Respond to complaints and resolve issues aiming to customer contentment and the preservation of the company’s reputation.
• Negotiate agreements and keep records of sales and data.

Qualifications

• Goals driven.
• Places the success of their client above any financial remuneration.
• Proven experience in a sales/customer service role.
• Knowledge of negotiating principles.
• Knowledge of MS Office.
• Excellent communication/presentation skills and ability to build relationships.
• Organizational and time-management skills.
• Has a can-do attitude.
• Enthusiastic and passionate about helping local businesses succeed.
Job Type: Full-time
To apply please see our job posting on indeed.
Resumes with a cover letter can also be sent to mark.archer@nonstoplocal.com or by mail to:
Attn:
General Sales Manager
2045 Overland Ave.
Billings, Montana
59102
No phone calls, please. Pre-employment drug and background screens are required.
Go to for details https://www.kulr8.com/careers/ or to apply online
Cowles Montana Media is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Job Closing Date

Until Filled

Contact

Mark Archer General Sales Manager

Marketing Consultant -Kalispell KTMF TV

Cowles Montana Media
Kalispell

Cowles Montana Media ABC & FOX Television Missoula, MT has an opportunity for a motivated Marketing Consultant in Kalispell Montana to develop new business opportunities and manage an existing client list. This opportunity is base plus commission! The ideal candidate will have exceptional relationship building skills, creativity, verbal and written communication skills, sales experience, strong pay-for-performance orientation, strong integrity, and the ability to work independently. Advertising / Media Sales experience preferred.

Job Description:
Marketing Consultants assist business owners, business managers and advertising agencies with the marketing of products and services through use of television and digital advertising. This position is responsible for creating and retaining local advertising business for the station. Prospect, close, and service new business as well as existing business. Create full sales presentations and promotions. Work with creative services personnel to create effective television commercials. Maintain thorough knowledge of television programming, audience delivery, advertising rates and practices for competitive television, radio, newspaper, billboard, and other media in the market. Negotiate advertising budgets in competition with other media.

Qualifications

Outside media sales experience (broadcast preferred). Record of growth and stability in employment. Solid knowledge of business mathematics. Knowledge of television industry and/or other media. Ability to sell using media research. Competitive, team-oriented attitude. Superior communication skills (oral, written, presentation). Excellent "team player" interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast paced and goal-oriented environment. The right candidate will have a high level of integrity, an entrepreneurial work ethic, a coachable spirit and the ability to ask for the order. Must be able to work flexible hours.

Physical Requirements or Restrictions: Sight and dexterity to do computer input. Valid driver’s license. Must be able to carry presentation equipment and drive from business to business for sales presentations.

Application Deadline: Until filled.Please submit your resume, cover letter and weblink to: Personnel, ABC FOX Montana, 2200 Stephens Ave, Missoula, MT 59801 or email to Local Sales Manager philip.maney@onostoplocal.com
Go to https://www.montanarightnow.com/employment/ for details or to apply online
Cowles Montana Media is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Job Closing Date

Until Filled

Contact

Philip Maney Local Sales Manager philip.maney@onostoplocal.com

Full-Time Sports Announcer

Newell Media-KFLN-AM/KJJM-FM
Baker

Newell Media is accepting applications for a full-time sports announcer. This is a two-station cluster, KFLN-AM 960 and KJJM-FM 100.5 in Baker, Montana. Stations are very involved in local sports. Applicans should have play-by-play experience. This position would also indluce assisting with news reporting, possible on-air/voice-track shift, production, and some sales. Traning would be provided. Salary and benefits discussed at time of interview. Please send demo tape and resume to JOBS@RADIOBAKER.COM. Newell Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Job Closing Date

Until filled

Radio News Director & Multimedia Journalist

New Media Broadcasters, Inc. – KOJM-AM / KPQX-FM / KRYK-FM / HilineToday.com
Havre

The News Director is responsible for writing and producing, reporting, scheduling and managing local news broadcasts and public affairs programs. Requirements include the ability to identify relevant news of local importance, develop news stories and public affairs programs that address local issues, demonstrate excellent writing skills and establish a good working relationship with local authorities and community leaders.

