Multimedia Journalist

Department: News

POSITION SUMMARY:

Demonstrated ability to perform live, on-scene reporting making use of taped inserts and live interviews. Complete daily videotaped stories to deadline. Establish news contacts/sources in coverage area. Generate story ideas. Coordinate ideas for series/special reports. Interview news sources to obtain material for reports. Produce high quality news video and sound with the ability to edit the material for broadcast. Care for and maintain all assigned equipment including basic vehicle care. Safely and courteously operate station news vehicle at all times. Respond quickly and enthusiastically to all news assignments. Utilize social media such as Facebook and Twitter to post stories and generate interaction with our audience. Write content for ABC 33/40 website.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. College degree in Journalism, Mass Communications, or equivalent work experience.

2. Minimum of 2 years TV news reporting experience preferred. Background in news photography preferred..

3. Able to maneuver heavy equipment successfully in the field, particularly on sites with difficult accessibility.

4. Geographic knowledge of coverage area.

5. Strong packaging, writing and communication skills.

6. Able to attend work regularly.

7. Available to work irregular hours, weekends, and holidays.

8. Possession of a valid Driver’s License and able to operate company vehicles in a safe manner.

9. Capable of handling the physical and mental requirements including:

· Ability to understand and orally communicate in English;

· Ability to read computer monitor information (words and data);

· Ability to hear detailed spoken communication;

· Ability to remain sedentary;

· Ability to perform manual dexterity tasks with hands, fingers;

· Ability to analyze data, concentrate, reason, and write; and

· Ability to perform under emotional stress.

Alabama’s ABC 33/40
Human Resources Department
800 Concourse Pkwy – Suite 200
Birmingham, AL 35244

Or email us at hr@abc3340.com or fax your resume to 205-982-3928

No Phone Calls Please

It is the Station’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, national, origin, sex, or other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state or local law, in all personnel actions including recruitment, evaluation, selection, promotion, compensation, training and termination. Also it is the Station’s policy to promote the realization of equal employment opportunity through a positive, continuing program of specific practices designed to ensure the full realization of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex and any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.

(08-06-14)

Category:
Production
Position/Title:
Morning Audio Operator

Details:
Local 15 WPMI-TV is seeking a Morning Audio Operator. Operator’s main responsibility will be to maintain and run all studio audio equipment that is required for a live or taped show. Candidate will also be a studio camera operator during the week along with certain production responsibilities.

Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
7/2/2014
Closing Date:
8/31/2014
City:
Mobile – 36609
State:
Alabama
URL:
www.Local15tv.com

Experience:
Should have background in audio based operation and work in pressure situations. Technical experience preferred.

Requirements:
Other responsibilities will include graphics work in creating on air graphics for newscast, directing broadcast segments and possibly some video editing of news stories and commercial production. Candidate will also possibly be used for live or taped on location events.

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

(08-31-14)

News Content Specialist (PT) – Successful candidate will perform traditional production assistant duties (chyron, audio, studio camera, and teleprompter) as well as newsroom duties including editing, assigning/dispatching and posting to our website. This is an exciting position with great potential for upward mobility. Flexible schedule required. College Degree and/or relevant experience preferred. Must be able to work nights, weekends, holidays, extra hours, etc. Must have the ability to drive. Please send your resume and links to your work to; careers-raycommedia.icims.com/jobs/2386/news-content-specialist/job. No phone calls or faxes please. EOE-M/F/D/V

(08-06-14)

Reporter/Anchor – WBRC is seeking a weekend anchor and weekday reporter to join one of the strongest local news teams in the Southeast. We need an experienced journalist who knows how to tell great stories from the anchor desk and LIVE from the field. The successful candidate must have a work history that includes breaking news coverage and in-depth reporting on significant issues to a local community. We also need someone who knows how to manage storytelling on multiple platforms (web and social media). Must be able to work nights, weekends, holidays, extra hours, etc. Must have a valid driver license. College degree in journalism or a related experience required. Please send your resume and links to your work to; careers-raycommedia.icims.com/jobs/2300/reporter-anchor/job. No phone calls or faxes please. EOE-M/F/D/V

(08-06-14)

The University of Alabama, on behalf of the Center for Public Television and Radio and WVUA-TV, seeks applications from dynamic individuals interested in assuming a leadership position as Director of Engineering and Technical Services, headquartered in the University’s newly completed Digital Media Center. Housed within the University’s Bryant Denny Stadium, the DMC opened this year as the new home for the University’s professional media assets and a state-of-the-art, hands-on laboratory for students. Comprised of Alabama Public Radio, the Center for Public Television, and WVUA-TV, the DMC engages faculty, staff and students in the production of award-winning, multi-media programming designed to inspire, educate, and inform Alabamians.

