WOWT

Are you someone who lives and breathes current events, always hungry for the next big story? If so, you'll be right at home in this Monday-Friday Morning Digital Producer/Anchor position, where every day is a new adventure. We’re looking for a passionate journalist to engage with our morning audience. You'll spearhead the creation, reporting, and continuous updating of content across all our digital platforms – from our website and app to our social media channels and even our streaming Digital Alert Center. But that's not all – when breaking news hits, you'll orchestrate the action, sending out timely push alerts and setting up live streams that you'll anchor on our state-of-the-art OTT platforms. It's your chance to shine, delivering crucial updates to our viewers in real-time. Qualified individuals will be: able to work well in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment; self-motivated; flexible; extremely organized; very detail-oriented; tenacious yet tactful; a strong problem solver; able to work well under pressure in order to meet project deadlines, and will have a positive attitude. Create unique and arresting content that makes WOWT stand out on social media. Write and publish clear, error-free content to WOWT’s website, app, and social media. Write, push, and publish breaking news, weather, and traffic incidents with urgency and accuracy. Understand and prioritize search engine optimization when writing and posting articles. Anchor live events on digital/streaming platforms, use social media to engage viewers. Seek out innovative new ways to share information on digital platforms.   We prefer a candidate with a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications or related field. Prefer at least two years’ experience. Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills are a must. Strong initiative and attention to detail and solid news judgement. Understanding of current events and sports. Knnowledge and experience using emerging technologies, content and digital communication methods to develop new programs and strategies. Ability and willingness to work hard in a fast-paced, multi-tasking, team-oriented environment and reprioritize quickly and efficiently to rapidly changing needs and situations. Good communication skills and strong people skills are necessary. Work assignments could at times include evening, weekends and holidays. Regular and reasonable work attendance is required. Consistent tardiness will not be tolerated. Job Description is subject to change, and does include the right of management to add duties "as assigned.

This position is for a Videographer/Editor who will shoot and edit video for on air and digital platforms.  He/she will have a demonstrated ability to work individually or as part of a team producing compelling packages on deadline and the time management skills to produce news stories for WOWT.   This is an overnight/early morning position working with our Daybreak team.   Duties of this job include reporting, creative shooting, and editing of news stories, both hard news and features. Must be able to work well under strict deadline pressure. Must have solid people skills and be able to function in a “team” environment when working with reporters and producers. Microwave live truck and/or TVU operation. Must be a self-starter, with knowledge of and ability to operate state-of-the-art television news equipment as well as website publishing.   We prefer a candidate with broadcast news experience or a related field.  Prior experience as a broadcast news photographer or MMJ is preferred. Strong computer and graphics skills. Must coordinate with reporters, anchors, and producers. May act as grip for other writer/producers during shoots, this would involve helping to setup equipment, teardown equipment, and loading of equipment from and into vans.    Ability to perform tasks associated with office duties. Valid driver’s license and good driving record (will be reviewed). Able to transport oneself to on location shoots. Sitting or standing for long periods of time. Able to carry moderately heavy equipment…cameras, tripods, ect. daily (approx 40lbs). May be working in extreme weather conditions heat or cold. Work schedule will vary due to production demands or possible permanent schedule changes. Work assignments will at times include evening, weekends and holidays. Regular and reasonable work attendance is required. Consistent tardiness will not be tolerated.  

This position is for a Multi-Media Journalist.  We’re looking for a pioneer in the next generation of news gathering. We report news on every platform available to our viewers. Successful candidates will have a demonstrated ability to shoot video, produce news stories, edit video, post web stories/pictures/video from both the field and television station.  Successful candidates will also have the ability to deliver compelling stories from the viewer in. You’ll use the latest technology, including lightweight next generation video equipment and laptop editing. Duties of this job include creative shooting, writing, editing and posting of news stories, both hard news and features. Must have good writing skills and must be able to work well under strict deadline pressure.  Must be able to work individually or as member of a team. The successful applicant’s background must include, at minimum, a bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field or broadcast news experience.  He/she must be a self-starter, with knowledge of and ability to operate state-of-the-art television news equipment as well as website publishing. Applicant MUST provide a resume internet link representative of his/her work.  Also, if applicable to the position, MVR/Driver’s review and testing. EOE (All positions must show flexibility for evolving or changing operational needs. Hours, shifts, responsibilities, etc. are subject to change at management discretion.)

WOWT a Gray Media station located in Omaha; Nebraska is looking for an experienced Account Executive to join our team of marketing/advertising professionals. At WOWT, we help businesses grow using effective marketing and advertising solutions. The Account Executive generates revenue through advertising sales by servicing existing clients and developing new business.  The Account Executive will be evaluated on achieving revenue budget goals, new business development goals, client service and thorough accurate forecasting and teamwork. We are looking for an Account Executive that will work to increase share of revenue, grow new business, develop and maintain excellent agency and local account relationships. The successful applicant’s background should include preferably bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or equivalent experience.  The ideal candidate has a track record of multi-platform selling and increasing revenue and share on their accounts.  We are looking for a high character, self-motivated team player with excellent organizational skills. This candidate is energetic, passionate about new business, enjoys strategic planning and wants to win.  They have developed solid relationships and understand the value that digital products can bring to a client’s campaign.  If you have media sales experience, and like working with people, this could be the job for you. Work schedules may vary depending on station/client needs. Occasionally a meeting or event may be scheduled outside of regular working hours.   Valid driver’s license and good driving record (will be reviewed)

