All posts by Alabama Broadcasters

Traffic/Sales Assistant – WTOK, Meridian MS

WTOK-TV is accepting applications for the position of a full time Traffic and Sales Assistant. This position will be responsible for daily scheduling of commercial copy on station logs as well as assist in the administrative duties of the Sales Department and General Manager as assigned.

The position will also assist Account Executives in preparing proposals and PowerPoint presentations for their sales efforts. Candidates should possess excellent computer skills, be proficient in Microsoft Office and similar software, and have the ability to learn and master proprietary broadcast software and systems. Candidate must have excellent communication, organizational and time management skills and work under tight deadlines. Candidate must be detailed oriented, resourceful, a team player, and reliable. Experience in a broadcast environment is preferred, but not required.

To apply, contact Rachel Sloan, Human Resources, WTOK-TV 815 23rd Ave, Meridian, MS 39301 or email humanresources@wtok.com.

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. (06-22-14)

Regional Sales Senior Account Executive – WCOV, Montgomery

WCOV-TV, Montgomery’s FOX Affiliate, is seeking a Regional Sales Senior Account Executive. If you are a skilled, successful agency negotiator with a proven record of growing transactional business, we have a great opportunity available.

Job Summary
The right candidate for this position will be a talented sales professional who is enthusiastic, self-motivated, detail oriented, and able to use the power of Fox Television to help clients achieve their business objectives through effective television advertising.

Job Requirements
• Three to five years television sales/management experience with an emphasis on developing and negotiating agency business
• Ability to correspond and negotiate with regional buyers, research, clearly communicate program changes, order status, make good options, preemptions, avails, copy instructions, and discrepancies within tight deadlines
• Travel to visit buyers/clients in and out of market
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Proficiency in WideOrbit Traffic and Avail System is a plus
• A valid driver’s license and proof of insurance is required
• A college degree is preferred

WCOV-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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

WCOV-TV
Attention: Kathy
One WCOV Avenue
Montgomery, Alabama 36111
Email: kathy@wcov.com
Or fax to (334) 288-5414

(07-15-14)

News Editor (part time) – Local 15 News, Mobile

Category:
News
Position/Title:
News Editor

Details:
Local 15 News is seeking a part time Editor. You will be responsible for editing video for daily news coverage, special reports, and sweep period pieces. You will take in news feeds from news bureaus and various news organizations. You should be able to collaborate with anchors, reporters, and producers on video elements of newscasts. Meeting daily deadlines in a high-energy working environment is a must.

Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
5/14/2014
Closing Date:
6/14/2014
City:
Mobile – 36609
State:
Alabama
URL:
www.local15tv.com

Experience:
At least 1 year.

Requirements:
College degree or minimum 1 year relative experience in the News field. Knowledge of EDIUS editing technology is a definite plus. Ability to work with a multitude of people and personalities while maintaining a professional work environment is cruticial.

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 (06-14-14)

News Editor – Local 15 News, Mobile

Category:
News
Position/Title:
News Editor

Details:
Local 15 News is seeking a full time News Editor. You will be responsible for daily news coverage, special reports, and sweep period pieces. You will take in news feeds from news bureaus and various news organizations. You should be able to collaborate with anchors, reporters, and producers on video elements of newscasts. Meeting daily deadlines in a high-energy working environment is a must.

Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
5/14/2014
Closing Date:
6/14/2014
City:
Mobile – 36609
State:
Alabama
URL:
www.Local15tv.com

Experience:
At least 1 year.

Requirements:
College degree or minimum of 1 year relative experience in the News field required. Knowledge of EDIUS editing technology is a definite plus. Ability to work with a multitudeof people and personalities while maintaining a professional work environment is cruticial.

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 (06-14-14)

Web/Digital Content Producer – Alabama Public Television

Alabama Public Television (APT) is seeking an experienced online producer to lead the content development, production, content organization/structure and ongoing maintenance for its Education website. The ideal candidate will have the requisite creative and technical skills to build upon APT’s existing presence on the Internet through the development and maintenance of ongoing content initiatives including the production and distribution of ongoing branded content, the creation of interactive and multimedia features, design improvements, and maintenance of back-end systems.