This position functions as chief engineer and technology officer for: Alabama Public Radio, a public radio network reaching approximately 80 percent of the state; the Center for Public Television, a production center for both non-commercial and commercial multi-media series and specials; and WVUA-TV, one of just two full power commercial stations in the country licensed to a university. The position is required to maintain a high operational standard relative to technological innovation, strategic investigation of current and emerging distribution platforms, maintenance and upkeep of various broadcast and computer technologies, compliance with FCC broadcast regulations and general knowledge of digital broadcast, mobile, computer and online industries. As a member of the senior management team, the position is a hands-on leader who supervises, trains and evaluates a staff of broadcast, operations, and IT engineers and technicians in keeping all facilities in top-notch condition and positioned for future development. Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of six years of broadcast operations and advanced technology experience required. Visit UA’s employment website at jobs.ua.edu for more information and to apply. Closing date 07/31/2014. EOE/AA

(07-31-14)

Alabama News Network / WAKA/CBS-8 TV and WNCF/ABC Montgomery in Montgomery, Alabama is looking for a full time Assignment Manager. The qualified candidate will be responsible for all facets of the news assignment desk. As an Assignment Manager, the candidate must possess capable leadership skills within the entire news department. Duties include news staff scheduling, making beat-checks, monitoring scanner traffic, answering phones, getting information and developing stories. The candidate should be detail-oriented and well organized and also able to handle multiple tasks. Good news judgment and strong communication skills are a must. As a News Manager, candidate should be able to supervise at various times.

The primary work schedule will be dayside weekdays, but candidate must be flexible to work nights and weekends when needed. Please email resume to jobs@waka.com or mail to Human Resources, WAKA, 4001 Carmichael Road, Suite 100, Montgomery, Alabama 36106. No phone calls please. EOE

(08-06-14)

PAUL MARTIN ROST
1004 Gramercy Drive
Midland, GA 31820
(334) 530-9721 cell

Professional Experience

2010-2014
WMCF-TV (TBN)
300 Mendel Parkway West
Montgomery, AL 36117
Chief Engineer. Responsible for transmitter and studio facility. Assist with production.

2005-2007
WRBL-TV (CBS)
1350 13th Ave.
Columbus, GA 31901
Chief Engineer. Responsible for all aspects of running the Engineering Department. Including all maintained, scheduling, payroll, budgeting, and transmitter installation.

1999-2005
WLWT-TV (NBC)
1700 Young Street
Cincinnati, Ohio 45210
Maintenance Supervisor and Chief Operator. Responsible for maintaining all equipment in the station and transmitter facility.

1998-1999
KSTS-TV (Telemundo)
San Jose, California 95131
Chief Engineer. Responsible for the proper functioning of all engineering matter – budgets and repair of the UHF transmitter.

1992-1998
WCPO-TV (Scripps Howard Television)
500 Central Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Maintenance Engineering Supervisor. Responsible for the proper functioning and maintenance of all equipment at the station. Also order parts so the equipment will be repaired properly and quickly.

1990-1992
Instant Replay Video Productions
1349 E. McMillan
Cincinnati, Ohio 45206
Assistant Chief Engineer. Responsible for the proper functioning and maintenance of all post-production equipment; including Grass 200 Switchers, A62 disc recorders, Harry paint system, A53 DVE, Mirage, Beta SP tape machines and 1” tape machine.

1968-1990
WCET-TV
Cincinnati, OH 45214

1981-1990
Assistant Chief Engineer. Responsible for the proper functioning and maintenance of all equipment in compliance with FCC rules and regulations. Responsible for the operation of the station transmitter. Scheduled all engineers work hours and assignments. Responsible for making out the engineering budget. Conducted in-service.

