Reporting For Philly’s WPVI ‘A Dream Come True’
August 2nd, 2019 by Paul GreeleyIn a new promo, four reporters talk about their dreams of working at WPVI’s Action News in Philadelphia, considered a legacy station for its near total dominance of the local news ratings for decades. “The DNA of the spot is that 6abc is a destination goal for many in the industry and it’s even more desirable if you grew up here,” said Mike Monsell, WPVI’s VP of Marketing.
Announcer Neil Wilson Likes Being Part Of The Team
August 1st, 2019 by Paul GreeleyAnnouncer Neil Wilson says he doesn’t want to be isolated; he wants to feel like he’s part of the team. His advice to local TV creatives is don’t be afraid to communicate with the voice of your station. He may not be in the building, but feel free to call.
Sales, Engineering, GM Positions Available
July 29th, 2019 by Paul GreeleyNew posts last week on TVNewsCheck’s Media Job Center, include job openings from Nexstar and Hearst for their stations in California, Florida and Iowa.
KPRC Storms The Stands At Astros Game
July 26th, 2019 by Paul GreeleyOn Tuesday, KPRC hosted more than 264 staff, friends and fans in the upper deck of Minute Maid Park to execute two card flip stunts between the 3rd and 4th innings of the game to celebrate their 70th anniversary.
WAVY/WVBT Begin School Supply Drive
July 26th, 2019 by Paul GreeleyWAVY and WVBT, Nexstar’s NBC and Fox affiliate respectively in Portsmouth, Virginia, are launching their 10 On Your Side Operation School Supplies initiative tomorrow. Last year, more than 80,000 items made their way to 12 school districts across the area.
Fox Business Network Debuts Revamped Studio Today
July 24th, 2019 by Paul GreeleyFOX Business Network (FBN) debuted its new studio and set this morning on Mornings with Maria, Maria Bartiromo’s signature morning program weekdays from 6 to 9. The studio sits atop the 3rd floor of Fox News / FOX Business Headquarters and has windowed views of Fox Square and NYC as a backdrop.
KHOU Surprises 8 Nonprofits With $11,000 Each
July 17th, 2019 by Paul GreeleyTegna’s KHOU surprised eight Houston area nonprofits with community grants of $11,000 each at the station. The representatives were there thinking they were to attend a meeting.
Sounds Of Morning Routine Make Music In KDKA Promo
July 16th, 2019 by Paul GreeleyThat’s the concept behind a new morning news branding campaign. It was the idea of Tina Veon, KDKA’s creative services director, who brought it to Stephen Arnold Music because “those guys are the best in the business.”
News Directors Get Inspired At Promax Station Summit
July 12th, 2019 by Paul GreeleyTwo local TV news directors and a general manager attended the Promax Station Summit last month in Las Vegas. After you read what they have to say about it, this may start a trend. “I am really glad I went,” said one. “To me, having both the news director and creative services director there to hear the same information is key,” said another. “I was taking notes like a fiend.”