NBC4 is currently accepting applications for the following positions:

National Sales Manager

General Responsibilities: Job Purpose: As National Sales Manager you will be responsible for managing the national sales efforts for NBC4 to maximize revenue and achieve business plan goals and objectives.

Responsibilities would include:
* Work directly with national account managers and the national sales organization to service strategic accounts.
* Grow station’s share of advertising dollars and develop new streams of revenue, both on-air and online.
* Oversee the management of accounts receivables relating to national accounts.

Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
* 3 years medium to major market sales experience.
* Bachelor's degree.
* Experience selling on-line and digital.

Eligibility Requirements:
* External applicants are encouraged to submit a resume/CV through gecareers.com to be considered (note job#: 817016). Internal applicants must submit EMS via the GE Career Opportunity System (COS).
* Must be willing to work in Washington D.C.
* Must be willing to take drug test and submit to a background investigation.
* Must be 18 years or greater.
* Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
* Must be available to evenings and weekends.

Desired:
* Solid experience in local and/or national television sales with demonstrated TV sales management experience.
* Strong negotiation, strategic planning, organization, business development, internet and computer skills.
* Team player. * Ability to handle multiple tasks at once, and meet critical deadlines.
* Excellent verbal communications skills.

Interested candidates can apply on line at www.gecareers.com. The position COS number is 817016.

Vice President of News

General Responsibilities:
As Vice President of News for NBC4 you will be responsible for establishing the strategic mission and tactical operations of the news organization while ensuring that the highest levels of journalistic, legal, TV and online production and promotion standards are maintained.
* Create growth strategies for developing digital content across multiple platforms.
* Ensure overall execution of news mission and assume top leadership role.
* Develop coverage guidelines for breaking news and sweeps planning, Olympic, political and day-to-day coverage with an eye towards promotion, marketing and demographic development.
* Create expectations for all aspects of the on-air presentation of content for all shows -- regarding style, content, graphics and live execution.
* Develop show missions and make sure the daily goals and missions are executed.
* Ensure editorial resources and expectations are clearly defined and met.
* Recruit and develop news management team.
* Make hiring decisions and negotiate contracts.
* Establish performance goals and guidelines.
* Oversee the evaluation and performance appraisal process within the news department.

Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
* Minimum 5 years experience as a Broadcast News Director, Assistant News Director or similar leadership role in a mid to large market.
* Minimum 5 years experience in preparing departmental budgets, developing strategic plans and presenting in front of large audiences.
* Minimum 5 years experience and success in coaching, leading and motivating a team of employees.

Eligibility Requirements:
* External applicants are encouraged to submit a resume/CV through gecareers.com to be considered (note job# 813156). Internal applicants must submit EMS via the GE Career Opportunity System (COS).
* Must be willing to work in Washington D.C.
* Must be willing to take drug test and submit to a background investigation.
* Must be 18 years or greater.
* Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
* Must be available to work evenings and weekends.

Desired:
* Proficient in delegating, assigning, setting goals and objectives, holding employees accountable, providing positive feedback and taking corrective action when necessary.
* The ability to stay organized while managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced and demanding environment is essential.
* Understanding of the culture of Washington, D.C. and particularly the viewing area, embracing the diverse environment we cover and serve.
* Positive leader with an engaging, can-do attitude, eager to develop and launch multi-platform coverage.

Interested candidates can apply on line at www.gecareers.com. The position COS number is 813156.

Digital Account Executive

General Responsibilities:
* Generate revenue for NBC Local Media from non-television advertising prospects in the Washington D.C. market using the full offering of station multi-platform opportunities (nbc4.com, mobile, expos, digital channels, out of home opportunities).
* Create partnership and sponsorship opportunities for existing and new content on NBC4’s digital platforms.
* Prospect new business from non traditional and competitive media sources such as newspaper, cable, direct mail, mobile, radio and Internet.

Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
* Minimum 5 years of Media Sales Experience - Online or Digital Media Sales experience preferred.
* Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or other related field.

