All posts by Alabama Broadcasters

News Producer – WVUA, Birmingham

The University of Alabama seeks an experienced TV News Producer to assist in defining the daily needs of our viewers, provide “people centered” content, and use the latest technology to produce high quality broadcasts for the competitive Birmingham, AL television market. WVUA is a commercial TV station located in a brand new $17 million dollar state- of-the- art digital media center. U of A is one of only two universities in the nation with a commercial TV station, a nationally recognized public radio station, and a public TV production unit all under one roof. Salary commensurate with experience. This position offers health, dental and vision insurance, as well as retirement benefits. TIAA-CREF matching, vacation, holiday, and sick time accrual. Visit staff employment opportunities at jobs.ua.edu for more information. Job Close date 12/4/2014. EEO/AA The University of Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Employer.(12-4-14)

VideoJournalist – WHNT News 19, Huntsville

WHNT News 19 in Huntsville, Alabama, has an immediate opening for an experienced VideoJournalist. If you have a passion for visual storytelling, breaking news and covering severe weather, we have the perfect job opening for you. This is a great opportunity to work with an amazing team of journalists in an awesome community and for an innovative company. WHNT News 19 is owned by the Tribune Media Company.

This is a position for a videojournalist with a proven track record that includes the following:

-creative and award-winning shooting and editing on non-linear platforms
-aggressive response to breaking news
-skills to set up/shoot live shots using a variety of equipment including a full-size microwave truck
-tenacity to troubleshoot technical issues
-passion and skills to effectively post content on the station’s website in a timely manner
-responsible use social media to generate content and engage customers

Interested? Please email your weblinks, resume and references immediately to denise.vickers@whnt.com. If you must apply via snail mail, send to: Denise Vickers, VP of News, WHNT-TV, 200 Holmes Ave., Huntsville, AL 35801. No calls please.

WHNT News 19 is part of the Tribune Media Company. Interested candidates MUST also apply online: www.tribunemedia.com/?page_id=15562

(12-18-14)

Reporter/MMJ – WHNT News 19, Huntsville

WHNT News 19 in Huntsville, Alabama, has two openings for an experienced Multimedia Journalist. If the words smart, creative, motivated, and efficient describe you, we look forward to receiving your application. This is a great opportunity to work with an amazing team of journalists in an awesome community and for an innovative company. WHNT News 19 is owned by the Tribune Media Company.

This is a position for a reporter or multimedia journalist with a proven track record that includes the following:

-accurate reporting on a variety of subjects
-aggressive response to breaking news
-breaking stories that the competition doesn’t have
-generating enterprise story ideas on a daily basis
-write/produce clear, easy to understand stories
-delivering compelling on-air live shots & stand-ups
-ability to shoot and edit on non-linear platforms
-passion and writing skills to effectively post content on the station’s website in a timely manner
-responsible use of social media to generate content and engage customers

It’s not clear yet what shift the person hired for this position will work. It’ll be dependent on where your skills are best suited and the potential for other internal reassignments.

Interested? Please email your weblinks, resume and references immediately to denise.vickers@whnt.com. If you must apply via snail mail, send to: Denise Vickers, VP of News, WHNT-TV, 200 Holmes Ave., Huntsville, AL 35801. No calls please.

WHNT News 19 is part of the Tribune Media Company. Interested candidates MUST also apply online: www.tribunemedia.com/?page_id=15562

(12-18-14)

News Editor – WPMI/WJTC, Mobile

Category:
News
Position/Title:
EDITOR (Part Time)
Details:
WPMI/WJTC has an excellent opportunity for an experienced News Editor. Your duties will include editing videos for daily news coverage, special projects, and sweep period pieces. Also, taking in news feeds from news bureaus and various news organiztions. You will need to collaborate with anchors, reporters, and producers on video elements of newscasts. Meeting daily deadlines in a high-energy working enviornmnet is a must.
Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
11/14/2014
Closing Date:
12/14/2014
City:
Mobile – 36609
State:
Alabama
URL:
www.local15tv.com

Experience:
College degree or minimum 1 year of relative experience in the field required.
Requirements:
knowledge of Final Cut Pro and Avid NewsCutter XP editing technology is a definite plus. The ability to work with a multitude of people and personalities while maintaining a professional work enviornment is crutial.
Additional Information:
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

