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SALES AND MARKETING ASSOCIATE – AMP SALES AND MARKETING SOLUTIONS

AMP Sales & Marketing Solutions, we believe a great workplace isn’t just something we say — it’s something you can feel when you join the team. Here, it’s all about great collabs, ambition, and results but most importantly, we grow here, and we enjoy here. We’re searching for that special someone — a driven, talented individual to join our innovative media sales and marketing solutions team. In this role, you’ll engage with new and existing clients and show them how our innovative media solutions can amplify their brands and deliver measurable success. If you’re energized by building relationships, closing deals, and making an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Sound like the right fit? Check out the checklist below and if it sounds like you, hit “Apply Now” and let’s chat.

Your Day-to-Day (aka the Playbook)

o Help Us Thrive: Amplify our sales and marketing team efforts, by helping us to grow our customer base and enhance our brand presence in the market and providing day-to-day business support. This means helping them fulfill orders, manage accounts, craft proposals, create engaging presentations, and develop materials that clearly communicate the benefits of our services. Your creativity will play a huge role here in driving results. Your success is our success, and we believe in celebrating wins!

o Campaign Development: Work with the sales and marketing team to design and implement campaigns that drive sales and amplify brand awareness across various multimedia platforms.

o Market Research: Conduct in-depth market research to understand trends, customer preferences, and competitor activities to amplify our sales strategies.

o Data Analysis: Data-driven decisions are the name of the game! Report and analyze sales data, providing insights to optimize our strategies for better results.

o Unleash Your Potential: Dive headfirst into the exciting world of media sales, where every interaction is an opportunity to make a lasting impression!

o Collaborate and Grow: Work closely with our focused media sales teams and other departments. Ensuring everyone is on the same page creates a cohesive approach to sales marketing, which is super important for overall success. Connect with internal and external clients, building relationships to understand their needs to provide support. Together, we’ll amplify our impact and achieve remarkable results!

o Stay Ahead of the Curve: Keep your finger on the pulse of industry trends and competitive strategies to ensure we’re always a step ahead in the marketplace.

What We’re Looking For

o Proven Business Support Ability (or an Unstoppable Desire to Learn): Whether you’re a seasoned business support specialist or just getting started, we value your drive, energy, and passion for achieving results.

o Strong Communication Skills: You’re a natural at building relationships and communicating effectively. Analytical thinking is important, as you’ll be interpreting data and helping with making informed decisions. Proficiency with digital tools and applications is a must.

o A Passion for helping Others: You are committed to collaborate with various people and departments, so being adaptable and open to working with others will help you thrive in this role to understanding our teams’ needs, providing top-notch administrative and business support, and making a difference.

o A Willingness to Grow: Do you thrive in environments where you’re always learning something new? Excellent, you’ll fit right in! The media world is constantly evolving, and the ability to learn, adapt, and embrace challenges in a fast-paced, digital-first environment is key.

Why Join AMP Sales & Marketing Solutions? / The Reasons You Should Hit “Apply Now”

o Serious Work, Seriously Cool People: Be part of a dynamic team that values creativity, collaboration, and fun! We are all for work that is rewarding.

o Attractive Rewards: Enjoy competitive compensation that rewards your hard work. Our people love our benefits package.

o We Make a Real Difference (Not Just Talk About It): At AMP Sales & Marketing Solutions, we help local businesses thrive through advertising strategies that create tangible impacts. Our media sales team isn’t just selling ads; they’re the boots on the ground, making a real difference where it counts. (And yes, it feels pretty good.)

o Career Growth Opportunities: We believe in investing in you. That’s why you’ll have access to training, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities to help you thrive. We are a leader in our industry, flexing our local charm and national muscle, to provide you with options to amplify your career in your local market or join one of our AMP Sales & Marketing Solutions teams in another city.

o Comprehensive Media Education (We Are Your Power Source!): New to the industry? We’ve got you covered with training programs that turn curiosity into expertise.

AMP is us. It’s you. It isn’t just a name; it’s a mission. A promise to amplify our reach, amplify our innovation, and most importantly, amplify you. If you’re ready to grow your career and help businesses achieve their goals, we’d love to hear from you.

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be in?uenced or a?ected 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.