Additionally, the News Director must have good interpersonal and communication skills to foster a harmonious working relationship with members of the NMB team. Enhanced computer skills and knowledge of digital editing tools are a definite plus and required for multimedia production, copywriting and information updates utilized on-air, on-line and mobile applications. In addition to writing and updating news, the news director should be able to coordinate efforts to assure news department has a strong presence in the community.

News writing experience is a required and aspiring Multimedia Journalists are encouraged to apply. Sports writing and Play-by-Play skills are a definite Plus. Must be able to demonstrate quality News writing and on On-Air delivery, digital and multimedia skills, and, most importantly, show an active interest in the local community.

Most of your time will be utilized for writing, producing and reporting local news broadcasts and public affairs programs. Requirements include the ability to identify relevant news of local importance, develop news stories and public affairs programs that address local community issues.

We are an award winning, top rated, small market, independently owned and operated broadcast group in Montana. Local is not lip service, we are community service!

This is a career opportunity for the right person and offers health insurance, a 401K plan with employer match, paid vacation after the first year, limited moving reimbursement and temporary housing, gas allowance and smartphone.

Enclosed vehicle in good operating condition is a necessary requirement. We are located approximately two miles north of the city and weather conditions demand a four wheel, all wheel or front wheel drive vehicle with good ground clearance.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to send a cover e-mail with resume in either PDF or Word format to personnel@nmbi.com or call 406-265-7841 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Mountain Time Zone for more information.  New Media Broadcasters is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

C. David Leeds, President
New Media Broadcasters, Inc.
Broadcast – HD – Internet - Mobile
KOJM-AM / KPQX-FM / KRYK-FM
2210 31st Street North
Havre, MT 59501-8003

Job Closing Date

Until filled

Sales Manager

KSVI/KHMT Nexstar Media Inc.
Billings

The Sales Manager is responsible for leading the day to day operations of the Sales department, including development of new business and achievement of revenue goals.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:   

  1. Provides leadership for the broadcast/web sales teams, to include performance evaluations.
  2. Makes decisions regarding hiring, evaluation, promotion and termination of employees.
  3. Develops and executes sales strategies which result in exceeding revenue targets in local, national, eMedia and new product revenue.   
  4. Drives new business development.
  5. Manages inventory and revenue forecasting.
  6. Manages recruitment and development of talented sales professionals.
  7. Prepares budgets and approves budget expenditures.
  8. Manages Accounts Receivable.
  9. Calls on accounts with Account Executives.
  10. Performs other duties as assigned.                                

Requirements & Skills:

  1. Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising or Mass Communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work related experience.
  2. Fluency in English.
  3. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
  4. Minimum three years’ experience in sales, preferably in the media field.
  5. Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
  6. Experience guiding, directing and motivating subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
  7. Experience establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
  8. Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills.
  9. Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.

Nexstar is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Apply at: Nexstar.tv

Job Closing Date

September 2, 2023

Multimedia Journalist Reporter KFBB TV Great Falls

Cowles Montana Media
Great Falls, Montana

NonStop Local - ABC/FOX Montana is hiring a full-time Multimedia Journalist for our regional and statewide newscasts. This position is based in beautiful Great Falls, Montana. Great Falls is the largest City in North Central Montana with access to many outdoor and cultural activities. We are looking for a creative storyteller with solid shooting and editing skills. A successful candidate must be motivated, ambitious, and hardworking. They must be organized and able to meet daily deadlines. Competitive salary & benefits. Come join a progressive multi-cultural newsroom in one of the most beautiful regions in the U.S. This is a great place to learn and grow in a community that supports and believes in local journalism!

Job Description: Shoot / Write / Edit news stories for television broadcast, web, and social media. Community Appearances and other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Qualifications:
• Undergraduate Degree in Broadcast Journalism preferred
• Camera and editing skills are a must
• PC competent
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs. equipment
• Creative storyteller
• Organized
• Ability to meet daily deadlines
• Desire to cover breaking news
Please send your resume, cover letter, references and link to your reel (preferred) to jobs@abcfoxmontana.com or to KTMF-TV 2200 Stephens Avenue, Missoula, MT 59801.
Cowles Montana Media is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Apply Online via: www.nonstoplocal.com/employment/

Job Closing Date

Until Filled

Contact

jobs@abcfoxmontana.com or mail to KTMF-TV 2200 Stephens Avenue, Missoula, MT 59801.

