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CORPORATE CREATIVE SERVICES DIRECTOR
Harrisonburg, VA
WVPT—Virginia’s Public Television seeks a Manager of the newly created Corporate Creative Services group. This Department Head-level position will manage the graphic, website and television production functions at the station. The successful candidate will create and coordinate the execution of station image and marketing plans in print, online and in video in accordance with station goals and objectives. As determined through strategic planning, the successful candidate will also manage the station’s video production services to generate revenue, and program production projects to address recognized community needs. Those applying should have a complete understanding of marketing strategies, project planning, and implementation from idea inception to completion. Persons with management, marketing, TV production and media backgrounds should apply today! WVPT is an equal opportunity employer. Please send your resume and letter of application to: WVPT, Administrative Assistant, 298 Port Republic Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22801.
CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
Harrisonburg, VA
WVPT—Virginia’s Public Television seeks a self-motivated, detail-oriented, organized Corporate Communications Officer. Qualifications include excellent oral and written communication skills, proofreading skills and work-processing skills. The successful candidate must prepare program promotion documents, proofread promotion materials, and organize contact lists. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office needed. College degree in English or Journalism desired. Part-time position 14 hours per week. Please send resume and letter of application to: WVPT, Executive Secretary, 298 Port Republic Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22801. EOE
CORPORTATE SUPPORT/SALES REPRESENTATIVE
Are you a self-starter, who loves sales? Then WVPT—Virginia’s Public Television has the perfect position for you! Serving Winchester/Northern Virginia and the Shenandoah Valley, WVPT seeks a full-time Corporate Support/Sales Representative to concentrate in the Winchester area. Qualified applicant will telecommute. Position requires strong sales skills. The qualified candidate will work independently and interact and communicate effectively with the business community. Compensation includes base salary plus commission and travel expenses. Send resume, cover letter, three references to: Administrative Assistant, WVPT Public Television, 298 Port Republic Road, Harrisonburg VA 22801 EOE/AA
EDUCATION SERVICES DEPARTMENT ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Harrisonburg, VA
WVPT seeks a detail-oriented person with a high level of initiative to provide administrative support to the Education Services Department. Duties include: collect data and prepare records used to assign resources to multiple funding sources, track budget documents, obtain quotes and prepare purchase orders, desktop publishing, website maintenance, proofread department promotional materials, work with volunteers, manage departmental records. Requirements: Associate Degree in Secretarial Science or related field, two years experience as a secretary at the mid-management level or equivalent training or experience, excellent communication and organization skills, expertise in all components of MS Office suite, familiarity with web development software, such as Dreamweaver, and website maintenance, ability to manage multiple priorities, valid VA driver’s license. Position open immediately. Send resume and cover letter to: Administrative Assistant, WVPT, 298 Port Republic Road, Harrisonburg VA 22801. EOE
Internships
Corporate Communications/Public Relations
Engineering
Development
Education Services
Corporate Communications/Public Relations Internship
Available Fall, Spring, and Summer Semesters
WVPT--Virginia's Public Television
298 Port Republic Road
Harrisonburg, VA 22801-3052
(540) 434-5391
Contact: Barbara Roadcap, Volunteer and Internship Coordinator
The candidate chosen will have a variety of duties depending on his/her abilities:
- Brainstorming to arrive at promotion campaign strategies and slogans.
- Graphic layout and design of promotional print pieces.
- Preparing for station public relations events.
- Coordinating promotion projects.
- Preparing special mailings to target audiences.
- Writing news release copy promoting WVPT programs and events.
- Proofing Viewfinder (program guide newsletter).
- Filing.
The intern will receive a broad look at program promotion, marketing, and public relations at WVPT.
This is a non-paid position.
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Engineering Internship
Available Fall, Spring, and Summer Semesters
WVPT--Virginia's Public Television
298 Port Republic Road
Harrisonburg, VA 22801-3052
(540) 434-5391
Contact: Barbara Roadcap, Volunteer and Internship Coordinator
The candidates chosen will have a variety of duties depending on his/her abilities:
Transmitter
- Site visit
- Site prep & cleanup
- Preventative maintenance
Studio
- Production control setup
- Camera Shading
- EDIT A/B Linear
- EDIT C/D Non-Linear
- Master Control
Networking & PCs
- Disk maintenance
- Back-up
- Windows updates
Virtual Recording
- List generation
- Loading
- Space reallocation
These are non-paid positions.
