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Job Opportunities

Job Opportunities

Here are internships and Scholarships for JPC majors.  If you are interested in placing an opportunity on our site please scroll to the bottom of the page for the submission form.

 

Alaska Magazine, Alaska Journal of Commerce Account Executive

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • 3-5 years' sales experience, preferably with in print or broadcast media.

  • Bachelors Degree from an accredited 4-year college.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Solid computer skills and Internet savvy.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Explorer.

  • Must be a team player who is able to work with the group publisher, editor, production staff and other sales personnel to attain magazine and company goals.

  • DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • New Business Development— Each week work to get meetings with new businesses through referrals and concierge relationships. Work with group publisher to increase sales, revenue and profitability by developing and uncovering new advertisers within your territory, increased revenue from existing advertisers, identifying and selling supplements and special sections to core magazine product, as well as additional contracted projects.

  • Professional Sales Process: Use a two- to four-meeting process to assess a business' product and goals as well as desire to reach visitor market, present the MVP integrated solution, present customized proposals, and negotiate objections. Close integrated, long-term contracts.

  • Know the Visitor Market in your City: Meet with Visitors, our #1 Customers, in order to know our market and be able to tell stories to prospective and current clients.

  • Network: Build relationships with concierges, Attend related business, community and social functions.

  • Assist in collections as needed.

  • Organization—Work with group publisher to develop daily, weekly and monthly sales plans to help achieve individual sales goals. Regularly utilize our program, Morris Express 3.0, to track your meetings and accounts. Report to publisher on regular basis, including meeting with him/her each week to discuss your Weekly Business Plan. Keep good records and complete required printed and electronic sales forms, reports, etc., as required. Assist in organizing events and marketing campaigns.

  • Communication—Utilize daily opportunities to enhance MVP's visibility in the marketplace and act as a liaison with customers and prospective customers. Develop written and/or electronic sales presentations and letters, as well as assisting in the development of promotional materials.

  • Leadership—Utilize knowledge and experience to build customer confidence and increase sales, revenue and profitability.

  • Other Projects—As assigned by Group Publisher.

  • WORKING CONDITIONS: Will work in a drug-free, smoke-free environment.

    This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job management reserves the right to revise the job to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological developments).

    We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation or any other protective status.

    Alaska Magazine, Alaska Journal of Commerce Account Executive

    STATEMENT OF THE JOB:

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    • 3-5 years’ sales experience, preferably with in print or broadcast media.

    • Bachelors Degree from an accredited 4-year college.

    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

    • Solid computer skills and Internet savvy.

    • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Explorer.

    • Must be a team player who is able to work with the group publisher, editor, production staff and other sales personnel to attain magazine and company goals.

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
    • New Business Development— Each week work to get meetings with new businesses through referrals and concierge relationships.  Work with group publisher to increase sales, revenue and profitability by developing and uncovering new advertisers within your territory, increased revenue from existing advertisers, identifying and selling supplements and special sections to core magazine product, as well as additional contracted projects. 

    • Professional Sales Process: Use a two- to four-meeting process to assess a business’ product and goals as well as desire to reach visitor market, present the MVP integrated solution, present customized proposals, and negotiate objections. Close integrated, long-term contracts. 

    • Know the Visitor Market in your City:  Meet with Visitors, our #1 Customers, in order to know our market and be able to tell stories to prospective and current clients.

    • Network: Build relationships with concierges, Attend related business, community and social functions. 

    • Assist in collections as needed.

    • Organization—Work with group publisher to develop daily, weekly and monthly sales plans to help achieve individual sales goals.  Regularly utilize our program, Morris Express 3.0, to track your meetings and accounts. Report to publisher on regular basis, including meeting with him/her each week to discuss your Weekly Business Plan.  Keep good records and complete required printed and electronic sales forms, reports, etc., as required.  Assist in organizing events and marketing campaigns.

    • Communication—Utilize daily opportunities to enhance MVP’s visibility in the marketplace and act as a liaison with customers and prospective customers. Develop written and/or electronic sales presentations and letters, as well as assisting in the development of promotional materials.

    • Leadership—Utilize knowledge and experience to build customer confidence and increase sales, revenue and profitability.

    • Other Projects—As assigned by Group Publisher.

    WORKING CONDITIONS:Will work in a drug-free, smoke-free environment.

    This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job.  While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job management reserves the right to revise the job to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological developments).

    We are an equal opportunity employer.  We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation or any other protective status.

     

    Master Control Operator

    KTUU, an award-winning station in Anchorage, Alaska, is seeking a full-time, temporary Master Control Operator. This position is responsible for switching all logged commercial and program content on KTUU’s broadcast signal(s), monitoring and maintaining the technical quality of that content – as well as the quality of the transmission of that content (in conjunction with the Engineering Department) –recording incoming program and commercial feeds as required, and various other related duties. This will be a long-term, temporary assignment, possible leading to a permanent position.

    We’re seeking someone with, preferably, a year or more experience in the field. A valid driver’s license, with a good driving record, is required, as is a high school degree/GED. Some collegiate or vocational training is preferred.

    Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

    • Switch programs and commercials from video tape, video server, live network, live news and other sources 

    • Sign Program Log  

    • Check program list and make sure all programs (tapes) scheduled for the shift are on the shelf and all the program episode numbers match the list and log   

    • Using timing sheets, calculator and other resources, establish accurate timings for all program and spot content in order to identify all the local break hit times, and keep the on-air product on time  

    • Manually time-out any programs having missing or confusing timing sheets, making corrections or additions to the timing sheet(s), as needed  

    • Maintain an accurate commercial program log, with clear notations regarding any changes or discrepancies   

    • Monitor on-air product  

    • Run commercial breaks and write down on the log all the actual times that the commercials run 

    • Record incoming program feeds  

    • Management of multiple video servers (recording & playback)   

    • Digitize commercial or promo spots and programs as needed 

    • Monitor the EAS and perform tests/alerts – including Amber Alerts – as required   

    • Timely communications with other KTUU Departments regarding issues that may arise requiring input, assistance or decisions   

    • Log-in to the MCR utility computer for access to the Discrepancy Report form and NBC Urgent Messaging System and Affiliate Partnership Tool  

    • Maintain an accurate and complete Discrepancy Report Monitor the status of the broadcast transmitter(s)

    • Other duties as assigned

    Required Skills & Abilities:

    • Proficient use of computers, including Microsoft Office and Google

    • Ability to stay focused while monitoring signal quality and programming accuracy

    • Able to handle high-stress situations and pressure deadlines

    • Able to react quickly to changing circumstances while remaining calm

    • Attention to detail

    • Must have good problem-solving skills

    • Ability to work independently with little supervision; initiative to address issues immediately

    • Able to work well with others in the department, as well as other departments

    • Must be flexible to work any shift including, weekend, overnights and holidays

    • Ability to remain positive and foster a positive work environment

    Interested candidates please visit the following web site:

    www.schurz.jobs and search Requisition Number KTUU1327 to learn more about the position and apply.

     

     

    Marketing Specialist I

    Alaska USA Federal Credit Union is a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative with $5.2 billion in assets and more than 460,000 members worldwide. The credit union operates 65 branches throughout Alaska, California, and Washington.
     

    Hours Per Week: 40
    What type of position: Paid
     

    Duties: Assist in developing, reviewing, maintaining, and distributing marketing materials and perform administrative functions as assigned.
    Complete job description: https://www.alaskausa.apply2jobs.com/ProfExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=5695&CurrentPage=1
     

    To apply: https://www.alaskausa.apply2jobs.com/ProfExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=5695&CurrentPage=1
     

    Expires: 2013-05-31

     

    Weekend Director

    KTUU, an award-winning station in Anchorage, Alaska, is seeking a full-time Weekend Director. This position is responsible for directing newscasts and live or taped special programming, as well as working with graphics for newscasts. We’re seeking someone with 1-3 years of experience directing live newscasts, with multiple live shots, with three or more years experience in broadcasting strongly preferred. A valid driver’s license, with a good driving record, is required, as is an Associate’s degree or some collegiate education. A degree is preferred.

    Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

    • Must be able to direct and/or technical direct all newscasts as needed by schedule

    • Operate audio board during broadcasts

    • Operate the switcher for newscasts

    • Translate ideas for shots into reality 

    • Responsible for construction of still-store graphics

    • Coordination of rundowns and vocal direction of studio crew during the news broadcasts

    • Must be proficient and professional in calling and punching all newscasts

    • Responsible for editing as needed

    • Coordinate training and supervision of production staff with immediate supervisor 

    • Produce daily/weekly promos, news updates, and public service announcements when necessary

    • Assume responsibility for the on-air product, studio and/or remote crew

    • Proficiently handle and maintain all equipment relating to the operations department and newscasts.

    • Maintain positive and open dialogue with all departments to ensure all newscasts are on the air and run as clean and smoothly as possible

    • Ensure set and talent look their best

    • Run teleprompter for assigned newscasts 

    • Operate robotic cameras   

    • Do pre-production for news shows/tapings  

    • Segment recorded shows 

    • Direct other productions and live broadcasts or live-to-tape in studio or on remote location as needed  

    • Must be able to operate station vehicle as needed  

    • Perform other job-related duties as assigned

    Required Skills & Abilities:

    • Working knowledge of studio cameras, Final Cut Pro, Chyron, Photoshop, audio and lighting

    • Must have a good working knowledge of video switchers, still stores, video editors, and multiple tape and tapeless formats

    • Must have strong knowledge of television production

    • Able to direct and call commands/instructions during newscasts

    • Knowledge of non-linear editing software

    • Must be able to follow written and verbal direction

    • Experience with Photoshop, After Affects, Xpression all a plus  

    • Assist in turning in microwave and satellite-based live shots

    • Strong organizational skills

    • Excellent communication skills, as well as broadcast experience

    • Flexible to work other shifts

    • Able to handle high stress situations and pressure deadlines

    • Able to react quickly to changing circumstances while remaining calm

    • Strong initiative and attention to detail

    • Strong leadership skills

    • Able to work with other departments and work well in a team environment

    • Ability to work independently with little supervision

    • Ability to remain positive and foster a positive work environment

    The position offers a competitive salary, as well as a comprehensive benefit package, including group health and dental, PTO and 401(k).

    Interested candidates please visit the following web site:

    www.schurz.jobs and search Requisition Number KTUU1297 to learn more about the position and apply.

     

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