Category:
News
Position/Title:
Producer
Details:
It’s a brand new look at WIAT 42 News in Birmingham, Alabama! This is an excellent opportunity to join a team that is expanding and growing. The investment has been made in a completely remodeled newsroom, state of the art WSI weather system, new AVID editing and a network quality studio to deliver the very best to the viewers of Central Alabama. We are devoted to bring in the best staff to grow our newly outfitted station!

Description
JOB SUMMARY: The producer delivers and contributes accurate, visual, news content across all media platforms.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
* Responsible for evaluating stories; organizing them into a cohesive sequence within a newscast or digital content for the web.
* Oversees writing, production, and timing of broadcast or on-line publication.
* Define strategic direction for content coverage to meet business objectives.
* Manage news room, contribute to the editorial process and make solid decisions in breaking news situations.
* Monitor postproduction processes to ensure accurate completion of details.
* Execute strategies that engage and grow audiences across all digital devices.
* Write, produce and edit material that appeals to target audiences.
* Research production topics using the internet, video archives, and other information sources.

Specialized Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
* Must be able to interact well with video journalists, anchors, videographers, news managers, production and engineering staff.
* Detail oriented; proficient in non-linear editing.
* Excellent verbal, written, grammar and analytical skills.
* Strong news judgment, journalistic integrity and understanding of viewer needs and expectations.
* Knowledge of media production, communication and dissemination techniques and methods, including alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
* Ability to meet quality standards for service & evaluate customer satisfaction.
* Proficient in non-linear editing.
Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
8/6/2014
Closing Date:
11/6/2014
URL:
wiat.com/wiat-42-careers/

Experience:
Education/Experience: Bachelors Degree in Communications, TV/film or equivalent experience may substitute + 5 years experience in television or radio broadcast/production.

Training/Equipment: Utilize state-of-the-art television technology; MS Outlook, E-mail.
Requirements:
Work Environment/Physical Requirements: High stress environment with deadline pressures. Some travel may be required on an occasional basis.

NOTE: This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.

********* EOE/MINORITIES/FEMALES/VETERANS/DISABLED *********
Contact:
Apply online at wiat.com/wiat-42-careers/

Job posted by an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

(11-06-14)

Alabama News Network is seeking a News Producer for the CBS affiliate, WAKA/CBS-8 and the ABC affiliate WNCF/ABC Montgomery in Montgomery, AL to work in our fast-paced local news organization. Ideal candidate must be a self-starter who will do what it takes to produce the news. Schedule may vary each week. At least one year experience as a news producer is required. A College Degree in Broadcast Journalism preferred. Please send resume, cover letter, DVD or link to Human Resources, Alabama News Network, 4001 Carmichael Road, Suite 100, Montgomery, AL 36106, or email to jobs@waka.com. No phone calls, please. EOE

(09-08-14)

WSFA 12 News and Raycom Media are searching for a dynamic reporter to lead our coverage of statewide news from the Alabama capital. The successful candidate will report daily on WSFA/Montgomery, WBRC/Birmingham, WAFF/Huntsville and WTVM/Columbus–all part of the Raycom News Network in Alabama. We are looking for someone with previous experience and interest in political and public policy journalism. Developing contacts, breaking stories and leading investigations with statewide impact are a must. Candidates should have MMJ skills and a proven track record doing multiple live reports on a daily basis. Time management is critical as is the ability to turn stories quickly for multiple newscasts. Some statewide travel will also be part of this job. The reporter will be expected to provide expert analysis of complicated statewide issues and will play a large role in election coverage. We have built a large social media following and expect this reporter to have demonstrable digital skills including experience writing long-form digital stories, working with Twitter followers and Facebook fans. This is a unique opportunity for a reporter looking to quickly make an impact on market leading news operations. If qualified, please apply to: careers-raycommedia.icims.com/jobs/2515/reporter-mmj/job and submit resume with your application and links to your work. No phone calls please. EOE-M/F/D/V

(09-08-14)

Are you a shooting star? If so, WHNT NEWS 19, the CBS affiliate in the Rocket City (Huntsville, Alabama), has an immediate opening for a full-time Multimedia Videojournalist. If the words innovative, creative, self-motivated, and smart describe you, we look forward to receiving your application.

Please note: This position is primarily assigned to cover the Shoals area of our market (Lauderdale, Colbert and Franklin Counties), the MMJ would be required to reside in one of those counties.

A Reporter/Multimedia Journalist must be able to shoot & edit digital video, report/write on a variety of subjects, produce packages and deliver creative, credible on-air live shots & stand-ups.

WHNT News 19 is owned by the Tribune Media Company. This is a great opportunity to work for a great station and innovative company. What we’re lacking is you!

