Wyoming Production Jobs

About *** Television:

*** Television is a leading *** company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About K *** :

Wyoming News Now has the #1 stations in the Wyoming DMA. With stations in Casper, Cheyenne and Scottsbluff, NE we are focused on telling local stories that matter. We are dominant both on broadcast and digital. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a great station and company.

Job Summary/Description:

The sales department is seeking a friendly, positive, self-motivated individual whose primary responsibilities will be to provide a variety of administrative support and increase productivity as Local Sales Assistant to the sales organization. Must thrive in a team environment, have a strong work ethic, be detail oriented and be able to work independently in a fast-paced work culture. The Local Sales Assistant position is vital in helping Wyoming News Now local partners grow. Be a part of a successful team that strives to exceed customer expectations. The right candidate could work into an Account Executive position.

Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):

- Accurate order and copy entry and revisions in Wide Orbit for broadcast and digital as well as sending out avails.
- Manage preemptions
- Act as liaison *** ween Wyoming News Now Sales, Traffic, Marketing, and Advertisers
- Be responsible for small and seasonal accounts
- Provide support to Sales Management

Qualifications/Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent, college or technical degree preferred. Microsoft software experience using PowerPoint, Word & Excel.
Strong organizational and phone skills and ability to manage multiple projects with strict deadlines.

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to *** , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the *** -TV UltiPro self-ser *** portal)

****-TV/ *** Television, Inc. is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

*** Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, *** Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

*** Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of *** ’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

*** Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.

About *** Television:

*** Television is a leading *** company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About ****:

**** is an *** Affiliate - Top-rated station, located in Casper, Wyoming. **** is the market leader with viewers relying on news, weather, sports, and entertainment. You will have the opportunity to solve customers' marketing needs with dominant news programming, and comprehensive digital marketing tools, to sell top-shelf sports offerings like *** Olympics, PGA Golf, and *** Programming.

Job Summary/Description:

**** is currently looking to add a self-motivated individual to our sales team. As the dominant *** company in the area, we have comprehensive marketing tools – both on-air and online.

We're seeking an independently driven individual with strong communication skills. The successful candidate will generate revenue by providing marketing solutions to local businesses with our company's multiple platforms. The job entails prospecting, cold calling, and cultivating relationships with new and potential clients. The position offers excellent earnings potential and full benefits – including group health & dental, PTO, and 401(k).

Please note - job duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the information listed above

Qualifications/Requirements:

- Accountability within a Sales environment
- A positive, results-oriented attitude
- Ability to cold call and diagnose challenges and opportunities of local businesses
- Strong formal and interpersonal communication skills
- 2+ years of sales experience preferred but not required. Willing to train the right person
- Licensing/Certifications: Valid driver's license with a good driving record. No DUI's

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to *** , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the *** -TV UltiPro self-ser *** portal)

****-TV/ *** Television, Inc. is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

*** Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, *** Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

*** Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of *** ’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

*** Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.

About *** Television:

*** Television is a leading *** company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets, reaching 36 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About ****:

We are the #1 news station in Wyoming. We are located at 141 Progress Circle in Mills, Wyoming. ****-TV News 13 is a full-ser *** television station and the *** and CW network affiliate serving the state of Wyoming with news, information, and advertising. With stations in Casper, Cheyenne, and Scottsbluff, NE we are focused on telling local stories that matter. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a great station and company.

When you think of your first job in broadcasting you may have imagined a big town or small, close to home or far away. We're a place where you can hone your craft, a place where you will be given many opportunities to cover big stories and small in a friendly environment and make immense progress in your skills.

Job Summary/Description:

Maintaining on-air operations including repair and maintenance of all broadcast equipment (video, audio, and computer) at the studio, at remote sites, and in the engineering area. Need to have the ability to prioritize tasks and switch gears quickly based on station needs. Signal and interference management. Account for on-air picture quality and performance. Respond to day-to-day operations of an active news and production television station.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Evaluate options and execute solutions
- Continuous training and supervision of station staff on systems and equipment
- Create documentation for repairs and system upgrades
- Operate certain technical equipment such as measurement, video/audio switching, satellite reception, and transmission equipment
- Work cooperatively with other departments and cross-train to perform duties related to Technical *** Producers
- Perform other tasks related to the position as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

Must be knowledgeable in computer systems and IT networking. Television engineers should have at least an Associates Degree in broadcasting technology or engineering. Engineers should be acquainted with current production software as well as microwave and satellite systems and Electronic New Gathering (ENG) operations.
Passing a motor vehicle records check are condition of employment. The right candidate will have strong interpersonal skills knowledge of the repair and adjustment of technical equipment, and experience with troubleshooting to the board level. The ability to analyze microwave and satellite equipment is preferred, but we will train.

Interested applicants can go to *** , you may type in the job title, and station call letters, or click on "apply now", and upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the *** -TV UltiPro self-ser *** portal)

****-TV/ *** Television, Inc. is a drug-free company.

Additional Info:

*** Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, *** Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

*** Television expressly prohibits workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of *** ’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

*** Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.

About *** Television:

*** Television is a leading *** company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About ****:

When you think of your first job in broadcasting you may have imagined a big town or small, close to home or far away. We're a place you can hone your craft, a place where you will be given many opportunities to cover big stories and small in a friendly environment and make immense progress in your skills. If you like outdoor recreation there are few *** ter places in the country. We are a short drive to beautiful mountains, world class trout streams, ski areas, and Yellowstone National Park!

