Category:
News
Position/Title:
Investigative Reporter

Details:
WIAT-TV CBS42 is searching for an Investigative Reporter who is driven to seek honest, relevant, compelling enterprise stories. The ideal candidate will be relentless in the pursuit of the truth. A proven track record of strong journalistic skills and supreme ethical standards is a must. The successful applicant will understand how to generate sources and will bring lead stories to the newsroom. Stories will require a high production value. This position requires multitasking through multiple investigations at any given time. Proficiency in newsroom computer systems (iNews/ ENPS) is a must. Knowledge of Panasonic cameras and AVID editing equipment helpful. Ability to data mine, properly fill out freedom of information acts and navigate through various government entities is a must. Job entails moderate to high stress and deadline pressure, while keeping a strong attention to detail. Candidates must be able to occasionally shoot and edit material.

Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
1/18/2014
Closing Date:
3/18/2014
City:
Birmingham – 35209
State:
Alabama
URL:
www.cbs42.com

Experience:
Five years of Reporter/ Anchor experience and college degree preferred.

Requirements:
Pre-employment background check.

Contact:
Please send cover letter, resume, and DVD reel to:
WIAT-TV –, 2075 Golden Crest Drive Birmingham or email to hr@cbs42.com. No phone calls please. LIN Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Job posted by an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (03-18-14)

Category:
News
Position/Title:
Investigative Producer

Details:
WIAT-TV CBS42 is searching for an Investigative Producer who is driven to seek honest, relevant, compelling enterprise stories. The ideal candidate will be relentless in the pursuit of the truth. A proven track record of strong journalistic skills and supreme ethical standards is a must. The successful applicant will understand how to generate sources and will bring lead stories to the newsroom. Stories will require a high production value. This position requires multitasking through multiple investigations at any given time. Proficiency in newsroom computer systems (iNews/ ENPS) is a must. Knowledge of Panasonic cameras and AVID editing equipment helpful. Ability to data mine, properly fill out freedom of information acts and navigate through various government entities is a must. Job entails moderate to high stress and deadline pressure, while keeping a strong attention to detail. Candidates must be able to occasionally shoot and edit material.

Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
1/18/2014
Closing Date:
3/18/2014
City:
BIRMINGHAM – 35209
State:
Alabama
URL:
www.cbs42.com

Experience:
Three years of reporting/ producing experience and college degree preferred.

Requirements:
Pre-employment background check.

Contact:
Please send cover letter, resume, and DVD reel to:
WIAT-TV –, 2075 Golden Crest Drive Birmingham or email to hr@cbs42.com. No phone calls please. LIN Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Job posted by an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (03-18-14)

Category:
Digital Media
Position/Title:
Digital Media Manager

Details:
CBS42 is looking for a Digital Media Manager. Think you can manage the daily tactical operations of our web sites? Can you prioritize key projects and initiatives? Do you know UI, UX, social media, mobile web, coding and scripting languages?

The DMM must be able to produce and implement a flow of creative solutions for daily operations, including training, tools, efficiencies and processes.

The ideal candidate will be well-versed in website architecture, user experience design, digital marketing, and development – specifically, data management and optimization, programming and scripting languages, and system administration.

Responsibilities:
• Optimize and manage content for digital properties
• Design and build custom web applications
• Provide regular reporting for website and online marketing initiatives
• Coordinate social media activities by actively engaging in industry blogs, video sharing, online chats, etc., messaging and increased brand awareness resulting in increased traffic to our websites
• Analyze data and develop recommendations to optimize the user experience
• Hands-on optimization, including keyword/phrase research, site structure, page construction, content, and SEO (Search Engine Optimization)
• Keep up with industry trends and opportunities
• Manage content management system

Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
1/18/2014
Closing Date:
3/18/2014
City:
BIRMINGHAM – 35209
State:
Alabama
URL:
www.cbs42.com

Experience:
Skills:
• In-depth knowledge of multimedia and web technologies including Photoshop, HTML, JavaScript, JQuery, PHP, ASP.net and CSS and the ability to design and build custom web applications
• Knowledge of Digital, Internet related technologies and current web trends, including social media and analytics
• Web design, web development and web management experience
• Extensive knowledge of MySQL, SQL Server databases
• Experience with web and application servers and PHP-based content management systems

Requirements:
Pre-employment background check.

Contact:
Please send cover letter and resume to:
WIAT-TV –, 2075 Golden Crest Drive Birmingham or email to hr@cbs42.com. No phone calls please. LIN Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Job posted by an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (03-18-14)

Category:
Promotions
Position/Title:
Graphic Designer/ Producer

Details:
Come work for a station that’s expanding its Creative Services department! CBS42 – WIAT in Birmingham, Alabama is hiring for 3 brand new positions. You’ll have the newest tools and resources to make your creative vision a reality.

