We have two new openings one for WPSD Commercial/Promotions Producer and Paducah Sun Sales Assistant/Designer. We have several openings not just for WPSD, but also for the Paducah Sun. We even have a couple combo positions that is for us and The Paducah Sun.
We have removed some positions as well for the time being.
WPSD openings
Commercial/Promotions Producer:
- If you’re ready for an exciting career in the fast-paced world of visual media,
this is the job for you! - WPSD Local 6 has an opening in the Creative Services Department for a
Commercial/Promotions Producer. Experience in marketing or video production is preferred, while being creative and familiarity with making effective videos is required. - This position will work directly with both local/regional advertising clients
and the award-winning WPSD News team producing promotions across all WPSD
platforms. - You will work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with limitless
opportunities to expand your creativity while strengthening the team within the
top-rated NBC affiliate serving four states! - Your skills will have the support of the latest suite of software as well as
the entire WPSD team! This opportunity will put your skills to the test every day
producing promotional announcements for WPSD and thousands of local/regional
clients. - Put your creativity skills to work and join the WPSD team today! What we look for is a self-motivated applicant with a positive team attitude. Formal education or military-based experience in video editing is preferred, but not required if you’re the perfect fit for our team!
- If you have experience in Adobe product suite or similar, this will be a perfect position for you. Be organized, value teamwork, and have a semi-flexible schedule to fit the needs of productions. Basic mechanical skills for working with equipment will work to your
advantage. - Some daytime travel is required (in a WPSD vehicle) and will only increase your chances to expand your creative thoughts to make your productions come to life and ensure your success!
If you’re ready to push your skills and find your untapped creative potential,
send your resume and a link to a demo of your work to: rharris@wpsdlocal6.com
*A VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE AND A CLEAN DRIVING RECORD ARE MANDATORY.
*WPSD-TV is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
Photojournalist
- WPSD LOCAL 6, the dominant legacy NBC affiliate in the 90th DMA has an opening for a full-time news photojournalist.
- The ideal applicant will have an outstanding track record of creative hard news, feature, daily turns, long form, and live work. You’ve got a great eye and everything you create makes an emotional connection. You are an idea person, self-starter and ready to work in a high energy, competitive environment, producing content for multiple platforms.
- While we prefer two years of experience, we consider entry-level candidates who can show they’ve got what it takes. Full time spots are a perfect opportunity for a recent graduate to begin a career.
E-mail resume/link to: News Director Perry Boxx at pboxx@wpsdlocal6.com.
*WPSD-TV is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
News Producer
- WPSD LOCAL 6, the dominant legacy NBC affiliate in Paducah, Kentucky (92nd DMA), requires a dynamic writer with solid news judgment who can become a leader in our newsroom.
- You must have a flair for production values, showcasing meaningful breaking news, live elements, social/interactive media platforms, and vibrant graphics to tell compelling news stories. You also love helping reporters craft extraordinary work. If you are on the road to news management, this is where it starts.
- Previous experience as a producer preferred. We will consider entry level candidates. We have two open spots. The right candidate can move into a Monday-Friday prime newscast.
Send resume and link of your latest newscast to: Perry Boxx, News Director, WPSD-TV, pboxx@wpsdlocal6.com. No snail mail, please.
*WPSD-TV is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
Multi-Media Journalist/News Reporter
- WPSD LOCAL6, the NBC affiliate in the 92nd market seeks an excellent MMJ.
- You should have an outstanding track record of hard news reporting and live work. Our journalists work hard and frequently land in much bigger markets after honing their skills with our awarding winning staff. You are an idea person, self-starter and ready to work in a high energy, competitive environment, producing content for multiple platforms. You can shoot, go Live, write, edit, develop sources, know social media best practices and are a team player. You are a compelling storyteller and the best writer among your peers. We have the tools you need to be successful, including talented photographers, multiple live backpacks, a drone and traditional live truck.
