Employment

Join the Lakeshore Public Television Team!

Lakeshore Public Television is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Any recruitment organization wishing to receive vacancy notices may call 219-756-5656 for information.

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Open Positions:

PHOTOJOURNALIST (PT)

Lakeshore News Tonight, Northwest Indiana's only local televised newscast has an immediate opening for a part-time (approx. 30 hours/week) photojournalist. Candidate will be responsible for shooting in the field, editing and writing stories and operating studio camera when needed in a fast-paced, multi-platform environment. Experience needed shooting in a variety of different environments, knowledge of sports and sports-related shooting is a plus. Applicant must have the ability to write and linear-edit VOs and VO/SOTs along with a proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook. Applicant must be experienced in shooting with DVCam or similar cameras; have strong communication skills and the ability to react quickly to changing news situations. Working hours will vary based on the coverage needs for the day. Applicants will be given a writing and shooting abilities test during the interview process. Please send cover letter, resume and demo reel by February 28, 2010 to Julia Lounsberry, Lakeshore Public Television, 8625 Indiana Place, Merrillville, IN 46410 or via email to jlounsberry@lakeshoreptv.com. No phone calls. EOE.

 

WEEKEND NEWS ANCHOR (PT)/WLPR-FM

Lakeshore Public Radio has an immediate opening for a new Saturday morning news voice on The Lakeshore, 89.1 FM. The ideal candidate must be able to gather, write, prepare and deliver local hourly newscasts of relevance to listeners in Northwest Indiana. Ability to work efficiently and report under deadline pressure required. Applicant should have a working knowledge of digital audio editing, writing copy for broadcast, researching material and enterprising stories. Previous experience as a radio news anchor or reporter is required Send resume, air check and cover letter to Lakeshore Public Radio, 8625 Indiana Place, Merrillville, IN 46410 or via email to jlounsberry@lakeshoreptv.com by January 31, 2010. EOE.

 

MEMBER SERVICES ASSISTANT

Lakeshore Public Television & Radio seeks a full-time Member Services Assistant. Responsibilities include superior customer service coordination through call processing, data processing and order fulfillment. Candidates should be organized, able to juggle multiple projects, able to work a variety of hours and able to maintain multiple databases and lists. Preferred candidate will have call service and/or telemarketing experience with a great sales track record. This position offers paid vacation and health insurance. Send resume by January 8, 2010 to jlounsberry@lakeshoreptv.com or mail to Lakeshore Public Television, ATTN: Julia Lounsberry, 8625 Indiana Place, Merrillville, IN 46410. No phone calls. Lakeshore Public Television & Radio is an EOE.

 

GRANT WRITER

Northwest Indiana Public Broadcasting, Inc., a non-profit organization, is seeking a permanent part-time Grants Writer with a Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of experience. Individual needs a verifiable track record with success in researching grant possibilities, writing proposals, record keeping and monitoring of grants to ensure compliance and reporting. Must work independently, but collaborate with other members of staff for gathering information and reporting. Position is approximately 20-30 hours per week. Excellent writing, verbal communications and computer skills are essential in addition to working quickly and accurately to meet deadlines. Individual will be accountable for achieving budget goals. Submit cover letter, resume and sample of writing along with a list of foundations and organizations from which you were successful in acquiring funding to jlounsberry@lakeshoreptv.com. Northwest Indiana Public Broadcasting, Inc. is an EOE.

 

 

Lakeshore Public Television

8625 Indiana Pl.
Merrillville, IN 46410

Switchboard:

(219) 756-5656

Toll-Free:

(888) 694-LAKE

Fax:

(219) 755-4312
info@lakeshoreptv.com