Eligibility Requirements:
* External applicants are encouraged to submit a resume/CV through gecareers.com to be considered (note job# 809896). Internal applicants must submit EMS via the GE Career Opportunity System (COS).
* Must be willing to work in Washington D.C.
* Must be willing to take drug test and submit to a background investigation.
* Must be 18 years or greater.
* Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
* Must be available to evenings and some weekends.

Desired:
* Leadership characteristics and demonstration of team player and goal orientation a must.
* Must focus on bottom line growth to achieve quarterly budgets.
* Need to be able to substantiate proven track record of developing creative solutions for customers' marketing objectives and garnering revenue from non-traditional sources.
* Strong multi-platform knowledge and selling skills.
* Proven ability to work independently, in a results driven environment.
* New Media (Internet and Digital) experience preferred. Must be able to create and present compelling sales presentations.
* Proven ability to execute, creative and imaginative mindset.

Interested candidates can apply on line at www.gecareers.com. The position COS number is 809896.

Producer

General Responsibilities:
Job Purpose: As a Producer, you will be responsible for the overall editorial and production/graphic elements of the newscast:
* Must ensure all aspects of the broadcasts meet News 4 standards for fairness, accuracy and balance.
* Will supervise story selection and placement, writing assignments, graphic orders and tease writing.
* Contribute to daily and sweep story ideas.
* Work with news managers to execute editorial philosophy and meet strategic goals.
* Work with Arthouse for graphic production and art direction.
* Coordinate when needed with NBC News, NewsChannel and TVSD.
* Assure compliance with all relevant laws and company policy on broadcasts news operations.

Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
* Minimum 2 years line producing and newswriting experience in a medium to major market

Eligibility Requirements:
* External applicants are encouraged to submit a resume/CV through gecareers.com to be considered (note job# 809897). Internal applicants must submit EMS via the GE Career Opportunity System (COS).
* Must be willing to work in Washington D.C.
* Must be willing to take drug test and submit to a background investigation.
* Must be 18 years or greater.
* Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
* Must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays.

Desired:
* Degree in Journalism or Communications or equivalent preferred.
* Ability to make priority decisions under extreme deadlines.
* Strong journalistic, leadership and communication skills. Ability to make priority decisions under extreme deadlines.
* Excellent writer, strategic thinker and team player.
* Clear understanding of the synergy between broadcast and Internet.
* Solid computer skills (Avstar, Internet, PC).
* Familiarity with publishing and posting video on the web.

Interested candidates can apply on line at www.gecareers.com. The position COS number is 809897.

Director, Finance

General Responsibilities
The Director, Finance, for NBC4 is a key leadership position that will help drive the financial and operating strategy of NBC4.

* Work closely with GM to find financial solutions to meet strategic goals.
*Financial controllership and reporting for all key closing periods and estimates.
*Leading the strategic planning process and tactical implementation (i.e. Growth Playbook, Session II and Operating Plan).
*Provide analysis and recommendations to business team to drive stations' goals.
*Oversight of capital spending, accurate interpretation of and application of accounting policies, and preparation of financial statements (Balance Sheet, Income Statements and Cash Flow preparation).
*Create and review contracts including leases, trade deals, programming and local partnerships.
*Oversight of Facility & Sourcing for Washington Operation.
* Work closely with Network Bureau on shared operational and financial areas.

Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
* Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance or related field is required.
* Minimum 7 years of prior finance leadership experience in accounting and/or financial management.

This includes:
* Preparing financial statements, business activity reports, financial position forecasts and variance analysis.
* Strong computer skills including Excel: able to create forecast models, pivot tables, macros; and PowerPoint: able to create presentations.

Eligibility Requirements:
* External applicants are encouraged to submit a resume/CV through gecareers.com to be considered (note job# 806214). Internal applicants must submit EMS via the GE Career Opportunity System (COS).
* Must be willing to work in Washington D.C.
* Must be willing to take drug test and submit to a background investigation.
* Must be 18 years or greater.
* Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
* Must be available to work evenings and weekends.

