WSFA 12 News has an immediate opening for a part-time News Content Specialist. Education: College degree required from an accredited College or University, majoring in Communications or Journalism or be a junior or senior in college on course to graduate. Experience: Minimum 1-2 years experience with television broadcasting. Working with Panasonic P2 camera equipment, ENPS computer system as well as BitCentral non-linear editing is a plus. Skills/Abilities: Must be a strong writer, able to work teleprompter, studio camera, audio, switcher and contribute to wsfa.com, Twitter & Facebook. Must work well under pressure and daily deadlines. Must have good creative and editorial judgment and understand journalistic ethics and libel laws. Flexible work hours required, including holidays, weekends, evenings and possible overtime hours. Ability to lift loads up to 50 lbs. License/Certificates: Must have a clean driving record and possess a valid driver’s license. Work with producers, reporters, anchors and news team. Responsible for operating various news gathering equipment, including but not limited to, microwave live truck, video camera, and video editing equipment.
Please apply to careers-raycommedia.icims.com/jobs/2731/news-content-specialist/job and send resume, cover letter and link to your work. No phone calls please. EOE/M/F/D/V

(11-09-14)

Polished communications professional seeking position in broadcasting. News, programming, copywriting, traffic or a combination. I am currently in health care public relations with Quality of Life Health Services in Gadsden. In that role I write and deliver speeches and other public presentations concerning health care reform and the organization’s services. I also design, write and edit printed marketing materials. My previous experience in broadcasting includes work as a news reporter for several stations in Alabama and Georgia. I gained significant public relations experience in the retail industry developing and implementing a highly successful in store advertising program and writing and distributing press releases to promote “Community Safety Awareness Week.” I served as a volunteer media coordinator for a local church also writing and distributing press releases. My key skills are reaearch, writing and presenting. I recently wrote several scripts for potential commercials for Quality of Life. I can also serve as a voiceover actor and narrator. My contract infromation is (256) 553-4540 or paul35906@gmail.com.

Paul W. McWhorter
65 Dunaway Drive, Rainbow City, AL 35906 * (256) 553-4540 * paul35906@gmail.com

Job Target
News/Programming/Copywriting or combination.

Experience – Professional Communication
Consumer Assister, Quality of Life Health Services, Gadsden, AL (2013-Present) Temporary
•Wrote and delivered speeches and public presentations on health care reform and services offered by the organization.
•Designed, wrote and edited printed marketing materials.
•Provided on one customer service to several hundred patients seeking to enroll in health insurance plans and to access services offered by the organization.

Load Monitor-Public Relations Aide, Marshall County Commission, Guntersville, AL
•Monitored FEMA contractors for compliance with federal regulations.
•Assisted storm victims applying for government assistance by explaining Operation Clean Sweep in detail, determining eligibility and exploring alternative options for non-eligible property owners.

Sales Associate/Safety Coordinator/PA Announcer, Wal-Mart Stores, Attalla, AL (1989-1994)
•Developed and implemented highly successful in store advertising program, writing and delivering commercial ads over the PA system to generate sales.
•As safety and loss prevention coordinator, wrote and distributed press releases to local media to promote “Community Safety Awareness Week.” Also conducted group and one on one training sessions for employees on safety and loss prevention topics in addition to planning organizing and directing activities of the safety and loss prevention team.

Volunteer Media Coordinator, Church at Canoe Creek, Rainbow City, AL (1999)
•Wrote and distributed press releases to promote special events.

News Reporter, WIYN Radio, Rome, Georgia (1986)
News Reporter, WFHK Radio, Pell City, AL (1983)
News Intern, WKFX Radio, Rainbow City, AL (1983)
News Director, WEXP Public Radio, Gadsden, AL (1983)
•Gathered, wrote, edited and reported local news from a variety of sources.

Guest Columnist, Birmingham News, Gadsden Times, Anniston Star and Sand Mountain Reporter newspapers, from 2006 forward. Samples available.

Other Experience
Installation Technician, General Dynamics Network Systems, Birmingham, AL (2001)
Transport Driver, ADC Telecommunications, Birmingham, AL (1998-2001)
Production Laborer, Gold Kist Poultry, Boaz, AL (1994-1998)
Landscaper, Evergreen Landscaping (2007)
Custodian, Etowah County Schools, Gadsden, AL (2008)

And a variety of part time jobs……

Education
Majored in Sociology with minors in political science and English, Jacksonville State University,
Jacksonville, AL (2003-2009)

Certificate in Office Administration, Snead State Community College, Boaz, AL (2012)

A.A.S., Radio-TV Broadcasting, Gadsden State Community College, Gadsden, AL (1983)

Academic Honors
Alpha Kappa Delta – the Sociology honor society, Pi Sigma Alpha – the political science honor society, Phi Kappa Phi – national cross disciplinary honor society, Elliott Scholarship, Mulder Scholarship, Who’s Who Among Students in American Junior Colleges, President’s List, multiple semesters.