Job Summary/Description:

**** is looking for a multi *** journalist enthusiastic about live reporting, creative shooting, writing, editing and posting of news stories, both hard news and features.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

- Reporting, writing, and shooting abilities for both web and broadcast
- We need a self-starter, able to take the lead in posting web content that is original and fresh
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Edius or other video editing programs is a plus
- Experience with posting stories to social *** is preferred
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Computer literacy, including newsroom computer systems
- Schedule flexibility

Qualifications/Requirements:

- A degree in journalism or a related field, or equivalent experience

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to *** , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the *** -TV UltiPro self-ser *** portal)

****-TV/ *** Television, Inc. is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

*** Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, *** Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

*** Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of *** ’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

*** Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.

About *** Television:

*** Television is a leading *** company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About ****:

**** is a *** Affiliate a top-rated station, located in Cheyenne, Wyoming. **** is the market leader with viewers relying on news, weather, sports, and entertainment. You will have the opportunity to solve customers' marketing needs with dominant news programming, and comprehensive digital marketing tools, to sell top-shelf sports offerings like *** , March Madness, PGA Golf, and *** Programming.

****-TV is located in Cheyenne, Wyoming, a community along the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains. Cheyenne is home to F.E. Warren Air Force Base, the Capital City, and Cheyenne Frontier Days the world's largest outdoor rodeo. With stations in Casper, Cheyenne, and Scottsbluff, NE we are focused on telling local stories that matter. We are dominant both on broadcast and digital. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a great station and company.

Job Summary/Description:

**** is currently looking to add a self-motivated individual to our sales team in Wyoming. As the dominant *** company in the area, we have comprehensive marketing tools – both on-air and online.

We're seeking an independently driven individual with strong communication skills. The successful candidate will generate revenue by providing marketing solutions to local businesses with our company's multiple platforms. The job entails prospecting, cold calling, and cultivating relationships with new and potential clients.
The position offers excellent earnings potential and full benefits – including group health & dental, PTO, and 401(k).

Please note - job duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the information listed above.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Accountability within a Sales environment
• A positive, results-oriented attitude
• Ability to cold call and diagnose challenges and opportunities of local businesses
• Strong formal and interpersonal communication skills
• 2+ years of sales experience preferred but not required. Willing to train the right person
Licensing/Certifications: Valid driver's license with a good driving record

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to *** , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the *** -TV UltiPro self-ser *** portal)

****-TV/ *** Television, Inc. is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

*** Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, *** Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

*** Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of *** ’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

*** Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before or by the first workday.

About *** Television:

*** Television is a leading *** company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets, reaching 36 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. By upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and developing the best and brightest employees in the business.

About ****:

**** is located in Cheyenne Wyoming with a bureau in Casper Wyoming and a newsroom in Scottsbluff Nebraska. Wyoming News Now and *** Nebraska are the dominant broadcasting outlets in Wyoming and the panhandle of Nebraska. Our departments work together as a team to serve our community. We are involved with local non-profits like Food Bank of Wyoming, Special Olympics Wyoming, and Make a Wish of Wyoming. We work hard and we also like to have fun together. Wyoming is our home, and we strive every day to make it an even *** ter place to live and work.

**** is located in Cheyenne Wyoming home of the daddy of them all, Cheyenne Frontier Days, One of the largest rodeos and outdoor music festivals in the country. At the gateway to all Wyoming and all the front range has to offer Cheyenne is the state capital and a short drive from the University of Wyoming. Just an hour and a half from the Denver airport where there are direct flights to most of the country.

Job Summary/Description:

The successful candidate will be a hands-on news manager who has a proven track record for coaching and developing talent, solid journalism skills, planning, the desire and ability to own the big news story, and a passion for breaking news and weather. In this role, you will supervise the creation of the Wyoming News Now newscasts that are shared and the unique newscasts we produce for Casper, Cheyenne, and Scottsbluff. The primary production is in Cheyenne with a news bureau in Casper and a newsroom with unique weekday production in Scottsbluff.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

* Experience establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them
* Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor, or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills
* Experience preparing and maintaining departmental budgets
* Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, and other office equipment
* Experience with executing a Breaking News Strategy
* Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
* Ability to effectively listen to fully understand employee needs and communicate with a team to shape a solution
* Ability to develop a creative news strategy based on research and follow station brand and execute during all newscasts.
* Candidate will also be responsible for the following:
* Leads and supervises all aspects of news, weather, and sports programming production
* Manages all aspects of the News Department (other than Production)
* Plans and manages staffing, training, and performance evaluations for the News Department
* Makes decisions regarding hiring, evaluation, promotion, and termination of employees
* Develop news coverage strategy for the station and its website
* Critiques newscasts daily to correct errors, improve coverage, and provide mentoring feedback to news staff
* Assigns projects to staff and verifies that deadlines are being met
* Ensures achievement of viewer rating goals
* Determines programming and evaluation of equipment needs to produce quality programming
* Responds to coverage questions
* Works with other senior station leaders to establish and reach station goals
* Performs other duties as assigned
* Is extremely detailed oriented
* The ability to manage breaking news to include ongoing/continuous coverage for several hours at a time.

