WEAR-TV 3 has an excellent opportunity for a Full Time Broadcast Engineer. This role plays an imperative role as the go-between resource for the engineering team, leadership, and the location’s personnel. We need a dynamic individual to help grow the impact of our engineering team! This position involves maintaining computers and servers related to television transmission and video automation systems, as well as business-side workstations. The candidate will also be directly responsible for hands-on support of all broadcast equipment.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Maintain and repair station all broadcast and supporting equipment as needed Provide support in the management of Servers, Network Security and Network Services
Assist with transmitter maintenance
Provide PC/Mac hardware/software support of on-site installing, servicing, updating, and repairing workstations
Address maintenance and repair requests as required.
Respond to issues regarding facilities maintenance to include but not limited to HVAC, plumbing, grounds, etc.
The possibility of unexpected and/or late-night calls for engineering-emergencies at the station
Act as the subject matter expert and point of contact for all things as it relates to equipment and technology at the location, as well as stay up-to-date on the new industry standards
Provide additional support and resource subject matter expertise in the absence of the Chief Engineer to all staff (including leadership and location personnel, and the onsite Engineering team)
Implement, install & maintain engineering systems and provide end-user support across all departments
Requirements:

Associates degree or higher in IT, electronics or computer related field
2 – 4 years of related broadcast experience
A great team-oriented attitude and dedication to quality
Strong familiarity with Microsoft, Mac and Linux operating systems
Knowledge and competency in core hardware and computer system technologies, including installation, configuration, diagnosing, preventive maintenance and LAN/WAN networking
Proficiency in troubleshooting problems and responding quickly under pressure
Excellent communication skills
Previous experience as a Master Control Operator is preferred but not required.
Valid & unencumbered driver’s license
Physical Demands/Work Environment:

Must be able to work a flexible schedule
On-call duty, including weekends and holidays
Ability to lift computers and equipment generally less than 50 pounds
To work at the TV station regularly
Daily opportunities to learn the art of how-to (re)prioritize
The station’s obstacles and challenges are your challenges
Provide transmitter support
Replace or adjust defective and/or improperly functioning equipment
Networking / Wiring
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Us

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair’s content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation’s largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.
Same Posting Description for Internal and External Candidates

WALA FOX10 News is looking for a high energy Weekend Meteorologist who is passionate about severe weather and delivering forecasts on all platforms.
The ideal candidate must be able to produce and deliver a dynamic, compelling and understandable forecast for our newscasts and digital platforms. Accuracy is a must. You will cover severe weather with urgency, while also being reassuring. Our meteorologists contribute daily to all our platforms, including social media and Connected TV apps including Roku, Apple TV and Fire.
You will work directly with the news team to build out our coverage and make it meaningful and relatable to our viewers. Our meteorologists also report in the field. Strong leadership and teamwork are necessary. Our weather team is involved in the newsroom and the community. The person we hire must have a positive attitude and be an ambassador for the station by making personal appearances at community events.
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following:
* Analyze weather data and prepare detailed and engaging weather forecasts
* Generate creative and engaging, content-driven live shots
* Familiarity with the WSI weather system and software is a plus
* Ability to drive long-form severe weather/event coverage solo or in a team setting both in the studio and in the field
* Ability to multi-task, handle breaking news and breaking weather and adapt to rapidly
changing events
* Cover other meteorologists’ shifts as assigned, as well as flexibility to cover shifts during severe weather or other breaking news events
* Post daily stories to our digital platforms and social media, including online weather discussions to explain complex weather phenomena in an easy-to-understand format
* Be actively involved on station’s social media platforms and responsive to viewer inquiries
* Work closely with the Chief Meteorologist, news management and newscast producers
Qualifications/Requirements:
– Previous On-air experience preferred
– BS in Meteorology/Atmospheric Science. Seals of the National Weather Association and/or American Meteorological Society are preferred
– An engaging and comfortable on-air personality
– Ability to use judgment to prioritize tasks and assignments
– Ability to communicate effectively with newsroom managers, producers and co-workers
– Ability to report and to forecast weather accurately and creatively under deadline pressure. – Severe Weather coverage experience is a plus along with knowledge of newscast production
Come join our dynamic team, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, 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 Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

About Gray Television:
Gray Television is a leading media 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 WALA:
WALA FOX10 News is the most-watched local media organization in the Mobile/Pensacola market producing the most hours of live news, weather, and original programming for the market’s Gulf Coast. The main studio is located in Mobile, Alabama (the founding home of Mardi Gras.) WALA is the oldest existing television station in the state. FOX10 takes pride in its winning culture and its renowned and historic commitment to the community.

