WGN-TV has an immediate opening for an Associate Program Screener to work in a dynamic broadcast environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for reviewing, creating edit decision lists and assuring accurate timing of programs for Antenna TV, Rewind TV, WGN and NewsNation. Responsible for assisting with program screening and prepping while assuring accurate closed captioning and good program video and audio quality. The successful candidate will be able to identify appropriate content within programming in compliance to FCC and station guidelines. Interested candidate must be a team player, able to work flexible hours, weekends and holidays. Attention to detail, good organizational and time management skills, the ability to meet deadlines and be punctual are required. Desired Experience and Skills: 1 -2 years of experience in broadcasting or related field required. You must be detail-oriented and have the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. A degree in a related Mass Communication field is a plus. Some college courses in communication and/or video production required. Experience with current generation broadcast media ingest systems a plus. A flexible work schedule is required, including early mornings, nights and weekends to meet the 24/7 operational needs Working knowledge of common business software applications, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. Must be self-sufficient and have a press-on-regardless attitude. Must work well in a collaborative team environment. The WGN-TV facility originates WGN-TV/Channel 9 as well as two national networks and a 24-hour cable news operation. This position will require shift work which includes nights, weekends and holidays, This position is a part time position. WGN-TV is located seven miles northwest of downtown Chicago just minutes from I-94. We offer excellent benefits as well as free on-site parking for employees. Do you have what it takes to be on our team? Send us your resume and take your first step towards becoming a part of the WGN-TV crew! #LI-Onsite Compensation: $16.60 to $20.00 per hour - commensurate with applicant's experience and skill level Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns Americas largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstars national television properties include The CW, Americas fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing News for All America, popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Companys portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv. EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