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Development Internships
Available Fall, Spring, and Summer Semesters
WVPT--Virginia's Public Television
298 Port Republic Road
Harrisonburg, VA 22801-3052
(540) 434-5391
Contact: Brabara Roadcap, Volunteer and Internship Coordinator
The candidates chosen will have a variety of duties depending on their abilities:
Job #1 - Pledge Intern - Development
(second semester only)
Intern position runs from the start of the second semester through April 1. Individual will assist pledge producer with data entry and script set-up. Must be able to merge documents and sort in Excel. Some follow up phone work necessary. Daytime hours are flexible. Position requires 10 - 15 hours per week.
Job #2 - Pledge Intern - Development
(first semester only)
Intern position runs from the start of the first semester through December 1. Individual will assist pledge producer with data entry and script set-up. Must be able to merge documents and sort in Excel. Some follow up phone work necessary. Daytime hours are flexible. Position requires 10 - 15 hours per week.
Job #3 - Membership Intern - Development
(first semester only)
Intern position runs from the start of the semester until December 1. Individual will assist with clerical duties and mailings, as well as member marketing strategies and development. Assist with letter writing and solicitation. Must have advanced knowledge of MS Word. Daytime hours are flexible. Position requires approximately 10 hours per week.
Job #4 - Membership Intern - Development
(second semester only)
Intern position runs from the start of the semester until May 1. Individual will assist with clerical duties and mailings, as well as member marketing strategies and development. Assist with letter writing and solicitation. Must have advanced knowledge of MS Word. Daytime hours are flexible. Position requires approximately 10 hours per week.
These are non-paid positions.
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Educational Services Internship
Available Fall, Spring, and Summer Semesters
WVPT--Virginia's Public Television
298 Port Republic Road
Harrisonburg, VA 22801-3052
(540) 434-5391
Contact: Barbara Roadcap, Volunteer and Internship Coordinator
The candidates chosen will have a variety of duties depending on their abilities:
Ready To Learn (RTL) and other outreach
- Process books and materials for distribution and workshops
- Create materials for promotion, distribution, and workshops
- Present, or assist with presenting RTL workshops
- Support and/or coordinate other outreach projects such as contests, special programs, etc
- Write promotional materials
- Assist with evaluation of projects
- Special Project: Do a study on progress of students in RTL vs. students not in RTL
project
Instructional Telecommunications and Video (ITV)
- Process materials for distribution and workshops
- Create materials for promotion (including a newsletter), distribution and workshops
- Correlate instructional materials to the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL)
- Input or update data to databases
- Create or prepare materials for web publication
- Update website
- Assist with instructional technology presentations and workshops for teachers
- Assist with coordination of the National Teacher Training Institute (NTTI)
- Assist with preparation of ITV print materials
- Compile utilization and preview survey data
- Special Project: Do a study of SOL scores between students of teachers who use ITV vs. those who don't.
Adult Learning Services (ALS)
- Process materials for distribution
- Write/create materials for promotion (including a newsletter) and distribution
- Assist with teleconferences.
Grant Writing and/or Support
- Assist with identification, research, writing and assembling materials for grant applications related to any of the above areas.
These are non-paid positions.
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Working at WVPT
Working Environment
WVPT--Virginia's Public Television, producing the best local programming on television and conducting stimulating education and community service projects, has a vibrant, creative working environment. Open communication and employee appreciation stimulates professional growth and creative expression for a satisfying work experience.
WVPT's Benefits
- Aggressive Retirement Plan
- 403B Opportunity for Employees
- State-of-the Art Health Plan
- Flex Benefits Plan
- Competitive Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Leave Compensation
- Tuition Reimbursement for Approved Classes
Applying for Jobs at WVPT
- Inquiries on job openings may be made by phone to the Executive Secretary
- All current job openings are posted in various newspapers and other pertinent publications
- In response to a job opening, forward the necessary, fully completed materials to WVPT before the stated closing date
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Any other requested materials stated in the job listing
- Resumes are reviewed and interviews scheduled by the appropriate Department Head
- All applicants are sent a letter after the position has been filled
- Blanket job applications are held for six months
Preparing for the Interview
- Plan appropriate business dress
- Bring required materials: examples of previous work, proof of certifications, etc.
- Be prepared to answer questions about work history and work habits
- Come with your questions
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Human Resources Contact
Donna Meyerhoeffer, Executive Secretary
WVPT—Virginia's Public Television
298 Port Republic Road
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Ph: (540) 434-5391
Fax: (540) 434-7084 |