Multimedia Journalist Reporter KWYB TV Bozeman

Cowles Montana Media
Bozeman MT

NonStop Local – ABC/FOX Montana is hiring a full-time Multimedia Journalist for our regional and statewide newscasts. This position is based in beautiful Bozeman, Montana. Bozeman is a diverse, growing University town in Montana with access to many outdoor and cultural activities. We are looking for a creative storyteller with solid shooting and editing skills. A successful candidate must be motivated, ambitious, and hardworking. They must be organized and able to meet daily deadlines. Competitive salary & benefits. Come join a progressive multi-cultural newsroom in one of the most beautiful regions in the U.S. This is a great place to learn and grow in a community that supports and believes in local journalism!

Job Description: Shoot / Write / Edit news stories for television broadcast, web, and social media. Community Appearances and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications:
• Undergraduate Degree in Broadcast Journalism preferred
• Camera and editing skills are a must
• PC competent
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs. equipment
• Creative storyteller
• Organized
• Ability to meet daily deadlines
• Desire to cover breaking news

Please send your resume, cover letter, references and link to your reel (preferred) to jobs@abcfoxmontana.com or to KTMF-TV 2200 Stephens Avenue, Missoula, MT 59801.
Cowles Montana Media is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Apply Online via: www.nonstoplocal.com/employment/

Job Closing Date

Until Filled

Contact

jobs@abcfoxmontana.com or mail to KTMF-TV 2200 Stephens Avenue, Missoula, MT 59801.

KTMF Weekend Producer

KTMF
Missoula, MT

ABC/FOX Montana is hiring a full-time Weekend Producer for our regional and statewide newscasts.
We are looking for a producer who can create, orchestrate, and energize the market’s news programming across all our platforms reaching Missoula, Bozeman, Butte, Great Falls, Helena, and Billings. You’ll need to have good news judgement, create sizzle in your newscasts, and established writing skills to produce stories that are relevant and compelling to our viewers. We thrive on our patented coverage of breaking news and breaking weather. If you have the passion, and the ability to make quick decisions, multi-task, and work effectively under pressure, we want to hear from you! We're a family-owned company that isn't afraid to try something new. We're always looking for the next big thing and creativity is not only encouraged but expected.
This position is based in beautiful Missoula, Montana. Missoula is a diverse, growing University town in Montana with access to many outdoor and cultural activities.
A successful candidate must be motivated, ambitious, and hardworking. They must be organized and able to meet daily deadlines. Competitive salary & benefits. Come join a progressive multi-cultural newsroom in one of the most beautiful regions in the U.S. This is a great place to learn and grow in a community that supports and believes in local journalism!
Job Description:

Each producer for our family-owned company is expected to share in the same baseline job description. You will report to the News Director as well as other managers. Producers report the original content that is the backbone of our news operations. A good producer is a team player with attention to detail, accuracy, dedication, sharp writing, and a strong flair for compelling video. A great producer is offended by the word "stack" and uses every available second in a newscast to create an experience for the viewer. Producers are also unashamed control freaks, driven by a need to find the truth.

Baseline Job Description:
• Produce and write assigned segments, which may include non-linear newscasts.
• Participate in daily planning meetings. Contribute ideas for news programming based on research and our news strategy.
• Work closely with news managers to determine the composition and flow of the newscast, to select video, to write and copy-edit stories.
• Recognize stories with potential and develop them into compelling broadcast content
• Ensure video detail and news rundown is provided to editors. Ensure any visuals shown are relevant, appropriate, and impactful. Make certain all video is previewed for accuracy.
• Scour websites and social media to monitor and report news, find sources and leads for stories and also to gain competitive intelligence.
• Maintain standards of accuracy and fairness in news coverage.
• Break down complicated and involved stories so they are accurate, interesting and easy to understand.
• Excellent time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize, multi-task and work under shifting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Builds relationships with all team members proactively including anchors and meteorologists.
• Communicate frequently throughout the day and work collaboratively with others in the newsroom.
• Commands control room by communicating clear vision to production team, reporters and anchors.
• Ensures reporter intros and tags flow with the rest of the newscast.
• Assists in the production of special projects and other content related to program and/or station
• Performs other duties as assigned
What You Bring (If we hire for this job: these are the qualifications of an ideal candidate):