Contact:
Robert Noonan

Job posted by an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

(12-14-14)

Production Assistant – WEAR TV 3, Mobile-Pensacola

Category:
News
Position/Title:
Production Assistant (Part Time)
Details:
WEAR-TV3 has an immediate opening for a part-time Production Assistant. Primary duties include:
Operate Deko, Audio or Camera for our (Morning, Evening, Weekend) Newscast
Prep for newscasts including but not limited to:
oPrepare all fonts to air during newscast
oStudio and set preparation
oMaintaining studio
oLighting
oTape Editing for newscasts
oOther duties as assigned
Vacancy Type:
Part Time
Date Posted:
11/13/2014
Closing Date:
12/13/2014
City:
Pensacola – 32506
State:
Florida
Experience:
Prior news or studio production experience preferred, not required.
Requirements:
Applicants must be able to work very flexible hours including mornings, late afternoons, nights and weekends.
Additional Information:
This is an excellent advancement opportunity.
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

(12-13-14)

Digital Sales Specialist – WSFA 12 News, Montgomery

WSFA 12 News, a division of Raycom Media, is expanding its arsenal of marketing products to help address the needs of local businesses in the Digital Era. We deliver an innovative suite of digital tools that harness the power of web, mobile, text and social marketing to help local businesses engage with their potential customers. WSFA 12 News is launching an aggressive search for a new, tech-savvy Senior Digital Sales Specialist. The ideal candidate will have passion for digital marketing and innovation, business development experience, be independent, and thrive in a fast-paced environment and be motivated by the potential of earning a high income. This person will report to and assist the Digital Sales Manager in growing a team of Account Executives and their digital portfolios. If qualified, apply online at careers-raycommedia.icims.com/jobs/2861/digital-sales-specialist/job and submit resume. No phone calls please. EOE–M/F/D/V

(12-17-14)

On Air Operator – WVTM, Birmingham

Position: On Air Operator

Reports To: Engineering Manager

Job Description:
Hearst Television is looking for on air operators who are self-motivated, detail oriented, and a team player with strong interpersonal skills. On air operators are responsible for master control functions including monitoring multiple air channels, acquiring, ingesting and preparing content, executing playlists, maintaining regulatory compliance, assuring quality control of on air product, and documenting transmission events. This position will be located at WVTM in Birmingham, AL.

Job Responsibilities:
•Monitors multiple channels to ensure regulatory compliance and quality signals.
•Maintains program and transmitter logs.
•Executes, edits, updates, and appends playlists.
•Acquires content from various distributors.
•Prepares content for air.
•Reports equipment issues and transmission discrepancies.

Qualification Requirements:
•Operational knowledge and experience with master control activities and functions.
•Experience with master control automation preferred.
•Prior exposure to television station operations and newscast production a plus.
•Ability to learn specialized software applications.
•Aptitude for operating electronic equipment for broadcast and production requirements.
•Excellent attention to details skills.
•Strong computer skills.
•Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
•Can work flexible hours and shifts including holidays and weekends.

Education:
•College Degree in Broadcast Communications or related field preferred.

To Apply: Send resume to htvtechjobs@hearst.com

EOE
M/F/D/V

(12-17-14)

Maintenance Technician – WVTM, Birmingham

Position:Maintenance Technician

Job Description: Hearst Television is looking for experience broadcast maintenance technicians. The Maintenance Technician maintains the technical integrity of the station’s on-air signals and its equipment from acquisition to distribution. This position supports all station efforts in-house and on remote locations. This position will be located at WVTM in Birmingham, AL.

Job Responsibilities:

•Maintains digital transmitters, microwave central receive sites, satellite antenna systems, signal distribution and routing systems, processing systems, monitoring devices, and automation systems.
•Maintains production equipment including robotic camera system, production switcher, play out servers, graphics devices, lighting systems, weather graphics and weather systems, audio consoles, microphones, and IFBs.
•Maintains news-gathering equipment including ENG cameras, field gear, ENG, DSNG, and SNG trucks, editing systems, and support devices.
•Maintains support equipment including master and sub switchers, monitors, videotape machines, XDCAM decks, computer systems, microphones, and intercoms.
•Conducts troubleshooting, installation, research, documentation, and cabling tasks.