ENVIRONMENTAL REPORTER – WBHM

WBHM seeks an environmental reporter
February 25, 2026

Come be WBHM’s new environmental reporter and bring stories to our audience from one of the most biodiverse states in the country. You’ll cover an array of topics from climate change to sustainability to pollution to the natural world. The ideal candidate can break down public policy and scientific concepts while finding compelling sources who engage listeners and readers. The job requires a keen eye for stories, attention to detail, versatility and excellent news judgment.

Your work will air on WBHM, publish online at wbhm.org and post on the station’s social media platforms. We’re also interested to hear your ideas. What can you bring to the table to push WBHM’s journalism forward?

WBHM is part of the Gulf States Newsroom, a regional collaboration among stations in Alabama, Mississippi and Louisiana and NPR, which will allow your stories to be shared across the region. Our reporters are also regularly on NPR News and other national programs and podcasts.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

· Pitch, report and produce feature, spot and digital stories for WBHM

· Participate in interviews with WBHM hosts

· Stay up-to-date on issues affecting Birmingham and Alabama

· Work collaboratively with others in the WBHM newsroom and editorial partners

· Participate in station fundraising

· Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Media, Communications or a related field and two (2) years of related experience required. Work experience may substitute for education requirement. Minimum hiring rate must meet the most current FLSA guidelines for salary level and basis to remain exempt.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· A proven track record of reporting in a journalistic setting

· Excellent communication and organizational skills and demonstrated writing ability

· Familiarity with audio storytelling, the public media system and community engagement

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team

· Deep knowledge of Birmingham, Alabama and the South

· Multilingual candidates encouraged to apply

Does this sound like you? If so, we want to hear from you. All applications must include a resume and cover letter to be considered. Include two links to stories you reported.

Annual Salary Range: $50,050 – $81,330

This is a 3-year, grant-funded position. Future funding is not guaranteed, although we are committed to finding sustainable sources of support for the position.

This is a full-time position based at WBHM in Birmingham, AL. The reporter is a University of Alabama at Birmingham employee enjoying all full-time staff benefits.

Apply Here

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

MULTIMEDIA NEWS PRODUCER – WBHM

WBHM seeks a multimedia news producer
February 27, 2026

Come be WBHM’s next multimedia news producer to help elevate stories on our website and social media channels. You’ll work with reporters to create compelling digital content. You’ll also be the newsroom’s primary voice on social media. There will be opportunities to report online and on air, particularly in breaking news situations. We’re also interested to hear your ideas. What can you bring to the table to push WBHM’s journalism forward and reach new audiences?

WBHM is part of the Gulf States Newsroom, a regional collaboration among stations in Alabama, Mississippi and Louisiana and NPR. Our reporters are also regularly on NPR News and other national programs and podcasts.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

· Creates and manages WBHM’s news content on social media

· Works with reporters to develop compelling digital content

· Edits web stories to ensure they are accurate, clear and follow editorial guidelines

· Reports news stories, particularly in breaking news situations

· Tracks performance of WBHM’s online content

· Participate in station fundraising

· Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Media, Communications or a related field and two (2) years of related experience required. Work experience may substitute for education requirement. Minimum hiring rate must meet the most current FLSA guidelines for salary level and basis to remain exempt.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· Excellent communication and organizational skills and demonstrated writing ability

· Familiarity with common social media platforms, tools and best practices for

engagement

· Familiarity with NPR’s Grove CMS

· Knowledge of AP style

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team

· Deep knowledge of Birmingham, Alabama and the South

· Multilingual candidates encouraged to apply

Does this sound like you? If so, we want to hear from you. All applications must include a resume and cover letter to be considered. Include two links to online content you produced or had a hand in producing.

Annual Salary Range: $45,395 to $63,000

This is a full-time position based at WBHM in Birmingham, AL. The producer is a University of Alabama at Birmingham employee enjoying all full-time staff benefits.

Apply Here

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

COMMUNITY AND CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP OFFICER – WBHM

WBHM seeks a community and corporate sponsorship officer
March 10, 2026

WBHM, Birmingham’s public radio station, is looking for a driven Community and Corporate Sponsorship Officer who thrives on cultivating and building relationships. In this revenue-generating role, you’ll connect mission-minded businesses and foundations with WBHM’s trusted journalism, helping partners elevate their brands while supporting public radio that matters. You’ll prospect new leads, create smart, value-aligned sponsorship solutions, manage a strong CRM-based pipeline, and champion the WBHM brand across the community. If you’re a motivated person with a passion for public media, experience in sales, and a talent for turning conversations into partnerships, we want to meet you.