Desired:
* Growth mindset.
* Detail and process orientation. Able to analyze current processes, define and implement improvements.
* Strong analytical skills. Able to analyze raw data, draw conclusions, and develop actionable commercial and strategic recommendations.
* Very customer focused. Able to provide world-class service to all customers.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Continuous improvement attitude, ability to seek out and implement internal or external best practices.
* Strong time-management skills, ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to build consensus.
* Working knowledge of Peoplesoft a plus.

Interested candidates can apply on line at www.gecareers.com. The position COS number is 806214.

NBC4 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Network Producer

General Responsibilities:
Job Purpose: As a Producer for NBC News, you will be responsible for producing content (live, tape, multimedia) in a competitive time frame for various NBC News broadcasts and platforms:
* Work with Correspondents in the field to prepare live reports and report off air.
* Edit packages.
* Cover news events and report on events.
* Conduct interviews.
* Originate story ideas.
* Coordinate interviews, satellites and other feeds.

Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
* Bachelor¡¦s Degree.
* Minimum 2 years experience in producing live reports and packages.

Eligibility Requirements:

External applicants are encouraged to submit a resume/CV through gecareers.com to be considered (note job# 616689). Internal applicants must submit EMS via the GE Career Opportunity System (COS).
* Must be willing to work in Washington D.C.
* Must be willing to take drug test and submit to a background investigation.
* Must be 18 years or greater.
* Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
* Must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays.

Desired:
* Must have demonstrated solid news judgment.
* Solid background covering the White House, Capitol and/or federal agencies.
* Must be able to coordinate interviews, satellites and other feeds.
* Must be able to report off-air information.
* Strong television writing skills.
* Strong skills producing live reports including coordinating with a live control room.
* Must be able to work under pressure.
* Should have working knowledge nonlinear and digital production techniques.
* Ability to work variable hours, holidays, weekends, flexible work schedule.

Interested candidates can apply on line at www.gecareers.com. The position COS number is 616689.

NABET Engineer (Control Room Engineer)

General Responsibilities:
Job Purpose: As an NABET Engineer with NBC4, you will be responsible for performing studio/control room functions including:
* Audio mixing for live and taped productions
* Operating robotic studio cameras
* Lighting / Studio Staging
* Graphics/Deko operation
* Switching for live and taped productions

Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
* Minimum of 3 years experience in performing audio functions for live and taped productions in a news environment.
* Minimum of 3 years experience with digital and analog audio equipment.

Eligibility Requirements:
* External applicants are encouraged to submit a resume/CV through gecareers.com to be considered (note job# 617347). Internal applicants must submit EMS via the GE Career Opportunity System (COS).
* Must be willing to work in Washington D.C.
* Must be willing to take drug test and submit to a background investigation.
* Must be 18 years or greater.
* Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
* Must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays.

Desired: * Experience and knowledge of protocol in remote wiring and mixing for Broadcasting.
* Solid production background.
* Strong computer skills.
* Familiarity with Automated Production Control.
* Strong organization and multitasking skills.
* Ability to work extremely well under pressure and meet deadlines.
* Positive, team oriented approach to work.

Interested candidates can apply on line at www.gecareers.com. The position COS number is 617347.

Graphic Artist/NABET Engineer

General Responsibilities:
Job Purpose: As a Graphic Artist working for NBC News in Washington, D.C., you will create and design graphics for NBCU.

Responsibilities would include:
* Implement design solutions and concepts with a high level of proficiency and artistry.
* Incorporate new and innovative graphic designs and animations.
* Pro-actively improve the appearance of the on-air look.

Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
*Must be proficient in Photoshop, After Effects and have some familiarity with Maya, 3D Max, Combustion, Curious Maps.
* Demonstrated expertise in a variety of technology and animation packages.
* Must be versed in both 2-d and 3-d animation.

