Job Description

This is a part-time position

WDAY, the number #1 station located in the Fargo, ND-Moorhead, MN metro area, broadcasts across the entire state of North Dakota, Western Minnesota, and Eastern South Dakota. WDAY is an award-winning station, taking home multiple Emmy awards as well as regional and national Edward R Murrow awards in recent years. They produce more live, local sports coverage than anyone in the region, and are the proud home of North Dakota State University Athletics and North Dakota High School Activities State Tournaments. WDAY is part of Forum Communications Company, a 5th-generation family-owned media company, and produces over 40 hours of local news, weather, and sports content each week, making them the most watched news station in the state of North Dakota and Western Minnesota.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Operate state-of-the-art broadcast equipment including automated on-air playback system, satellite-receiving equipment, and server-based media storage systems.
• Set up satellite dishes and receivers for reception of programming.
• Record programming and insert timing information to make it ready for air.
• Switch live content on-air, which includes live programming, local cut ins or crawls.
• Monitor on-air and cable broadcast signals, as well as satellite feeds to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Record programs from satellite feeds for later use, and prepare programming for future playback.
• Set up, schedule, and air programs and programs breaks according to the program log.
• Operate and adjust video, lighting, audio, and broadcast equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions.
• Ensure the transmission meets government regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience in television is preferred, as is technical skills training.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Knowledge of related hardware and software.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Expected compensation for this role is between $14.00 and $16.00/hour, based on qualifications and experience.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

We are a family-owned media and technology company that has been providing trustworthy, quality journalism and business solutions for more than a century. We’ve always been in the business of telling stories, but we’re more than just a newspaper today. As one of the Upper Midwest’s largest media organizations, we are leaders in the business of print and digital news, technology, telebroadcasting, printing, and agency advertising.

The company is comprised of passionate and purpose-driven people fueled by collaboration and innovation. In addition to a generous benefits package, you’ll enjoy development and growth opportunities, an inclusive and creative culture, and a safe working environment. We believe in supporting each other, working hard towards common goals, and having fun. Come for the perks. Stay for the people.

Forum Communications Company offers the following for all full time and 32 benefited employees:

• Health, dental, and vision packages
• Company paid short term disability and life insurance coverage
• Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage options
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Retirement benefits
• Generous PTO and paid volunteer hours

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. FCC currently does not offer employer sponsorship.