Qualifications/Requirements:

* Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
* Fluency in English
* Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
* Minimum five years experience in news programming production, with at least two years experience in a leadership role
* Experience guiding, directing, and motivating teams, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance

Preferred -
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Qualified, interested applicants may go to *** , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the *** -TV UltiPro self-ser *** portal)

****-TV/ *** Television, Inc. is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

*** Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, *** Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

*** Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of *** ’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

*** Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior by the first workday.

About *** Television:

*** Television is a leading *** company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 101 television markets. Upon closing pending transaction, *** will own television stations serving 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About ****:

Wyoming News Now is the dominant news source for the both the Casper and Cheyenne-Scottsbluff markets. Wyoming News now is made up of two stations, **** in Casper, and **** in Cheyenne, Wyoming. A community along the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains. Cheyenne is home to F.E. Warren Air Force Base, the Capital City and Cheyenne Frontier Days, the world's largest outdoor rodeo.

Job Summary/Description:

Wyoming News Now is looking for a newsroom leader - someone who can lead in gathering excellent visual stories, producing his/her own newscasts, and be highly involved in script writing and story assignments with reporters. The ideal candidate will be able to do these things, all while keeping digital posting top of mind.

Your responsibilities will include (but not be limited to) the following:

• Anchor/produce evening newscasts.
• Enterprise story ideas that matter to viewers in Cheyenne.
• Perform regular duties of a reporter - from developing story ideas to shooting, editing and going live, as well as posting on digital and social platforms.
• Be a multi-platform storyteller, with regular posts to social *** , the stations website and news app.
• Meet tight daily deadlines.
• Respond urgently and appropriately to breaking and developing news.
• Be a leader in the newsroom.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Ability to shoot and edit video, write scripts, and effectively communicate live on-air.
• Some experience from the anchor desk.
• Flexibility in scheduling, to respond to the changing news landscape.
• A degree in journalism or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Familiarity with non-linear editing, Social *** is a plus.

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to *** , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the *** -TV UltiPro self-ser *** portal)

****/ *** Television, Inc. is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

*** Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, *** Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

*** Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of *** ’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

*** Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior to or by the first workday.

About *** Television:

*** Television is a leading *** company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About ****:

Wyoming News Now has the #1 stations in the Wyoming DMA. A community along the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains. Cheyenne is home to F.E. Warren Air Force Base. With stations in Casper, Cheyenne and Scottsbluff, NE we are focused on telling local stories that matter. We are dominant both on broadcast and digital. Also, Cheyenne Frontier Days is home to the world's largest outdoor rodeo. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a great station and company.

Job Summary/Description:

**** is looking for a part-time IT systems engineer for our television station in Cheyenne Wyoming. This position is responsible for all areas of end user support, including building and maintaining Windows desktops and laptops, managing servers, printers, backups, end user applications, basic IP networking skills, cabling, and all other related systems and equipment. Hours are flexible and we can work within certain restrictions.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

- Provide all areas of desktop client support for local and remote employees
- Build and manage Windows desktops and laptops
- Build and manage Windows servers, file shares, backups, and plans for disaster recovery
- Manage local Active Directory user accounts, passwords, and access to local resources
- Set up work areas, including docking stations, monitors, and printers
- Install and support Microsoft Office and other client applications
- Work with Corporate IT to support local employees use of company applications
- Maintain and manage station IP data network
- Work with Corporate IT to administer, install, and troubleshoot edge network equipment, to
include routers and firewalls
- Work with broadcast engineers and newsroom to support all broadcast automation systems
- Knowledge of RF Transmission Systems, Microwave Systems
- Knowledge of ASI, and SDI Encoding and Decoding Systems
- Maintain station phone system and voicemail, to include add/remove employees
- Process trouble tickets in the company helpdesk system
- Project sales figures on a monthly basis
- Responsible for collection of individual account billing
- Perform other tasks related to position as assigned

Qualifications/Requirement:

- Have good people skills to work with the other Departments
- Have expert knowledge regarding equipment, IT technology, systems and be able to step in
and assist in emergency situations
- Have working knowledge of the latest operating systems software, including automation,
server, and desktop operating systems
- An Associates degree in computer networks, broadcast engineering or related field/experience
is preferred
- Knowledge of Microsoft operating system, LAN layout, and maintenance, as well as
knowledge of data switches, routers and storage devices is necessary
- Must be able to insert and remove control room rack equipment weighing 25-50 pounds with
the help of another employee
- Must have a clean driving record
- Must be fully vaccinated against COVID

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to *** , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees that are interested in this position can apply through the *** -TV UltiPro self-ser *** portal)

****-TV/ *** Television, Inc. is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

*** Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, *** Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

*** Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of *** ’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

*** Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior to or by the first workday.