WOWT, a Gray Media station located in Omaha, Nebraska is seeking Digital Media Account Executives to join our team of advertising professionals. At 6 News, we are dedicated to helping businesses grow by providing expert counsel and effective advertising solutions. We are looking for dynamic individuals who understand the digital ecosystem and are passionate about helping clients achieve their advertising goals. As a Digital Media Account Executive, you will be responsible for generating revenue through in person business consultation with clients.  This includes prospecting and developing new business opportunities across multiple industries. Your success in this role will be measured by achieving high sales activities in prospecting, meetings with new clients, and proposals. We provide comprehensive training to support your growth and success. This is a salary / bonus position. The ideal candidate will work energetically and strategically to increase our market share for various digital products, including OTT/Streaming, Targeted e-mail, programmatic display/video, paid social media, YouTube, SEM/SEO, and more. Develop and maintain solid relationships with clients in person, understanding and communicating the value that digital solutions can bring to their advertising campaigns. Collaborate with clients on strategic planning to achieve their advertising objectives. Actively seek new business opportunities and work towards winning them. Meet and exceed sales activity targets and goals. Adapt to varying work schedules, including occasional meetings or events outside regular working hours. We are looking for energetic team members that are passionate about new business, enjoy strategic planning and possess organizational skills. Must have effective communication and negotiation skills. Competence with Microsoft Office required. Valid driver’s license and good driving record (will be reviewed)

WOWT is looking for a talented Producer who can tell impactful stories and enhance our broadcasts. The Producer will be responsible for selecting, writing, and assembling a blend of stories for broadcast each day.  The Employee will work closely with news management in the design and delivery of the content and style of newscasts to make sure we’re fulfilling our brand and duty to the public. The ideal candidate will be someone with a sense of service, highly ethical, and able to have a great time doing a tough job.   Qualifications/Requirements: BS/BA in Journalism/Communications or equivalent background Previous experience as a television producer preferred. Flexible work hours required, must be willing and able to work a variety of shifts including but not limited to: mornings, afternoons, evenings, late nights, holidays, weekends and possible overtime hours. Must be willing to work in Omaha, NE Job Description is subject to change, and does include the right of management to add duties "as assigned

6 WOWT News seeks a Digital/Media Sales Associate to organize, vet and manage all campaign assets for advertisers for cross platforms campaigns. As our digital department grows and evolves, so does our need to add sharp, ambitious, and talented people to our team. We’re approachable, inclusive and encourage open dialogue within our community. This is a place where your voice matters. You represent a critical function in managing and servicing fast-paced, consumer-facing ad campaigns. You serve as the backbone to our sales team as you help orchestrate all things media.   Ensure all online social media assets are received. Assist Account Managers with order inputting, monitoring and optimization and reporting of digital advertising campaigns. Be a self-starter with attention to detail and be able to take initiative. This position will also be assisting our Account Managers and Sales Managers in daily broadcast and digital projects. Input and maintain orders for Account Managers. Assist in the development of dales proposals, marketing materials and the coordination for on-air studio interviews. Provide door coverage for front desk reception when needed. Other duties as assigned.   Minimum High School diploma (prefer at least twelve months post-high school education). Proven success in sales or sales coordination. Well versed in Microsoft Office products such as Outlook, Power Point and Excel. Ability to problem solve efficiently. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Some knowledge of the Advertising, Digital Social and Video industry is helpful.   Must be able to work quickly and accurately under deadlines and be able to prioritize workload. The ideal candidate will have a strong sense of detail, organization and time management. Outgoing and friendly with the ability to develop a strong rapport with clients. Must be able to work with other departments with diplomacy to resolve conflicts and to facilitate sales department needs. Welcome change and new responsibilities with enthusiasm. Must maintain business like and professional dress and appearance. Work schedule may vary depending upon workload and may increase during heavy sales and reporting periods. Must have regular and timely attendance and flexibility for changing Operational needs, attendance may be required at meetings and/or functions outside of the office.

WOWT a Gray Media station located in Omaha; Nebraska is looking for an experienced Account Executive to join our team of marketing/advertising professionals. At WOWT, we help businesses grow using effective marketing and advertising solutions. The Account Executive generates revenue through advertising sales by servicing existing clients and developing new business.  The Account Executive will be evaluated on achieving revenue budget goals, new business development goals, client service and thorough accurate forecasting and teamwork. We are looking for an Account Executive that will work to increase share of revenue, grow new business, develop and maintain excellent agency and local account relationships. The successful applicant’s background should include preferably bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or equivalent experience.  The ideal candidate has a track record of multi-platform selling and increasing revenue and share on their accounts.  We are looking for a high character, self-motivated team player with excellent organizational skills. This candidate is energetic, passionate about new business, enjoys strategic planning and wants to win.  They have developed solid relationships and understand the value that digital products can bring to a client’s campaign.  If you have media sales experience, and like working with people, this could be the job for you. Work schedules may vary depending on station/client needs. Occasionally a meeting or event may be scheduled outside of regular working hours.   Valid driver’s license and good driving record (will be reviewed)