• Ability to think quickly and respond to breaking news in high pressure situations and have strong organization skills.
• Must be well read on current affairs and have a wide range working knowledge and understanding of general interest subjects.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Availability for big breaking news coverage on unassigned shift.
• Exceptional written communications skills using a conversational writing style.
• Strong editorial judgment and a proven ethical foundation.
• An above-average, demonstrable knowledge of television newscast production techniques and television news writing.
• At least one year of related work experience preferred including: Direct responsibility for producing a news program and preparing rundowns.
• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or Communications preferred.
• Applicants must successfully pass a background screening.
How to apply:
Please send your resume, cover letter, references and link to your reel (preferred) to jobs@abcfoxmontana.com or to KTMF-TV 2200 Stephens Avenue, Missoula, MT 59801.

Job Closing Date

Until filled

Full-time Sales/Office Admin

Newell Media
Baker

Newell Media in Baker, Montana, dba KFLN/KJJM Radio, is accepting applications for a full-time sales/office admin position. This position requires a person who is self-motivated and willing to work independently and as a team member to meet required goals.  Applicants should have a strong background in computers and social media aps. Valid driver’s license is required.  Please email your job application/resume to Linda Howard at linda@radiobaker.com.  Newell Media is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Closing Date

Until Filled

Digital Content Writer

Nexstar Billings
Billings

Position Summary: This role is responsible for updating local website, curating high-performing content, crafting homepage layouts driven by data, and helping to report news -- everything from quick-hit local stories to breaking news and enterprise reports. This role will work on building a loyal local audience by being responsive to traffic patterns and audience interest while serving as a steward of our brands.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Curate and aggregate a steady stream of interesting content that is packaged and promoted in a way that generates engagement and repeat site visitation.
  • Monitor all forms of media (print, TV, digital, blogs and social) and be the quick to report breaking news stories and always on the hunt for exclusive and or trending content that will grow engagement and drive loyal, local traffic
  • Flexibility to perform duties 
  • Excellent at writing headlines that grow audience and engagement
  • Prioritize packaging content that grows page views per visitor and time on site, using headline testing, metric tools and observed patterns to guide decision making
  • Understand different ways to tell a story, particularly producing short videos and choosing great photos.
  • Evaluate website traffic trends to make decisions on both daily content needs and longer-term content curation that will grow local audience.
  • Build positive working relationships with staff and management, work collaboratively on enterprise content, and creating opportunities to market web content on broadcast.
  • Promote and distribute news content on social media.

Skill/ Experience Requirements

  • 1- 2 years of experience in digital content and journalism a plus
  • Clever headline writer that gets readers to click
  • Strong multi-tasking abilities
  • Organized, technical problem solver and quick decision maker
  • Capable of researching, interviewing and writing original news articles
  • Knowledge of SEO best practices and AP Style
  • Enjoys working in teams and has excellent interpersonal skills
  • Ease with/ability to learn new technology independently and quickly
  • Strong communicator
  • Some schedule flexibility (nights, weekends)
  • Regularly meets measurements of success
  • Strong understanding of Google Analytics; Chartbeat experience a plus
  • Proficiency in MS Office; HTML, CSS and Photoshop experience a plus
  • Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Measurements of success 

  • Works well with local and regional newsrooms
  • Doesn’t miss big stories
  • Makes decisions based on data
  • Understands KPIs and regularly works towards those goals
  • Responds well to feedback and offers insights on how audience is responding to content and headlines

Nexstar is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Apply at: Nexstar.tv

Job Closing Date

2/4/23

Ad Sales, Digital Marketing, and other Broadcast Opportunities

Anderson Broadcasting
Flathead Valley, Eureka, Missoula, Hamilton, Mission Valley