Eligibility Requirements: * External applicants are encouraged to submit a resume/CV through gecareers.com to be considered (note job#:615254). Internal applicants must submit EMS via the GE Career Opportunity System (COS).
* Must be willing to work in Washington D.C.
* Must be willing to take drug test and submit to a background investigation.
* Must be 18 years or greater.
* Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
* Must be available to evenings, weekends and holidays.

Desired:
* Avid DS, Nitris, Deko and Thunder, experience a plus.
* Must be able to assist, as needed, in maintaining and upgrading technology for the animation suites.
*Must work well in a collaborative, team environment, be detail oriented and able to meet deadlines on multiple projects.

Interested candidates can apply on line at www.gecareers.com. The position COS number is 615254.

Account Manager

General Responsibilities:
Job Purpose: As an Account Manager, you will be responsible for developing business for NBC4 through contact with local and regional ad agencies and clients:

*Develop new business opportunities both on-air and online.
*Prepare and coordinate sales presentations.
*Sell existing station projects for community service and revenue and assist in developing new station projects.
*Service existing accounts.
*Assist colleagues with accounts.
*Prepare weekly and quarterly competitive information.

Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
*Minimum two years media sales experience.
*Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or other related field or equivalent experience.

Eligibility Requirements:
*External applicants are encouraged to submit a resume/CV through gecareers.com to be considered (note job# 815798). Internal applicants must submit EMS via the GE Career Opportunity System (COS).
*Must be willing to work in Washington D.C.
*Must be willing to take drug test and submit to a background investigation.
*Must be 18 years or greater.
*Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
*Must be available to evenings and some weekends.

Desired:
*Working knowledge of advertising sales and promotional marketing preferred.
*Ability to create, write and present sales presentations to agency and client decision makers.
*Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines and quickly changing objectives/priorities.
*Team work and customer service orientation.
*Ability to learn ¡§on-the-fly¡¨ and to apply and share best practices among other team members.
*Ability to handle multiple tasks at once, and meet critical deadlines.
*Superior computer skills and proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
*Excellent verbal communications skills.
*Strong qualitative and quantitative skills.
*Ability to constructively solve unexpected problems and to make sound decisions in pressurized situations.

Interested candidates can apply on line at www.gecareers.com. The position COS number is 815798.

NBC4 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Freelance Producer/Writer

Looking for a strong television news writer who can also line produce newscasts. Excellent writer, thinker and team player. Knowledge of television news graphics and production techniques required. Good computer skills (Avstar, Internet, PC, etc.). Must be able to work weekends, evenings, holidays.

Please send resume and writing samples to: Janifer.Claytor@nbcuni.com (for this position only)

Daily Hire -- Photographer

Operate field camera, edit machines and live truck for tape and live events. Cover in and out of town and overseas assignments as required. Respond immediately to breaking news, assignment managers, producers, correspondents, control room and engineering management techniques and principles.

Strong photojournalism skills and experience required. Minimum of five years experience in news or major cable news organization. Experience operating ENG live microwave truck required. Familiarity operating satellite and major government venues required.

Daily Hire -- Network News Camera Position

Must be creative, highly organized, a motivated team player with a positive attitude; have good interpersonal skills, be a dependable, quick thinker, with an eye for detail. Position requires the ability to deal with changes in the field and production needs; location shooting both day and night. Must be able to travel when needed and be able to work a flexible schedule with different shifts, hours and days including weekends and holidays. Must also be able to meet deadlines and work under pressure.

Experienced applicant with a minimum of five years practice in a Network News or a Cable News organization. The applicant must possess strong photojournalism skills and be experienced in covering local and out of town assignments as required, overseas travel also a possibility.

Must have thorough knowledge of ENG Photography equipment including Ikegami camera gear, wireless microphones and ifb's, etc. A valid driver's license is also required.

How To Apply for a Job at NBC4

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NBC Washington
Human Resources
4001 Nebraska Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20016

NBC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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