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Every week over 90% of all Americans turn to Radio for entertainment,, companionship,, news,, weather,, and the information they need on products and services to build a better life… If you like marketing, enjoy helping people, thrive on challenge, possess high energy, are committed to success, and are well organized,,, call (256) 878-8575 weekdays 8:00 till 5:00 to schedule an interview. WQSB, Power 107-5 and MIX-102.9 are equal opportunity employers.

(06-19-15)

Technical Media Director

WTVY-TV News 4, the CBS affiliate and dominant number one station in Southeast Alabama is looking for a Technical Media Director (formerly titled Production Assistant).

The position has multiple roles. This person will direct one of our newscasts. WTVY is automated, therefore the director is required to code a newscast, do any pre-production work needed (building graphics) for the show that he/she is working on.

The second part of the job will be running Master Control, helping with segmenting syndicated show/commercials to air at a later time, running live commercial breaks and learning our Traffic Management duties.

This person will need to be detail oriented, a self-starter, able to work well under deadlines and work well with others. Good written and verbal communication skills required, as is vast computer knowledge and a general understanding of technology. Experience with Ross OverDrive, VizRT, and Adobe creative suite is a plus, as is experience in a broadcast news environment.
If you have what it takes to join our team, send your resume to:
Jonathan@wtvy.com

Jonathan Trawick, Production Manager
WTVY-TV,
P.O. Box 1089
Dothan, AL 36302
No phone calls please.
WTVY-TV, a Gray Television Group Station, is an equal opportunity employer and a DRUG FREE WORKPLACE. Pre-employment drug screening and drivers license check are required. A valid driver’s license and a good driving record are absolutely necessary for this position.

(07-16-15)

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER

WTVY, Dothan’s #1 rated news station has an immediate opening for an energetic and experienced Executive Producer. This is NOT an entry level position. Desired candidate will have at least two years of television producing experience or news management at a commercial station. The Executive Producer will serve in a leadership role, mentoring young producers and reporters to achieve peak performance. Producing of daily newscasts is required, as well as management and oversight of other shows.
Primary responsibilities as Executive Producer include:
Strong writing & editing skills is vital.
Responsible for visual elements & accuracy for all newscasts.
Strong time management skills & ability to multi-task in a high-stress environment is essential.
Ability to perform well under pressure and meet deadlines.
Ability to copy edit stories and approve scripts for reporters.
Handle weekly newsroom staff scheduling.
Work with weather and sports departments to coordinate extended coverage when necessary.
Produce news specials and oversee special projects.
Knowledge of Edius & iNews is also a plus.
Other duties as assigned by News Director.

The desired candidate is someone who will demonstrate strong news judgment, working with the News Director to shape daily and extended coverage plans. Strong editorial skills and command of the language is vital. The Executive Producer must be a leader who is an accomplished team builder, helping a young staff reach its potential. As well as supervising the staff, the Executive Producer must lead by example to motivate team members.
We have veteran anchors and managers that are always willing to help, top flight equipment and a winning culture. We’re looking for someone to jump in and help us build on our already outstanding reputation as the news leader in our market. The ability to handle pressure and meet deadlines is essential.
WTVY covers counties in three states; Alabama, Florida and Georgia. Our primary DMA is in Southeast Alabama. WTVY (CBS) is the established market leader in Dothan. We have a live truck, a satellite truck, multiple backpack live units and three bureaus and we produce more than 29 hours of live news per week. Work on our sister station, WRGX (NBC) will also be required.
If you have a desire to produce high-energy, creative newscasts that appeal to our viewers, we want to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who hopes to become a News Director in the future. Send resume to the attention of:
Kim Allen – News Director
285 N. Foster Street
Dothan, AL 36303
No phone calls please.
WTVY-TV, a Gray Television Group Station, is an equal opportunity employer and a DRUG FREE WORKPLACE. Pre-employment drug screening and driver’s license check are required.

A valid driver’s license and a good driving record are absolutely necessary for this position.

(07-16-15)

Meteorologist

WKRN-TV, Media General’s ABC Affiliate in Nashville, TN, has a career opportunity for an experienced Meteorologist.

Skills (Essential and Preferred):
WKRN-TV is seeking a Meteorologist with outstanding weather forecasting and storm tracking skills combined with the ability to forecast in high pressure situations. The ideal candidate will be proficient in social media. A Bachelor of Science degree in Journalism or equivalent work experience in a newsroom is preferred.