Qualification Requirements:

•Should have 2+ years of experience working as a maintenance technician at a commercial television station with extensive experience in maintaining and troubleshooting a wide variety of broadcast equipment,
•Must have a solid background in broadcast television systems, transmission, and satellite communications,
•Must have excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to repair equipment down to the circuit level,
•Must have knowledge of computers, computer systems, and networking,
•Must have advanced skill with video production, microwave systems, IT infrastructure, and station automation,
•Desired to have experience maintaining and troubleshooting digital broadcast transmitters,
•Desired to have experience with Autocad for system design and layout,
•Must be able to lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, work on rooftops and in confined spaces,
•Must be flexible to work various days and non-standard shifts as assigned,
•Must have the ability to work effectively with other team members and independently,
•Must be capable of following instructions, verbal and written,
•Must have the ability work with minimal supervision,
•Must have the ability to sit or stand for long periods of time, and
•Must have excellent vision (with or without corrective lenses) with ability to read and distinguish colors.

Education:

•Associates degree in electronic engineering or a minimum of two-years of an accredited technical electronics school equivalent.
•SBE CPBE (or better) certification a plus.

To Apply: Send resume to htvtechjobs@hearst.com
EOE
M/F/D/V

(12-17-14)

IT Manager – WVTM, Birmingham

Position: IT Manager

Reports To: Engineering Leader

Job Description: This position is responsible for managing the IT operation at a top 50 broadcast television station that is part of a corporate WAN. This position will be located at WVTM in Birmingham, AL.

Job Responsibilities:
•Manage all station IT operations including supervision and direction of IT support technicians
•Maintain LAN/IT infrastructure, installation and support of network hardware & software
•Consult with end users and install desktop, laptop and workstation computers based on an analysis of the end user’s needs
•Provide technical guidance and support to end users
•Consult with end users to determine and troubleshoot hardware, software and system problems,
•Advise on and perform upgrades, after consultation, tailored to the end user’s specific needs
•Analyze, advise and implement corporate data back-up, disaster recovery and security procedures
•Control and manage hardware and software inventory
•Design and integrate complex systems
•Occasional travel to two news bureau locations

Experience Requirements:
•Experience with all current Microsoft Windows desktop and server operating systems
•Experience with network and stand-alone printers and digital copiers
•Experience with mobile device support & connectivity
•Experience with Enterprise and web-based applications
•Experience with VPN, Cisco equipment, TCP/IP and subnets, NAS, LAN Management, MPLS and dedicated circuits

Qualifications Requirements:
•Seasoned IT professional with proven ethical work experience and the desire to succeed
•Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment with constant deadlines
•Minimum 5 years in LAN & WAN systems administration and management
•Demonstrate professional interpersonal and communication skills
•Possess the positive attitude of a collaborative team player
•Experience in the television broadcast setting is preferred
•Experience in management is preferred

Education:
•BS or BA in Computer Science, Information Science or Information Technology or an equivalent combination of training and real world work experience
•Microsoft, Cisco, HP, or other certifications preferred

To Apply: Send resume to htvtechjobs@hearst.com

(12-17-14)

Sales Professionals – WBHK FM, Birmingham

SummitMedia Birmingham radio station WBHK FM is looking for Full Time Sales Professionals. This is a position that involves the sale of advertising on air, on line and on site through sponsorship opportunities offered throughout the year. The candidate will be expected to establish relationships with clients that are strong enough for the client to converse comfortably with the seller and share their most pressing challenges with the sellers so that the seller will be able to bring back a well thought out solution for the client. Other responsibilities include: finding and acquiring new business opportunities, attending networking events and generally presenting a professional and polished image of the company they represent. Candidate will also work closely with internal departments (ie: programming, promotions, business and traffic) to help fulfill the client’s expectation with regard to all areas of their business relationship with the company.

Qualifications: The successful candidate must be flexible, personable and able to orchestrate sales and promotional plans developed for clients successfully. The successful candidate must also be organized, dependable, self-motivated and project a professional appearance and friendly demeanor. A valid driver’s license and background check is required.

Market: Birmingham

To Apply: If interested in applying for this position, please forward a resume to SummitMedia Sales Department, Attention: Natalie Smith, 2700 Corporate Drive, Suite 115, Birmingham, Alabama 35242, or forward electronically to helen.mitchell@summitmediacorp.com

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.

(12-17-14)