JOB SUMMARY: WAFF is looking for an Overnight/Morning Shift TMP. General responsibilities include directing live or pre-recorded productions as assigned, monitoring WAFF’s on-air signals, transmitter, and FCC logs, and ingesting daily programming and commercials.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Prefer skill with Ross Overdrive automation, production video switchers, EMC’s, VizRT graphics system, and all supporting equipment in Production/Master Control; including the ability to effectively perform at the following: robotic camera operation, audio operation, commercial/promo ingesting, program ingesting/segmenting, and desktop editing.
*** Please note, the primary job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed above ***
Requirments:
• Must be proficient in the performance of all live control room operations and meet all requirements for fast paced newscast production techniques.
• Successful candidate should be dependable, organized, be able to multi-task, have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and be able to work calmly under pressure.
• Flexibility with respect to scheduling and/or assigned work shifts.
• Minimum 1 year of television production experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree or relevant work experience preferred.

Interested applicants can apply online at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings by searching the station call letters and attach your resume. Clean MVR required. No phone calls please. EOE-M/F/D/V

WVTM, the NBC affiliate in Birmingham, AL has an opening for a News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision and have experience making decisions and communicating the plan. You know how to win the big story, own breaking news and display important weather information. You must be fast and able to play well in a room of same-minded pros. Accuracy is job one! You will report to the Executive Producer.

Responsibilities

Select, research, and write content for live newscasts to make the newscast an “experience” for viewers
Work with and guide reporters in story production
Coordinate creative vision with team of anchors, reporters, meteorologists, photographers, editors, and production staff
Boothing assigned newscasts, breaking news and weather events
Live timing newscasts
In-person attendance is required
Requirements

Professional or college producing experience
Experience working in a newsroom
Have writing and copy-editing skills
Coordinate several crews and responsibilities simultaneously
Experience summarizing information into easy-to-understand components
Creative presentation style, and ability to showcase all resources and elements
Have and exhibit the highest journalistic integrity and ethical standards
Must be available to work holidays, shifts including nights, weekends and overnights, and flexible with schedule to be available during breaking news
Related military experience will be considered
Diversity Statement

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst’s benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

Medical | Dental | Vision
401(k) matching
Emotional Wellness Support
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
LGBTQ+ Health Services
Additional benefits to meet your and your family’s needs

WVTM-TV, the NBC affiliate, in Birmingham, Alabama, has an opening for a part-time Production Assistant to work in our newsroom. The qualified candidate will be responsible for operating teleprompter during live newscasts. You will have knowledge of editing video and producing digital content is helpful. This is a wonderful opportunity for someone looking to get his or her foot in the door and get started in a career in journalism. You will report to the News Operations Manager.

Job Responsibilities:

Operate teleprompter during live studio broadcasts.
Assist directors with preparing studio for broadcasts.
Communicate effectively with assignment editors, producers, reporters, photographers, editors, production staff and news managers
Understanding of social media and assist in producing content on our digital platforms.
In person attendance required.
Requirements:

Working knowledge of broadcast and digital production
Remain calm under pressure
Work in a team environment
Familiarity with social media
Knowledge of ENPS is a plus
Related military experience will be considered
Diversity Statement

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.

The Director of Membership & Pledge will be responsible for sustaining and expanding the membership base and overseeing pledge campaigns for APT as well as our public radio station, WLRH. This role is crucial in building and maintaining strong relationships with our members and donors.

Key Responsibilities:
• Oversee all membership fundraising programs and contributions for APT and WLRH,
including print, digital, texting, and email campaigns. Manage the accounting for on-
air, web, call-in pledges, direct mail pledges, emails, text pledges, bank lock box
contributions, Matching Gifts programs, and CARS programs.
• Lead and manage the Membership & Pledge team, providing guidance, support, and
performance feedback.
• Respond to any escalated calls, voice messages, emails, and written correspondence
from members.
• Prepare departmental budgets for Membership & Pledge and Development.
• Seek new fundraising opportunities to increase revenue for APT and WLRH.
• Provide monthly donor data to the Contributor Development Partnership (CDP) and
evaluates ROAR reports provided by CDP to determine fundraising opportunities.
• Provide pledge program performance data to Management, Public Information, PBS,
and to Program Services during all pledge drives as representative of APT.
• Work with Development Department to analyze membership records and select best
candidates for Major Gifts and Planned Giving mailings.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, accounting, communications, or related
field
• Proven experience in membership management, preferably in a nonprofit
• Strong leadership skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in CRM software such as Allegiance, Satori and Sage Payment Solutions
preferred

Benefits:
Twelve paid holidays, sick and personal paid time off, medical/dental/vision/life and a great matching 401(k). Benefits are available after an introductory period.