Core Job Functions:

•confidently and skillfully shoot & edit digital video
•accurately report on a variety of subjects
•write/produce clear, easy to understand stories including producing packages
•deliver creative, compelling, credible on-air live shots & stand-ups
•willingness and ability to set up own live shots using broadband technology
•passion to post and support the station’s web and social media sites

We don’t have time to hold your hand. If you’re not already doing these things successfully, please do not waste your time.

Interested? Please email your resume, links to your work and references to denise.vickers@whnt.com. If you must snail mail your materials, send them to: Denise Vickers, VP of News, WHNT-TV, 200 Holmes Ave., Huntsville, AL 35801

WHNT News 19 is part of the Tribune Media Company. We encourage you to also apply online: www.tribunemedia.com/?page id=15562

(09-08-14)

WTVY, Dothan’s #1-rated television station, is looking for its next Sports Director. If you love local sports, this is the job for you. We cover everything from youth sports to the SEC, spanning three states. We’ve got the resources, the staff and the tradition. Now, we’re looking for someone to join our team and take our product to an even higher level.
WTVY-TV is the top-rated station in the market. We have the resources to back it up, with a live truck, satellite truck and three backpack live units. WTVY features the largest news staff in the market, with nearly 30 people, including three in sports.
We’re not looking for someone to rack up national highlights. This is a job for someone with talent, creativity, strong organizational skills and a desire to lead. We’re looking for the stories you won’t see on the AP wire.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities Include:
Lead a 3-person department
Anchor three shows per day over two separate networks; WTVY (CBS) and WRGX (NBC)
Coordinate with news department to cover most important stories of the day, sometimes with team coverage
Producing and co-hosting our award-winning 35-minute H.S. Football program, Friday Night Football
Producing and hosting our 20-minute college football program, GameNight, on Saturday nights
Strong reporting skills
Camera presence & strong vocal skills are imperative
Strong writing, shooting, editing and live skills is essential for this position
Make connections within the community to generate exclusive sports content & consistent local product on all platforms
Excellent social media skills – Facebook and Twitter are a huge part of our daily routine
Ability to produce on air and online – our web component is a vital connection with our viewers
Promotes teamwork and maintains attitude of cooperation with all station personnel
Knowledge of Panasonic P2 cameras, Edius, Sonic Foundry Vegas and INews is also a plus
Some Travel Required
Some lifting of heavy camera equipment required
Some weekend and holiday work required
Bottom line; we’re looking for someone to lead an award-winning department, develop and execute a plan for extraordinary sports coverage and help us continue the tradition of excellence we’ve built in this community over 60 years. At least two years of commercial experience is required.
Send resume to the attention of:
News Director
Mr. Kim Allen
285 N. Foster Street
Dothan, AL 36303.
Materials may also be emailed to kim@wtvy.com. 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.
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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.

(09-15-14)

MISSISSIPPI AUTHORITY FOR EDUCATIONAL TELEVISION
IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

TITLE OF POSITION: Senior Producer/Director (PIN 0231)

DEPARTMENT: News & Public Affairs

ANNUAL SALARY: Competitive

JOB DUTIES INCLUDE:

Mississippi Public Broadcasting is seeking an experienced multimedia journalist to join our award winning news team. This person will produce NPR-style news stories and features on issues of local and regional interest. Candidates should be comfortable and competent with social media and reporting on multiple platforms. The ideal candidate should be a self-starter with strong news judgment who’s enterprising and capable of generating story ideas. This position is also responsible for producing long form, sound rich features for insertion into daily newscast. The reporter may be asked to anchor newscasts and host programs. Applicant must have expertise in news-gathering, writing, editing and radio production for short-form and long form-reports. Ideally would be familiar with public radio news programming
Mississippi Public Broadcasting is an eight station statewide network. The network has been honored with four National Edward R. Murrow awards for excellence in broadcast journalism.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A Master’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Radio/Television/Film or a directly related field (AND) two (2) years of experience in work directly related to the above-described duties; (OR) A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Radio/Television/Film or a directly related field (AND) three (3) years of experience in work directly related to the above-described duties; (OR) Graduation from a standard four-year high school or equivalent (GED), (AND) seven (7) years of experience in work directly related to the above-described duties; (OR) Above graduation from a standard four-year high school or equivalent (GED), directly related education and related experience may be substituted on an equal basis. This position is classified as State Service, Exempt. See Web Site for compete description (www.mpbonline.org). SUBMIT Applicants may apply online through the Mississippi State Personnel Board or mail the State of MS application to Mississippi Public Broadcasting, Attn: Human Resources, 3825 Ridgewood Road, Jackson, MS 39211 received by August 8, 2014. Resumes not accepted in lieu of applications.