News Video Journalist. Applicant must be skilled in camera shooting and reporting and possess excellent writing and editing skills. Applicant must also be aggressive in getting to the bottom of stories and be able to shoot with a crew or individually.

A decision will be made as soon as possible. Qualified applicants should send a resume, references, and non-returnable DVD to Human Resources, 815 23rd Avenue, Meridian, MS 39302. Faxes may be directed to 601-693-9656. Emails may be sent to humanresources@wtok.com. Human Resources may also be contacted by phone at 601-693-1441. Pre-employment drug screening and MVR check required. WTOK-TV is a drug free workplace, equal opportunity employer and also participates in the Homeland Security E-Verify program.

Gray Television is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage members of minority groups and women to apply for this position. If you know of qualified applicants who may be interested in applying for this position, please refer them to us. If you know of other organizations that may be of assistance in our Equal Opportunity effort, please provide us with their names and addresses.

(11-07-14)

News Producer/ Video Journalist. Responsibilities include providing supervisory backup to News Assignment Desk, assisting with scheduling and story planning, booking and coordinating satellite times for SNG vehicle and setting up microwave live shots for newscasts. They must be able to demonstrate a creative use of live elements, graphics, teases and pacing. This person will also be responsible for updating and maintaining the news section of our station’s website during their shift. Applicant must also be skilled in camera shooting, reporting and possess excellent writing and editing skills. Applicant must also be aggressive in getting to the bottom of stories and be able to shoot with a crew or individually. A college degree and one year experience is preferred.

A decision will be made as soon as possible. Qualified applicants should send a resume, references, and non-returnable DVD to Human Resources, 815 23rd Avenue, Meridian, MS 39302. Faxes may be directed to 601-693-9656. Emails may be sent to humanresources@wtok.com. Human Resources may also be contacted by phone at 601-693-1441. Pre-employment drug screening and MVR check required. WTOK-TV is a drug free workplace, equal opportunity employer and also participates in the Homeland Security E-Verify program.

Gray Television is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage members of minority groups and women to apply for this position. If you know of qualified applicants who may be interested in applying for this position, please refer them to us. If you know of other organizations that may be of assistance in our Equal Opportunity effort, please provide us with their names and addresses.

(11-07-14)

MISSISSIPPI AUTHORITY FOR EDUCATIONAL TELEVISION
IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

TITLE OF POSITION: Associate Producer/Director (PIN 0286)

DEPARTMENT: Production

ANNUAL ENTRY SALARY: $25,043.90

JOB DUTIES INCLUDE:

MPB is seeking an Associate Producer/Director to assist in the production of broadcast and new media programming. Position requires familiarity in directing, producing, writing, lighting, small format video, editing and graphic arts. The incumbent will assist producers and directors and must make mature judgments and exhibit leadership potential for the assimilation of all details of the total production package, and must operate as a creative force within a team of production personnel.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Radio/Television/Film or a related field; (OR) Graduation from a standard four-year high school or equivalent (GED), (AND) four (4) years of experience in work related to the described duties; (OR) Above graduation from a standard four-year high school or equivalent (GED), related education and related experience may be substituted on an equal basis. This position is classified as State Service, Non-Exempt. See Web Site for complete description (www.mpbonline.org). SUBMIT: Applicants may apply online through the Mississippi State Personnel Board or mail the State of MS application, demo and references to Mississippi Public Broadcasting, Attn: Human Resources, 3825 Ridgewood Road, Jackson, MS 39211 received by October 22, 2014. Resumes not accepted in lieu of applications.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT:
MISSISSIPPI AUTHORITY FOR EDUCATIONAL TELEVISION
3825 RIDGEWOOD ROAD, JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI 39211

October 1, 2014 Cindy Stevenson, Human Resources Director 601-432-6273

(10-22-14)

CENTRAL ALABAMA TELEVISION STATION seeks Broadcast Engineer / IT Manager. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of increasingly responsible duties in the area of television broadcast engineering and a desire to excel.

Responsibilities:

•Operate and maintain the technical facility in a cost effective manner and in compliance with FCC rules and regulations.
•Provide management level support in technical operations related to television broadcasting.
•Ascertain need and implement installation, calibration, maintenance and repair of equipment.
•Complete projects by coordinating resources and timetables.

Knowledge / Skills:

•Working knowledge of television broadcast technical operations and equipment including audio, video, server based record and play systems (hardware and software), switching, storage systems, networking, routers, encoders, decoders, automation, microwave, fiber, satellite, RF principles, broadcast transmission equipment, and security.
•Three to five years television broadcast experience is required.
•College or technical school graduate is preferred; SBE certification a plus.
•Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve computer and technical problems at the component and system level.
•Ability to communicate clearly and easily with management, users, and vendors with varying levels of technical expertise regarding technical developments, issues and station operating needs.