Anderson Broadcasting has positions available in advertising sales, digital marketing and other broadcast opportunities in the Flathead Valley, Eureka, Missoula, Hamilton, and the Mission Valley. Experience is preferred. Submit your resume or letter of interest to info@andersonbroadcasting.com. We look forward to discussing available opportunities. Please contact us at 406-883-5255. Anderson Broadcasting is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Closing Date

Until filled

Contact

Elizabeth Anderson (406) 883-5255

Program Director/Morning Announcer

KBOW - Butte Broadcasting
Butte

Butte Broadcasting is searching for a full-time experienced Program Director/morning announcer for KBOW 550AM/101.5FM. We are hometown locally owned radio company that still believes in live local radio.  If you love to entertain, this job is for you. We're looking for someone with a fun, energetic personality! Your job is to engage with the audience, keep them entertained, and play country tunes. Other duties include voicework for our 3 other stations and production work.

We are also looking for an experienced Play-by-Play announcer to broadcast Montana Tech College and/or Butte High School Football and Basketball. Experience is a must!

Competitive pay and full benefit package is available for full time employees.

Questions? Call Ron Davis at 406-494-7777. Butte Broadcasting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Job Closing Date

Until filled

Broadcast/Digital Media Strategist

YourBigSky.com
Billings

Are you looking for a challenging, fast-paced career in digital media? Do you wish to learn how businesses convert customers via content and digital strategies? Do you want to help people succeed while having fun in the process? The way we connect with each other is changing quickly and you have the opportunity to be on the forefront! Nexstar Billings is looking for a creative Broadcast/Digital Media Strategist to join our team.  No day is ever the same; as a team we support each other to provide results for our clients.

Our mission is to help educate and provide innovative marketing solutions for our local partner/advertisers. As the media strategist you would be responsible for developing strong business relationships and growing those to meet team goals. You will also be tasked with continual education and influence with our staff and clients on broadcast digital products/trends, developing strong client solutions, and good overall service and response rate.  You will be selling a suite of digital solutions including search marketing (SEM/SEO), targeted display, retargeting, reputation management, content marketing, mobile marketing, social media, and email marketing.

Responsibilities:

-          Be a trusted advisor for clients, break down the strategies and how they will impact the business.

-          Provide creative solutions and create custom presentations for client meetings

-          Communicate the benefits of broadcast reach, content, search marketing (SEM/SEO), targeted display, retargeting, reputation management, content marketing, mobile marketing, social media, and email marketing.

-          Provide fulfillment across multiple platforms.

-          Meet goals

Requirements & Experience:

-          2-3 years of marketing or business experience, digital media experience preferred

-          Strong written and verbal communication skills

-          Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

-          Working experience of Google Analytics, DFP is a plus!

-          Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree preferred but not required. 

Nexstar is an Equal Opportunity Employer

To apply visit: Nexstar.tv

Job Closing Date

Until filled

KTMF TV Weekend Multimedia Journalist

KTMF TV Cowles Montana Media
Missoula

ABC/FOX Montana is hiring a full-time Multimedia Journalist for our reginal and statewide newscasts. This position is based in beautiful Missoula, Montana. Missoula is a diverse, growing University town in Montana with access to many outdoor and cultural activities. We are looking for a creative storyteller with solid shooting and editing skills. A successful candidate must be motivated, ambitious, and hardworking. They must be organized and able to meet daily deadlines. Competitive salary & benefits. Come join a progressive multi-cultural newsroom in one of the most beautiful regions in the U.S. This is a great place to learn and grow in a community that supports and believes in local journalism!

Qualifications

Job Description:

Each reporter for our family-owned company is expected to share in the same baseline job description. You will report to the News Director as well as other managers. Our operation is based on a story-centric workflow. That means we prioritize story treatment across a variety of platforms, from our linear broadcasts, to our streaming services, as well as social media and our digital properties. Reporters must demonstrate a visually compelling shooting technique along with commensurate video-editing abilities. More importantly, a reporter is a critical thinker possessing intellectual curiosity and a healthy skepticism towards conventional wisdom. You not only gather the facts, but you crave asking hard questions. Our goal is to hone your writing abilities in order to convey your story in a conversational manner. You must do all of the above with integrity and the utmost ethical standards. Additionally, you must show that you are an exemplary newsroom citizen; a team player who works well with others and performs under pressure quickly, efficiently and consistently.