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

July 27, 2014 Cindy Stevenson, Human Resources Director 601-432-6273

(08-08-14)

MISSISSIPPI AUTHORITY FOR EDUCATIONAL TELEVISION
IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

TITLE OF POSITION: Online Editor Senior (PIN 0190)

DEPARTMENT: Production

ANNUAL ENTRY SALARY: Competitive

JOB DUTIES INCLUDE:

Mississippi Public Broadcasting is looking to fill the position of Online Editor. Online editing includes working on the assembly of major local programs, with focus towards final stages of postproduction. Working with computer graphics software to create still photographs and animated sequences, adding title key effects, and video color correction for visual aesthetics as well as to meet technical specifications of the FCC, PBS and NTSC in creating the highest quality broadcast standards. Editing with Adobe Premiere CC, as well as Final Cut 7 and AVID required. Basic linear tape to tape editing/dubbing maybe be required occasionally. Basic Adobe AfterEffects and Photoshop skills required. Works closely with Producer, Directors, and Art Department personnel in accomplishing production goals. On occasion, may be needed to fill in as Technical Director/switcher or video shading operator (CCU) in the studio or the remote truck. Keeps up to date on the latest HD DTV standards, as well as file formats and codecs. Helps with media management on ProMax SAN and Avid Unity servers as well as producer assigned portable drives. Assists in preparing final master of on-lined shows with post-audio and closed caption departments. Assists in encoding media for mobile and web distribution.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

An Associate’s Degree from an accredited two-year college in a related field; (AND) four (4) years of experience in work directly related to the above-described duties; (OR) Graduation from a standard four-year high school or equivalent (GED), (AND) six (6) years of experience in work directly related to the above-described duties. This position is classified as State Service, 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 to Mississippi Public Broadcasting, Attn: Human Resources, 3825 Ridgewood Road, Jackson, MS 39211 received by August 18, 2014. Resumes not accepted in lieu of applications

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

July 30, 2014 Cindy Stevenson, Human Resources Director 601-432-6273

(08-18-14)

Category:
Production
Position/Title:
Part Time Camera Operator

Details:
Local 15 WPMI-TV is seeking a part time morning camera operator. Applicants must be able to work early weekday mornings.

Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
7/29/2014
Closing Date:
8/29/2014
City:
Mobile – 36609
State:
Alabama
URL:
www.Local15tv.com

Experience:
TV studio production experience in a fast paced news environment is preferred.
Requirements:

Job requirements include operation of studio cameras and floor directing.

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

(08-29-14)

The Alabama News Network made up of CBS8, ABC Montgomery, CW Montgomery, MeTV and The Heartland Network produces 30 hours of local news a week and we are looking for an experienced, creative and technically proficient Director/TD. This position requires excellent communication and organizational skills. Must work well under pressure and be capable of executing an error-free newscast production. Essential component is to be an excellent team player and a team leader. Position requires calling and switching multi-camera, graphic intensive newscasts.

Duties: Directing weekday / weekend newscasts and directing personnel in pre-production and execution of show content. Must be able to work mornings, nights, weekends, holidays and overtime as needed. Additionally, position will be responsible for training for certain aspects for all directors for the different shows. This person will be in charge of guiding the production of programs for the station. Direct in-house and remote interview segments both live and live to tape as needed. Act as a liaison between control room staff and engineering dept. on any technical issues relating to the newscast production.

Qualifications: Experience in operation of various broadcast equipment including but not limited to: video switchers, cameras, video servers, and character generators. A general understanding of studio lighting techniques, set creation and studio technical operations.
Proven experience with Ross Vision with Overdrive switcher including knowledge of effects-building, DME’s, macros, file maintenance and frame memory. Experience working with server based playback systems and multi-channel graphic generators.

Education: College degree or 1-3 years experience directing live and recorded multi-camera shows or related Master Control experience. Please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@waka.com or mail to HR Manager, 4001 Carmichael Road, Suite 100, Montgomery, AL 36106. No phone calls, please. EOE

(08-30-14)

SummitMedia LLC, Birmingham is currently seeking a Local Sales Manager to join their highly successful group of radio stations. This position is responsible for creating and driving local revenue of the station. Duties include but are not limited to developing, strategizing and executing a comprehensive sales plan designed to achieve local revenue goals, training and developing a talented sales staff, monitoring local sales activities on the station, and making client calls with the sales staff.

Ideal candidate must have the following:
-A minimum of four years of experience in radio sales with a demonstrated ability to develop and drive revenue.
-Prior experience in preparation of local marketing proposals.
-Ability to manage individual sellers and train sellers on techniques in successful selling.
-Experience with assisting sellers in finding and developing local direct clients
-Experience with Non-traditional revenue and Digital sales is required. .
-Knowledge of Tapscan, and Scarborough Research is required.

If interested in applying for this position please forward a resume to:
SummitMedia Birmingham 2700 Corporate Drive Suite 115 Birmingham, AL. 35242
Attn: Helen Mitchell or email 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.

(08-29-14)