Salary Range:
$62,894.40 – $105,710.40

Deadline to apply is 8/6/2024.

Apply online at this link: https://alabamapublictv.bamboohr.com/careers/55?source=aWQ9Mzc%3D

This is an APT Foundation position. NO PHONE CALLS/FAXES. APT is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Job Description Summary

Full time
AL, Mobile

Job Description
Are you ready to be a crucial part of our Sales Department’s success story? We’re looking for a dynamic Sales Assistant to help us maximize station revenue and provide exceptional support to our department. If you’re enthusiastic, organized, and ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities, this could be the perfect role for you.

You’ll be the go-to person for all clerical functions within the Sales Department. From data entry to document preparation, you’ll keep everything running smoothly.
Stay ahead of the curve by staying informed about the latest traffic policies, practices, and procedures to ensure our operations are top-notch.
Work with computer systems, ledgers, and purchase orders to accurately input order, traffic, and accounting data.
Engage with customers and collaborate with colleagues to address inquiries and resolve account related issues, ensuring exceptional service.
Help Sales Account Executives manage their schedules, ensuring they’re always on track to seal the deal.
Play a part in planning special events and station projects.
Use your skills to prepare forms and generate reports.
Monitor inventory management closely to ensure we’re always ready to meet customer demands.
Maintain files and other business records, ensuring our department runs efficiently.
Tackle any additional tasks assigned with enthusiasm and efficiency.

Requirements & Skills:

High School diploma
Fluency in English
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Minimum one year’s experience in clerical support or administrative assistance, preferably in the sales or media fields
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment

Nexstar Media Group is America’s largest local television and media company with 197 full power stations (including partner stations) in 115 markets addressing nearly 63% of US television households and a growing digital media operation. Nexstar’s platform delivers exceptional local content and network programming to inform and entertain viewers, while providing premium, scalable local advertising opportunities for advertisers and brands across all screens and devices. Learn more at www.Nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement:
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

WAAY-TV (WAAY-31) in Huntsville, AL is looking for a leader with creative talents to fill an immediate opening for Morning Producer. WAAY-TV places a strong emphasis on quality journalism and storytelling. You will be supplied with all news gathering tools necessary to create premium content with supporting production techniques needed to prepare quality, market-leading work. WAAY-31 is honored to be the Alabama Broadcasters 2022 Station of the Year. This designation is in great part due to the award-winning work of Producers who are responsible for the day-to-day production of our newscasts. The ideal candidate will work closely with the News Director, Executive Producer, Director, Assignment Desk and Anchors on newscast content, working together to determine the content and flow of newscasts. The Morning Producers is responsible for generating and writing stories and determining how to best showcase this content.

A college degree is required with a preferred focus on Journalism or related form of writing. The right entry-level candidate will receive full consideration. As the world of TV news changes, the ideal candidate should be well-versed in the many aspects of Journalism, focusing on producing and publishing content where news consumers are, both online and on-air. A skill in developing contacts through social networking and a talent for non-linear editing are both a plus. WAAY was recently honored as the only station in North Alabama to earn a coveted Edward R. Murrow Award for exemplary work.

Were looking for the right person to join the regions most respected and experienced newsroom leadership in taking us to the next level. In addition, Huntsville, AL was named as the No. 1 Best Place to Live in the Country according to U.S. News and World Report. Please submit your resume and any relevant information to: jobs@waaytv.com or by mail: WAAY-TV 1000 Monte Sano Blvd Huntsville, AL 35801 How are we different? You will get a reply in a timely manner, letting you know we received your information. At WAAY-31, you are respected and your opinion matters.

WAAY-TV is an equal opportunity employer with a tradition of encouraging a wide diversity of talents through a broad range of hiring practices. If you have a competitive spirit, common sense, and a desire to be the best you can be in an environment that encourages community involvement and is building one of local television’s best cultures, you move to the front of the line. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and 401K plans. A background check and pre- employment drug screen are required.

Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (subject to any medical or religious accommodations or other applicable law). A pre-employment drug screen and background check are required.

Cover letter, resume, and references should be submitted to: News Director, WAAY-TV
1000 Monte Sano Blvd
Huntsville, AL 35801
Or emailed to: jobs@waaytv.com