1972-1981
Remote Production Supervisor. Supervised all technical aspects of over 1,000 remote telecasts including scouting, setup, and tear down. Also responsible for all maintenance on the remote truck.

1968-1972
Television Engineer. Acquired expertise in all aspects of audio and video production, equipment operation and maintenance.

Education

New York Technical Institute
Associate of Science in Electronic Engineering
Western Hills High School
Cincinnati, Ohio
High School Diploma
United States Army Signal Corps School
Ft. Monmouth, N.J.
Career Track Management Skills Workshops (1987-1989)

Attended schools for the following types of equipment: Ampex VPR-2B, VPR-6, VPR-80, Sony BVH-2000, BVH-3100, Sony Betacam School, BVW-75, Ikegami HL-79A, HL-79DAL, HK357, HL-57, HK-323, and BTS Graphics Five-Character Generator, Panasonic DVC- PRO. Comark TransmitterSchool.

Military

United States Army, 1966-1968. Honorable Discharge. Served 22 months in Viet Nam; 10 months in charge of a microwave site, and 12 months assigned to a company going between sites to repair equipment others could not repair. Worked with AFVN television network during off-duty hours.
Certification/Honors
1982
OEB Award – for “Zoo Zoo Zoo”
Engineering Excellence
1979
Ohio Academy of Television – Emmy Nominations
“Elixir of Love”, for videotape editing.

References

Ralph Weber Bill FittsWiely Boswell
(941) 957-5485(650) 320-9800(334) 546-1319

(08-06-14)

Category:
News
Position/Title:
Newscast Producer – Full Time

Details:
WEAR, the ABC affiliate in Pensacola, Florida, has an immediate opening for a Newscast Producer. The person we are seeking must have solid news judgment, news broadcast writing experience, news video editing experience, and the capability to use computers and keyboards on a daily basis.

Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
6/27/2014
Closing Date:
7/27/2014
City:
Pensacola – 32506
State:
Florida

Experience:
Minimum 2 years experience required.

Requirements:
Drug test required. SBG is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace.

Additional Information:
Must be flexible and be able to work evenings/weekends.

Contact:
Apply online by going to www.weartv.com. While completing the on line application, please include a recent web link of your work. If you do not have a recent web link of your work, please apply online and then submit a non-returnable DVD to: Associate Producer Vacancy, WEAR-TV, 4990 Mobile Highway, Pensacola, FL 32506.

Job posted by an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

(07-27-14)

Digital Content Producer – WBRC is seeking a digital content producer for MyFoxAL.com. The ideal candidate is a creative, enthusiastic and solution-oriented journalist able to handle breaking news. Qualities desired: A journalism background with excellent web writing skills and proficiency in AP style, strong communication skills (both verbal and written) and a solid grasp of basic computer skills. Candidates must also be able to creatively communicate with viewers/users on social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, Google+, and Instagram. An interest in learning and experimenting with new social media platforms is a plus. Must be self-directing, self-motivating and able to work well with a diverse group of people in a newsroom environment. Must be able to work nights, weekends, extra hours, holidays, etc. HTML, Photoshop, digital video editing, and WorldNow Producer content management system experience helpful. To apply, please send your resume and links to your work to; careers-raycommedia.icims.com/jobs/2361/digital-content-producer/job. No phone calls or faxes please. EOE-M/F/D/V

(07-30-14)

The Alabama News Network made up of CBS8, ABC Montgomery, CW Montgomery, MeTV and Heartland produces 30 hours of Local News a week. We have an opening for an Executive Producer. This position will over-see each newscast for Alabama News Network and help lead us into the next level in our 6 million dollar state of the art News facility. This position requires working closely with each producer and other news managers. The candidate will be able to maintain editorial control by supervising each producer on a daily basis. The candidate will be able to produce by filling in when needed. Other responsibilities include producing special projects, scheduling producers and taking part in editorial meetings. Strong leadership skills are a must. Candidate must have at least three years experience of producing a daily newscast. 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

(07-29-14)