Is responsible for raising significant funds through developing relationships with corporations, local businesses, and non-profit organizations for WBHM operations, programming, initiatives, and events.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Grows sponsorship at WBHM through the process of prospecting, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major corporate donors, local businesses, and non-profit organizations to become new sponsors for WBHM. This work is achieved through a combination of cold calling, e-mail, virtual engagement, as well as significant in-person engagement. Propose, draft, and create proposals for corporations, local businesses, and non-profit organizations based on their individual needs, budget, and target audience.

• Manages a significant portfolio and pipeline of corporate and foundation prospects in the renewal process for retention and continued support of WBHM. Works to maintain sustained renewal of prior support while seeking strategic opportunities with clients to increase growth in support year-over-year through new packages and opportunities. Works with clients to establish long-term partnerships and strengthen existing relationships with corporate, local, and nonprofit sectors.

• Works in conjunction with department supervisor to maintain a mix of philanthropic event and program sponsorships, as well as broadcast and digital sponsorships. This includes any necessary collaboration across departments to develop funding opportunities for corporate donors, local businesses, and non-profit organizations via program sponsorship, special events, and community partnerships. Produces templates as needed for business support. Analyze audience data as pertains to sponsorship, as well as developing campaigns with Corporate Support Director to reach our target audiences and businesses.

• Maintains consistent communications with department supervisor on all business matters, including, but not limited to: review of payment and billing status for clients, monthly review of accounts as necessary, errors, corrections, etc. Expected to attend sponsorship and other necessary meetings as determined by supervisor. Responsible for entry of all contracts into traffic software in a timely and efficient manner and securing signed contracts for audit purposes.

• Assists from a sponsorship perspective for station marketing and development to expand brand exposure and audience engagement. May assist in development of marketing content, on-air promotional sponsorship scripts, and other assets as necessary with supervisor approval.

• Assists and participates in WBHM community and audience engagement events.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Range: $45,395 – $65,000

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in English, Media, Communications, Sales, Marketing or a related field and two (2) years related work experience. Alabama Drivers License OR state ID required within 30 days of hire.

Apply Here

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

STREAMING PRODUCER AND HOST – WBRC

WBRC 6 News is expanding its live streaming strategy — and we’re looking for a creative, driven Streaming Producer and Host to help build the future of how our audience consumes local news.

This is not a traditional line-producer role. This position is focused on developing compelling, live-streaming content that extends our broadcast brand and creates meaningful, must-watch digital programming. This role also includes hosting and co-hosting streaming shows as needed — blending strong editorial judgment with confident on-camera presence.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

What You’ll Do:
– Produce live daily streaming shows, including afternoon and evening blocks
– Host or co-host streaming programs as needed
– Develop streaming-first rundowns designed specifically for digital audiences
– Write conversational, viewer-focused scripts
– Lead live interviews and breaking news coverage
– Work closely with anchors to shape tone, pacing, and digital storytelling
– Integrate breaking news, investigative reporting, weather, and community segments
– Monitor real-time analytics and adjust content strategy accordingly
– Collaborate with digital and broadcast teams to maximize reach

What Makes This Role Different:
– You’ll help shape the show’s identity — not just fill time
– You’ll experiment with format, pacing, and audience interaction
– You’ll help build appointment viewing in a growing streaming environment
– You’ll have leadership support to innovate
– This is a chance to build something meaningful in a newsroom that takes streaming seriously.

Qualifications/Requirements:

– Strong news judgment and understanding of daily news flow
– Producing experience (TV, digital, streaming, or hybrid)
– Excellent writing skills with a conversational tone
– Comfortable, credible on-camera presence
– Ability to thrive under deadline pressure
– Collaborative, solution-oriented mindset
– Familiarity with newsroom systems (ENPS preferred)
– Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field preferred

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, 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

NEWS ANCHOR/REPORTER – WEAR

WEAR has an exciting opportunity for a full-time News Anchor / Reporter. In this role, you will be required to produce daily content on a variety of platforms including the internet and social networks, along with performing other duties as assigned by the news managers. We are looking for someone with a clear understanding of how to dig for a story, research it, write it with an edge, and use strong storytelling and TV production to make it impactful and memorable. It is important to have strong writing skills and to have knowledge of current events. Dynamic live television and storytelling skills are a must.