Experience (Essential and Preferred):
Seven years of experience as a television Meteorologist preferred.

Job Skills:
Preparation and presentation of weather-related television programs including, but not limited to, responsibilities for reporting, writing and editing as assigned.
For consideration: No phone calls please.

Please tell us how you found out about the job opening. Send resume, DVD and cover letter to:
WKRN-TV – Human Resources (News)
441 Murfreesboro Road
Nashville, TN 37210
email to: lsnyder@wkrn.com –
Be sure to include your name and the job title in subject line.
For more information about current job openings, please refer to www.wkrn.com under MORE, then
Jobs at WKRN. WKRN-TV is a drug-free company and requires pre-employment drug testing and background investigations. Media General, WKRN-TV is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the hiring, training or promotion of employees because of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. We are engaged in a continuing effort to seek out prospective applicants for employment with our company. We earnestly solicit your assistance in obtaining employees and request you refer prospective applicants to us at the address below.
441 Murfreesboro Road, Nashville, TN 37210

(07-16-15)

Category:
News
Position/Title:
News Production Assistant
Details:
WPMI is seeking a production assistant.
Responsibilities Include (but not limited to):
* Posting accurate, relevant, and engaging content to our station’s website and social media sites.
* Responsible for making sure all content from daily newscasts are posted to the web and social media sites following each newscast.

Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
6/10/2015
Closing Date:
7/6/2015
City:
Mobile – 36609
State:
Alabama
URL:
www.Local15tv.com

Experience:
Experience is not necessary, but education and/or internship in television or related field preferred. Training will be provided.
Requirements:
Running the assignment desk, answering phones, listening to scanners, and making sure crews are covering breaking news events.
* Studio camera operator for daily newscasts.
* TelePrompTer operator for daily newscasts

Additional Information:
General Hours:
Monday through Friday – 2:30-11:30 (subject to change)
Must be able to work on weekends. Other hours as needed, on occasion.
Contact:
Sinclair Broadcast Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.
Please apply online by going to www.sbgi.net/employment

Job posted by an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

(07-06-15)

MISSISSIPPI PUBLIC BROADCASTING
IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

JOB TITLE: Office Director I
WORKING TITLE:Director of Production
DEPARTMENT: Production
ANNUAL ENTRY SALARY: $57,593.08

JOB DESCRIPTION:
MPB is seeking a seasoned, highly creative television producer to lead our production department. The incumbent will be responsible for administration and development of content for television programs. Successful candidate will have demonstrated ability to produce documentary style and series productions from conception to broadcast. This position is classified as Non-State Service, Exempt.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE:
•Requires high level of management
•Supervises 25-30 persons
•Oversees TV Production Operations, Live Production, and Documentary Production

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university (AND) eight (8) years in the special experience defined below, five (5) years of which must have included line or functional administrative or advanced technical supervision.
(OR)
A Master’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university, (AND) seven (7) years in the special experience defined below, five (5) years of which must have included line or functional administrative or advanced technical supervision.

SPECIAL EXPERIENCE:
Employment must have been in an administrative, professional capacity in an area of work related to the functional responsibility of the agency in which the position exists. In those agencies where registered specialists provide the primary source of functional and technical knowledge for planning and accomplishing the mission of the agency, the incumbent must be registered and experienced in that profession. Work experience must have included supervising and coordinating a variety of functions.

HOW TO APPLY:
•Applicants must go online to Mississippi State Personnel Board (www.mspb.ms.gov)
•Click on Job Seekers
•This will take you to the “JOB OPENINGS” page. Read instructions thoroughly to apply for job opening.
Closing Date: June 16, 2015

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT:
MISSISSIPPI PUBLIC BROADCASTING
3825 RIDGEWOOD ROAD, JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI 39211

(06-16-15)

Alabama News Network is accepting applications for a Photojournalist position for the local CBS affiliate, WAKA-TV and the local ABC affiliate WNCF-TV in Montgomery, AL. We are looking for a team oriented, hard working, and multi-talented individual to cover daily assignments. The successful candidate should possess excellent videography, lighting and non-linear editing skills. Experience with HD Camera Operation and operating ENG equipment is a plus. This position also calls for previous experience operating microwave live trucks. The ability to lift and carry 40 lbs. equipment on a daily basis is required. Some college or technical school training preferred. This is a full time position and offers benefits. Please send tape or link with resume to Human Resources, WAKA-TV, 4001 Carmichael Road, Suite 100, Montgomery, AL 36106 or email jobs@waka.com. No phone calls, please.