- Degree in journalism or related field and two years of experience preferred. Talented entry level candidates will be considered.
Send cover letter, resume and video link to Perry Boxx, News Director at pboxx@wpsdlocal6.com.
*WPSD-TV is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
Combo Openings
Multi-Platform Journalist
- WPSD Local 6, the NBC affiliate in Paducah, KY and our affiliated newspapers are hiring Multi-Platform Journalists.
- You will report and write for our newspapers, magazines, websites, television newscasts and social media. As a storyteller, you know how to balance hard news reporting with the emotional stories of the people that make up our communities. You are a writer that enterprises your own stories. You look beyond the event in front of you and find the effects this event will have on the communities you write about. Your work will be creative, compelling, and relatable content that appears across our network of six newspapers in Western Kentucky and Southern Illinois, and NBC affiliate WPSD Local 6.
- Have curiosity. Have passion. Have a sense of urgency. This is a full-time position with benefits.
Submit your resume, references, and writing samples to Executive Editor Perry Boxx at PBoxx@WPSDLocal6.com.
*WPSD-TV is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
Multi-Platform Journalist-Southern Illinois
- WPSD Local 6, the NBC affiliate in Paducah, KY is growing! We are hiring Multi-Platform Journalists to help expand our coverage of the important Southern Illinois counties in our DMA.
- The successful applicants will join other members of our award-winning news team providing coverage from our Southern Illinois Bureau. Our DMA, Nielsen market #92, is geographically unique, covering more than forty counties in portions of four states, Kentucky, Illinois, Tennessee, and Missouri.
- This is a unique entry level or early career opportunity for journalists who understand the
media landscape is ever evolving. You’ll have the opportunity to enhance and develop
valuable journalism skills reporting for our newscasts, websites, social media, regional
newspapers, and magazines. As a storyteller, you know how to balance hard news reporting with the emotional stories of the people that make up our communities. You are a writer that enterprises your own stories. You look beyond the event in front of you and find the effects this event will have on the communities you write about. Your work will be creative, compelling, and relatable content that appears on NBC affiliate WPSD Local 6 and across our network of newspapers in Western Kentucky and Southern Illinois. - Have curiosity. Have passion. Have a sense of urgency. These are full-time positions with benefits.
Submit your resume, references, demo reel link and writing samples to News Director/Executive Editor Perry Boxx at PBoxx@WPSDLocal6.com.
*WPSD-TV is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
Paducah Sun Opening
Mayfield Messenger Reporter
- The Mayfield Messenger has an opening for a reporter. The Messenger is a weekly newspaper serving the citizens of Mayfield, Kentucky since 1900.
- We are looking for a community storyteller. Weekly newspapers uniquely chronicle the events of a community. Covering everything from local government, schools and business to the social scene, a community journalist is always avidly curious.
- The successful candidate will report on important issues and interesting people. We’re looking for a good writer with photography skills.
- Mayfield is a town successfully coming back from a deadly, terribly destructive tornado that brought it national attention. There are lots of stories yet to be told. Maybe you are a beginner looking for your first job reporting. Maybe you are ready to dust off your notebook and start again.
To be considered please forward a complete resume and cover letter explaining why you are right for this job to Perry Boxx, Executive Editor, The Mayfield Messenger—pboxx@paducahsun.com.
*Paxton Media Group is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
Paducah Sun Sales Assistant/Designer
- The Paducah Sun has an opening for a Sale Assistant/Designer. In this position you will help the sales team achieve revenue goals by scheduling, building, and copy-proofing ads. Your design skills will allow you to layout POSH magazine and other specialty publications.
- Candidates should be proficient in graphic design software with an understanding of print and digital marketing. Creativity, and the desire to show up and work are a must. A valid driver’s license is required.
Contact Paducah Sun local sales manager Johnny Blazina at JBlazina@PaducahSun.com to apply.
*Paxton Media Group is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.