Rhode Island Broadcasters Association

Careers & Internships

RIBA seeks applicants to fill the position of RIBA President. Please click here to learn more and view the application.

Broadcasting careers in television and radio are one of the most exciting career paths to follow.  Through broadcast, we educate, inform, connect and touch the spirit of our audience.

Please review the job posting below from our station partners.

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WPRI/WNAC Digital Content Producer/Assignment Editor Category:
Digital Media

Position/Title:
Digital Content Producer/Assignment Editor

Details:
The Digital Content Producer/Assignment Desk Editor gathers, delivers and contributes accurate and visual news and information content across all media platforms.

Vacancy Type:
Full Time

Date Posted:
4/5/2024

Closing Date:
6/5/2024

City:
East Providence - 02914

State:
Rhode Island

URL:
http://www.wpri.com

Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Communications, TV/film or equivalent experience may substitute 2+ years’ experience in digital publishing, television or radio broadcast/production. 

Requirements:
• Must be able to collaborate with news managers, reporters, anchors, videographers, producers, promotions, and engineering staff
• Excellent verbal, written, grammar and analytical skills
• Strong news judgment, journalistic integrity and understanding of viewer needs and expectations
• Knowledge of media production, communication and dissemination techniques and methods, including creative ways to inform and engage via written, oral, and visual media
• Ability to meet quality standards for service and evaluate customer satisfaction
• Be able to use SEO effectively to improve website traffic
• Proficient and savvy in social media platforms, tools, and best practices
• Interact with viewers/users via phone and social media sites
• Digital video editing skills 

Additional Information:
• Research, find, and confirm news stories for broadcast and digital
• Work inside fast-paced newsroom, contribute to the editorial process and make sound decisions in breaking news situations
• Take an active role in discovering and creating news content, including stories, photos, videos, etc.
• Execute strategies that engage and grow audiences across all digital devices
• Write, produce and edit material that appeals to target audiences
• Perform duties as an assignment editor, monitoring police scanners, booking guests and assigning reporters and photographers
• Track and confirm stories from all sources including government agencies, wire services, community groups, and social media
• Research production topics using various information sources and tools
• Push local content to national outlets and other Nexstar Digital platforms across the country

Contact:
Apply online at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar

Apply Online URL:
https://www.wpri.com/about-us/work-for-us/

Job Req #:
30672
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WPRI/WNAC Associate Account Executive

Category:
Sales

Position/Title:
Associate Account Executive

Details:
The Sales Account Executive generates advertising revenue by calling on established agencies, cold-calling new prospects and convincing potential clients of the merits of television advertising.

Vacancy Type:
Full Time

Date Posted:
3/15/2024

Closing Date:
5/15/2024

City:
East Providence - 02914

State:
Rhode Island

URL:
http://www.wpri.com

Experience:
Minimum one year’s experience in sales, preferably in the media field. 

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising or Mass Communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Experience achieving long-range objectives and implementing the strategies and actions to achieve them.
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.

Additional Information:
• Implements strategies to consistently grow revenue and exceed revenue goals.
• Establishes credible relationships with local business community.
• Makes sales calls on existing and prospective clients.
• Maintains assigned accounts and develops new accounts.
• Prepares and delivers sales presentations to clients.
• Explains to customers how specific types of advertising will help promote their products or services in the most effective way possible.
• Provides clients with information regarding rates for advertising placement in all media.
• Develops advertising schedules with clients and station personnel responsible for placing advertising into station media.
• Works with clients and station personnel to develop advertisements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Contact:
Apply online at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar

Apply Online URL:
https://www.wpri.com/about-us/work-for-us/

Job Req #:
29572

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