(07-10-15)

Live and work in Birmingham, the city that inspired Erskine Hawkins’ jazz standard “Tuxedo Junction.” We’re a big city with all the amenities, plus a small-town feel. You can eat fried green tomatoes at The Whistle Stop Café and go straight to the Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center for a diverse array of performers, ranging from Buddy Guy to the Alabama Symphony Orchestra. Sweet iced tea is served year round, with porches, mountains, and accents from the South and the rest of the world.

ANNOUNCER / PRODUCER
You’ll be responsible for hosting All Things Considered and Marketplace from 3-7 p.m. The producer part of the job entails researching, reporting and producing NPR-style, in-depth, local stories which air on Morning Edition and All Things Considered and publish online at WBHM.org. Participation in on-air pledge drives, occasional fill-in work, and some recording of automation breaks will also be required. This position reports to the Program Director and the News Director.

You will need a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, English or related field and four years related experience including feature writing and production. Excellent oral and written communication skills will be required. Public radio experience and familiarity with reporting in the public radio style are desired.

WBHM is a multi-award-winning radio station with a strong commitment to in-depth regional news. Our reporters routinely win regional and national awards and their stories are regularly heard on national programs. Our News Director is Rachel Osier Lindley and NPR’s Southern Bureau Chief Russell Lewis is based at the station.

Salary range: $33,571 – $42,952 – $52,354

To officially apply,you must do so online here:
www.uab.edu/humanresources/home/careers
Click on “UAB Jobs”, and search for “WBHM”.

UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of, race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression as well as sexual orientation. UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans.

ABOUT WBHM
WBHM is a listener-supported service of the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), “your NPR News station,” and home to the Alabama Radio Reading Service, a resource for the blind and print-impaired. WBHM serves a significant radio audience in Birmingham and North Central Alabama, and our online presence has grown substantially in the past year. Financial support from listeners and business is at an all-time high.

WBHM is a PC and MAC friendly shop and an increasingly “digital first” environment, where news features and two-ways are routinely put online for web and mobile use by our audience before reaching the FM airwaves. Our broadcast and production chain has undergone major upgrades to a full SAS digital routing system and consoles, and we are leading efforts with the open-source Linux-based Rivendell automation system.

(07-03-15)

JOB TITLE:Producer

WSFA 12 News in Montgomery, Alabama seeks a highly creative and highly motivated Producer to help take newscasts to the next level. Most every newscast on WSFA 12 News ranks nationally for most watched over all NBC affiliates. We are looking for candidates with experience as a line producer in a competitive news market, including working with anchors, LIVE reporters, and directors. Candidate must be a great writer and communicator, and should have natural leadership skills. This will be a weekend producing position – working three evenings a week. Candidate must be able to sift through complicated issues and provide clarity to viewers and web users. Candidate will be required to post stories to the station web site. New content and BREAKING NEWS must be pushed and injected each newscast pushing URGENCY & IMPACT. Experience with ENPS a plus. Experience producing special reports and breaking news a plus. College degree in journalism or related experience preferred. Must be able to work extra hours, weekends, holidays, etc. Must have a valid driver license. Qualified applicants, please apply online at careers-raycommedia.icims.com/jobs/3644/ news-producer/job and attach your resume and link to your most recent work. No phone calls please. EOE-M/F/D/V

(07-03-15)

BUREAU REPORTER/PHOTOGRAPHER
Alabama News Network, WAKA-CBS, WNCF-ABC is looking for a MULTI MEDIA JOURNALIST to handle the duties in an established news bureau. Duties include reporting, shooting and editing in our South Alabama newsroom. The qualified candidate must have knowledge of shooting with a digital camera and non-linear editing. Candidate must have an outgoing personality and willing to establish contacts within the communities. At least one year experience in television news required. A degree in Communications or related field preferred. Also, the company requires a good driving record. Please email resume to jobs@waka.com or mail to Human Resources, 4001 Carmichael Road, Suite 100, Montgomery, Alabama 36106. No phone calls please. EOE

(07-03-15)