Wilmington Community TV Now Hiring

WILMINGTON, MA — Wilmington Community Television is in the process of hiring its next Executive Director. The job listing below was posted to Mass Access’s job board earlier this week.

WCTV – EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

(Send resumes, cover letter and recommendation letters to cheryl_soderquist@yahoo.com)

Responsibilities:

• Oversees all operations, programs, services, training, video production facilities and administrative activities within the defined policies and procedures as set forth by the WCTV Board of Directors
• Establish and oversee training programs for PEG access
• Design and implement short and long range goals to achieve the objectives of WCTV
• Work with the community-at-large to promote the goals, philosophy and resources of public access
• Hire, supervise and evaluate WCTV staff in accordance with WCTV by-laws
• Review and keep current on all state, federal and local laws and FCC rules
• Work with the Board of Directors and staff to develop and implement policies, procedures, employee guidelines and long-range strategic plans. Provide monthly reports to the Board of Directors regarding progress, plans and concerns
• Responsible for the preparation and management of the annual and capital budgets with the Board approval
• Work closely with the WCTV Board treasurer, bookkeeper and accountant to develop and implement responsible fiscal procedures and policies
• Manage the operation and maintenance of all facilities and equipment to ensure the production of diverse and quality programming
• Pursue and incorporate revenue at the direction of the Board of Directors through sponsorships, membership and other sources of revenue
• Maintain a close working relationship with the cable companies, the Town of Wilmington, area educational institutions, the community-at-large, the Board of Directors and the PEG Access Community
• Assure that WCTV is in compliance with the Town of Wilmington franchise requirements
• Develop and coordinate an active membership/volunteer program
• Report directly to the President of the WCTV Board of Directors

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Advanced Degree in Communications or Media
• Three years of professional experience in public access or non-profit management
• Strong managerial, organizational and communication skills (oral, written, video, etc.)
• Knowledge of and experience in the field of telecommunications, including noncommercial production, procedures and regulations
• Ability to multi-task and manage time
• Strong technology skills related to TV production and local area networks
• Proven track record in fundraising including development planning, grant writing and ability to cultivate relationships with the funding community
• Requires a person who can handle a great deal of responsibility and who can work independently, as well as be a team leader

WCTV is an equal opportunity employer.

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