How to apply:
Please send your resume, cover letter, references and link to your reel (preferred) to jobs@abcfoxmontana.com or to KTMF-TV 2200 Stephens Avenue, Missoula, MT 59801.
Cowles Montana Media is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
For more details go to our website montanarightnow.com

Job Closing Date

Until Filled

Contact

Please send your resume, cover letter, references and link to your reel (preferred) to jobs@abcfoxmontana.com or to KTMF-TV 2200 Stephens Avenue, Missoula, MT 59801.

KTMF TV Weekend Producer

KTMF TV Cowles Montana Media
Missoula

ABC/FOX Montana is hiring a full-time Weekend Producer for our regional and statewide newscasts.
We are looking for a producer who can create, orchestrate, and energize the market’s news programming across all our platforms reaching Missoula, Bozeman, Butte, Great Falls, Helena and Billings. You’ll need to have good news judgement, create sizzle in your newscasts, and established writing skills to produce stories that are relevant and compelling to our viewers. We thrive on our patented coverage of breaking news and breaking weather. If you have the passion, and the ability to make quick decisions, multi-task, and work effectively under pressure, we want to hear from you! We're a family-owned company that isn't afraid to try something new. We're always looking for the next big thing and creativity is not only encouraged but expected.
This position is based in beautiful Missoula, Montana. Missoula is a diverse, growing University town in Montana with access to many outdoor and cultural activities.
A successful candidate must be motivated, ambitious, and hardworking. They must be organized and able to meet daily deadlines. Competitive salary & benefits. Come join a progressive multi-cultural newsroom in one of the most beautiful regions in the U.S. This is a great place to learn and grow in a community that supports and believes in local journalism!

Qualifications

Job Description:

Each producer for our family-owned company is expected to share in the same baseline job description. You will report to the News Director as well as other managers. Producers report the original content that is the backbone of our news operations. A good producer is a team player with attention to detail, accuracy, dedication, sharp writing, and a strong flair for compelling video. A great producer is offended by the word "stack" and uses every available second in a newscast to create an experience for the viewer. Producers are also unashamed control freaks, driven by a need to find the truth.

How to apply:
Please send your resume, cover letter, references and link to your reel (preferred) to jobs@abcfoxmontana.com or to KTMF-TV 2200 Stephens Avenue, Missoula, MT 59801.
Cowles Montana Media is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
For more details go to our website montanarightnow.com

Job Closing Date

Until Filled

Contact

SWX Sports Freelance Production Crew

Cowles Montana Media
Missoula

SWX is looking for freelance crew team members for our live sports productions. Crew members are reliable, motivated, ambitious, hardworking, organized, and able to meet live production deadlines. If you enjoy the world of live sports and television production this is for you! Productions occur throughout the week including weekends. Past SWX Team members have gone on to work ROOT Sports, FOX Sports and ESPN!
Come and be part of a diverse team of freelance sports production personnel committed to excellent live broadcasts. Experience in broadcast operations a plus but will train the right candidate. Opportunities range from production grips, cameras, audio and broadcast truck operators working with graphics, replay and broadcast board technical directing.

Send resume or apply in person. Please submit resume, cover letter via email to jobs@cowlesmontana.com or Personnel @ KTMF SWX ABC FOX Montana, 2200 Stephens Ave., Missoula, Mt. 59801.

Qualifications

Job Description:
Freelance sports broadcast production Crew member. Team members set up and operate live sports broadcast equipment for live produced sporting events.
Qualifications:
Reliable, hardworking, familiarity of live production and camera equipment, computer literate.
Physical Requirements or Restrictions:
Sight and dexterity to do computer input, ability to lift and carry over 50 pounds. Locations often involve the navigation of stairs and areas around and beneath stadium seating.
Cowles Montana Media is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Job Closing Date

Until Filled

Contact

Personnel at KTMF SWX jobs@cowlesmontana.com