This station is an Equal Opportunity Employer and non-smoking facility. Position is full time and available immediately.

If you would like to be considered for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter to:

Alabama Broadcasters Association
Attn: Sharon Tinsley
2180 Parkway Lake Drive
Hoover, Alabama 35244
Or email to stinsley@al-ba.com

(11-07-14)

Alabama Public Television (APT), the statewide educational and public television network of nine television stations and one radio station, seeks a full-time APT Producer (Technical Director, Producer, Video Journalist) for our Montgomery, AL studio.

For detailed requirements, please see posting under “Employment” at www.aptv.org. To apply, mail cover letter, resume and 3 professional references to: Human Resources Manager, 2112 11th Ave. S., #400, Birmingham, AL 35205 or e-mail to: tneeley@aptv.org by 10/14/14. NO PHONE CALLS/FAXES. APT is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

(10-14-14)

Alabama Public Television (APT), the statewide educational and public television network of nine television stations and one radio station, seeks a full-time APT Producer-Video Journalist for our Montgomery, AL studio.

For detailed requirements, please see posting under “Employment” at www.aptv.org. To apply, mail cover letter, resume and 3 professional references to: Human Resources Manager, 2112 11th Ave. S., #400, Birmingham, AL 35205 or e-mail to: tneeley@aptv.org by 10/14/14. NO PHONE CALLS/FAXES. APT is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

(10-14-14)

WHNT News 19 (CBS) in Huntsville, Alabama, is anticipating an opening for a Multimedia Producer.

We are looking for a creative, visionary producer with a proven track record. We want someone who is a fierce competitor and likes to win.

In addition to the standard duties of producers in the industry (write, gather information, select stories, decide order and treatment of stories), the producers of the WHNT NEWS 19 newsroom are responsible for developing an overall style and identity for their assigned newscast with a keen focus on building the station’s brand, “Taking Action, Getting Results.”

We’re not looking for show stackers, we’re looking for craftspeople who will bring a daily vision for their newscasts to the newsroom and a clear plan on how they’re going to deliver on that vision.

Core Job Functions:
•Writing: Consistently writing factual/accurate, clear, compelling, easy-to-understand, news stories and teases, making maximum use of video, graphics, live shots, and all the tools available to achieve superb story telling.
•Aggressive Response to Breaking News: On air, online, and on other platforms.
•Successfully Produce one or more Newscasts Daily: Newscasts should be executed with out on air errors and meet all deadlines prior to air, including timing of newscast, executing changes as needed
•Utilization of Graphics: Able to select appropriate graphics to help explain and showcase stories while reinforcing station branding, and enhancing storytelling by use and placement
•Suggestion & Development of Story Ideas: Coordinates with team to develop story ideas and offers innovative suggestions for story coverage, reduces repetition of stories from newscast to newscast, digs for new information to advance stories, generates unique content for assigned newscast, understands newscast audience make-up
•Brand Development: Each producer will be assigned responsibilities toward developing the “Taking Action, Getting Results” brand. Producers will research viewer-submitted “Action” stories to determine whether the station can help viewers get “Results.” Set up interviews, as needed, for reporters, anchors and photojournalists. Oversee story developments through to completion and on air execution.
•Produce Web Content: Each producer will be assigned specific daily responsibilities for updating the station website.
•Other duties as assigned.

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 to david.williams@whnt.com. If you must apply via snail mail, send to: David Williams, Assistant News Director, WHNT-TV, 200 Holmes Ave., Huntsville, AL 35801. No calls please.

(11-07-14)

WHNT News 19 is part of the Tribune Media Company. Candidates must apply online: www.tribunemedia.com/?page_id=15562

Multi-Media Journalist – 2 Local / 1 Bureau

WTVY, Dothan’s #1 rated news station has an immediate opening for a Multimedia Journalist.
Primary responsibilities include writing, shooting and editing for stories to be run in news programming on three networks.
Strong live skills and producing experience is a plus. Knowledge of Panasonic P2 camera, edius and INews is also a plus. WTVY covers counties in three states; Alabama, Florida and Georgia.
Our primary DMA is in Southeast Alabama. WTVY 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 28 hours of live news per week. One year of commercial or university experience preferred.
Dothan is in the southeastern corner of Alabama, just 80 miles from the white sand beaches of Panama City and Destin, FL. If you’d like to work in a great community where the cost of living is very low but the quality of life is high, email your resume and video link to:
Interested individuals should email their resume, references and a link to your most recent reel to: kim@wtvy.comOr overnight to:

Kim Allen
News Director
285 N. Foster St.
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 is absolutely necessary and a good driving record is a plus for obtaining this position.

This job announcement remains in effect for a period of 45 days after the posting date listed above and will be re-issued if the position is not filled within that time

(11-15-14)