Skills and Experience:

A self-starter and who can generate his or her own story ideas on a daily basis
Ability to demonstrate enterprise reporting and creativity in storytelling
Exemplary communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to maintain an active social media presence to build your brand and solicit original story ideas
Requirements and Qualifications:

Previous anchoring experience is required
Must have at least 2 years of on-air experience
Live shot experience is required
Previous experience working in a team environment is a must
While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

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.

NEWS PHOTOJOURNALIST – WHNT

Do you see stories everywhere you look? We’re searching for a creative, detail focused photojournalist who can capture the moments that define our community. This role demands curiosity, hustle, and a passion for visual storytelling.
You will:
• Chase breaking news and produce impactful images on tight deadlines
• Collaborate with reporters to elevate storytelling through visuals
• Bring fresh, creative ideas to daily and long form coverage
• Edit and deliver high quality content accurately under tight deadlines
• Represent our newsroom professionally in the field
You bring:
• A sharp eye for detail and composition
• A strong work ethic and comfort working in fast moving situations
• Creativity that pushes stories beyond the expected
Qualifications
• Proven experience in photojournalism or news media
• Ability to work quickly, independently, and collaboratively
• Excellent time management and communication skills
• Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and breaking news
• College degree preferred
What We’re Looking For
• Detail oriented approach to every assignment
• Strong work ethic and reliability in high pressure situations
• Creative mindset with the ability to find unique visual angles

CONTENT MANAGER – WHNT

We’re looking for a Content Manager who moves fast, thinks faster, and refuses to get beat.
Digital-first. Aggressive. Organized. Relentless.
You know how to navigate Alacourt and LexisNexis without hesitation. Court records don’t intimidate you — they energize you. You dig. You verify. You move.
When breaking news hits, you don’t wait for direction.
You deploy crews.
You lock in resources.
You control the board.
Severe weather? Same mindset.
You coordinate coverage with precision.
You get crews out the door in minutes.
You think ahead — not behind the storm.
This role sits at the center of a newsroom that moves the market. You’ll drive daily coverage across broadcast, digital, streaming, and social. You’ll shape the agenda. You’ll set the tone. You’ll make sure we’re first, fast, and accurate — every time.
We’re looking for someone who:
• Has elite editorial judgment and competitive instincts
• Is highly organized and thrives in controlled urgency
• Thinks digital-first in every decision
• Commands respect through clarity and action
• Leads breaking news and severe weather coverage with confidence
This is not a maintenance role.
It’s a momentum role.
If you’re ready to run the desk, own the board, and push coverage forward every single day — this is your opportunity.
#ONSITE

WEEKEND ANCHOR/REPORTER – ABC 33/40

ABC 33/40 News (WBMA) has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Weekend News Anchor / Reporter.

In this role, you will be required to produce daily content on a variety of platforms including the internet and social networks, along with performing other duties as assigned by the news managers. You will anchor the our weekend evening newscasts on Saturday and Sunday and report three days during the week. We are looking for someone with a clear understanding of how to dig for a story, research it, write it with an edge, and use strong storytelling and TV production to make it impactful and memorable. It is important to have strong writing skills and to have knowledge of current events. Dynamic live television and storytelling skills are a must.

Skills and Experience:

A self-starter and who can generate his or her own story ideas on a daily basis
Ability to demonstrate enterprise reporting and creativity in storytelling
Exemplary communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to maintain an active social media presence to build your brand and solicit original story ideas
Requirements and Qualifications:

Must have at least 2-3 years of on-air experience
Live shot experience is required
Previous experience working in a team environment is a must
While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel.

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

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.

NEWS PRODUCER – WBMA/WJSU/WCFT

WBMA/WJSU/WCFT has an immediate opening for a creative News Producer! In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day production of our newscasts. This position will also work closely with the Executive Producer, Director, Assignment Desk and Anchors on the newscast and its content. In this position you will determine the content and flow of newscasts, work with management and on-air staff to generate and write stories and develop content for our web site.

The ideal candidate will have:

Solid news judgment
Be a compelling and accurate writer
Be able to multitask and manage time in order to put together an exciting and informative newscast
Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment
Strong leadership and communication skills
The ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts
Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving abilities are a must
Proficient with non-linear editing (i.e. Avid) and newsroom systems, such as iNews
Experience:

Must have at least some previous news producing experience at a commercial TV station, although the right entry-level candidate may be considered
A journalism degree is preferred

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

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.