Move beyond creating daily newscast graphics! Get ready to hit the ground running with a team of graphic artists. We need someone who not only thinks in 3-D, but has the skills to bring ideas to life. You’ll help develop and implement the station look; plus create graphics and animations for special station projects, commercial clients and promotions. Must be able to design looks that can be consistent on-air, on-line and print.

Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
1/18/2014
Closing Date:
3/18/2014
City:
BIRMINGHAM – 35209
State:
Alabama
URL:
www.cbs42.com

Experience:
Experience with Cinema 4-D, the Trapcode Suite, and After Effects required. Proficiency with Chyron Lyric and multiple types of nonlinear editing systems desired.
Applicants should have a college degree. Minimum of two years broadcast animation experience required.

Requirements:
Pre-employment background check.

Contact:
Please send resume to:
WIAT-TV –, 2075 Golden Crest Drive Birmingham or email to hr@cbs42.com. No phone calls please. LIN Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. (03-18-14)

Category:
Promotions
Position/Title:
Commercial Producer

Details:
Come work for a station that’s expanding its Creative Services department! CBS42 – WIAT in Birmingham, Alabama is hiring for 3 brand new positions. You’ll have the newest tools and resources to make your creative vision a reality.

Ideal candidates will have the ability to produce compelling, well-written and visually interesting content that meet the needs of clients. Commercial Producers work closely with sales and news departments to create everything from commercial spots to long-form sponsored segments.

Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
1/18/2014
Closing Date:
3/18/2014
City:
BIRMINGHAM – 35209
State:
Alabama
URL:
www.cbs42.com

Experience:
Applicants should have a college degree. Previous video production experience and a proven record of success are required.
Requirements:
Pre-employment background check.

Contact:
Submit resume, references, and demo reel to:
WIAT-TV –, 2075 Golden Crest Drive Birmingham or email to hr@cbs42.com. No phone calls please. LIN Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.
Job posted by an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (03-18-14)

Editor/Multimedia Production Assistant
WHNT-TV, CBS in Huntsville, Alabama, has an immediate opening for a full-time Editor/Multimedia Production Assistant. A Multimedia Production Assistant must be able to fulfill a variety of studio, control room and newsroom functions for live television newscasts and various multimedia platforms. Duties include editing non-linear video, creating broadcast graphics, running robotic cameras, running audio, teleprompter operation, posting content (video & text) to station website and social media sites.

Core job duties include:
-Video Editing: Non-linear video editing for on-air and online. Must have a clear understanding of video editing fundamentals (sequencing, jump cuts, audio/visual linkage, etc) and legal issues associated with videojournalism. Prefer candidates who are proficient on Final Cut Pro.
-Running Audio: Consistently runs audio for the newscasts, with great attention to detail, in order to have shows with little to no quality control issues. This includes thorough microphone checks 20 minutes before the newscast, as well as changing the batteries in the wireless microphones before these checks are done.
-Studio Camera/Teleprompter Operation: Run studio camera and/or Teleprompter for live newscasts. Experience with robotic camera systems a plus.
-Web Posting: Post video and text content to station’s website, updating station’s Twitter and Facebook accounts.

Ability to work under extreme pressure and deadlines. Hours will vary and will include early mornings, nights, weekends and holidays. Good communication skills and team-centered mindset.

A college degree in Communications or related-degree is preferred. Also prefer candidates with at least one year production and/or video editing experience in a commercial television station.

To apply, rush your resume and references to David Williams via email to david.williams@whnt.com. Or, if you must send it via snail mail, buy a stamp and send it to WHNT-TV, 200 Holmes Ave., Huntsville, AL 35801. Phone number: 256-534-7226. (02-27-14)

Position: Staff Accountant

Resume Deadline: February 07, 2014

Department: G&A

Stations: Birmingham

Positions: Available: One

SummitMedia, LLC Birmingham is seeking a Staff Accountant for their Birmingham Office.

Responsibilities include:

-Prepare general ledger entries by maintaining records and files; reconciling accounts.
-Maintain the Fixed Asset and associated depreciation schedules on the FAS Software System.
-Assist with monthly financial activity including month end close.
-Various monthly and ad hoc financial reports.
-Other duties as assigned by management.

The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and at least two years of Accounting experience.

If interested in applying for this position, please forward a resume to SummitMedia LLC Birmingham Attn: Amber Freeman, 2700 Corporate Drive, Suite 115, Birmingham, Alabama 35242, or forward electronically to Amber.Freeman@summitmediacorp.com. NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE!

It is the policy of SummitMedia, LLC to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, or sex in all personnel actions including recruitment, evaluation, selection, promotion, compensation, training, and termination.

Discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, or sex is prohibited. If you believe you have been the victim of discrimination, you may notify the Federal Communications Commission, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, or other appropriate agency. (02-07-14)