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in communications, digital media, journalism, media arts, or a related field, 2-3 years design and editorial experience, ability to manage the creation of digital content from concept through to delivery, experience with web storytelling, graphic design and motion graphics, strong written & verbal communication, design & technical skills.

Preferred Skills: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Basic HTML; CSS, Flash and other relevant technology skills, working knowledge of social network platforms, their associated metrics platforms and Google Analytics, digital motion graphics, video editing and production, experience working in an educational setting and/or in the production of educational content.

To apply, email cover letter, resume, 3 professional references, and links to 3 Web samples to: tneeley@aptv.org by 6/10/14. For full position description, visit www.aptv.org “Employment”. NO PHONE CALLS/FAXES. APT is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. (06-10-14)

Meteorologist – WSFA 12 News, Huntsville

To: All Community Contacts
From: Personnel Coordinator
Date: May 7, 2014Post Immediately
Posting Closed: May 21, 2014

JOB TITLE:Meteorologist

WSFA 12 News in Montgomery, Alabama is looking for a full-time Meteorologist. Applicant should have at least two years experience working as a meteorologist, have a Meteorology & or Atmospheric Science degree and should have excellent verbal and written communication skills. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to present weather 5 days a week. This is not a report 3 days, forecast weather two days position. Full working knowledge of WSI/MAX products & Live Wire, GIMP, is a plus. Strong, creative graphics building skills are required to maximize signature graphics to tell your weather story in every weathercast. The candidate should also have strong reporting skills (storytelling/photography/editing) as well to complete a weekly franchise assignment. Severe weather experience is a must. Central Alabama is a hotbed for severe weather and the candidate must be ready for all situations. Candidate must be able to communicate in a calm and reassuring manner during very stressful situations. Accurate weather forecasting with a strong science background should be demonstrated. A creative, fresh presentation as well as severe weather examples should be included on any demo reel submitted. Candidate must bring professionalism, energy, confidence and personality to our newscasts and our newsroom. These responsibilities and skills apply on-air, all social media platforms as well as wsfa.com, facebook & Twitter. College degree and AMS or NWA Seal of Approval required. Please send a cover letter resume with references & a link to your work explaining why we should hire you to: Apply to: careers-raycommedia.icims.com No phone calls please. EOE/M/F/D/V (05-21-14)

Local Sales Assistant – WZDX Fox 54, Huntsville

Date:May 8, 2014

Job Title:Local Sales Assistant

Reports to:General Sales Manager/National Sales Manager

Physical Location:WZDX-TV Fox 54
1309 North Memorial Parkway
Huntsville AL 35801

Hours:8 AM – 5 PM Monday-Friday

Responsibilities Include (but not limited to):
•Assist Corporate Director of Sales: prepare and update presentations, create and update weekly reports, expense reports, travel arrangements, etc.
•Assist Account Executives: enter and edit orders, assist in preparing and updating presentations, create and update weekly reports, etc.
•Responsible for all ITN orders (National)
•Prepare marketing reports and presentations (Local and National)
•Manage PI (Per Inquiry) commercial spots
•Compile competitive information.
•Serve as back-up for the National Sales Manager Assistant.
•Cover front desk during lunch and breaks 1 day per week.

The ideal candidate will be: dependable, well organized, multi-tasking, self-starter and possess the following skills:
•1 year computer data entry experience minimum
•Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
•Detail oriented
•Good communication skills

Applications will be accepted M-F from 9AM-4PM or send resume to: HR Manager, WZDX-TV Fox 54, 1309 N Memorial Parkway, Huntsville, AL 35801 or email to: hr@fox54.com or fax 256-203-8323.
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. EOE.

WZDX-TV Fox 54 practices equal employment opportunity regardless of religion, age, sex, national origin, or color. (06-12-14)

Digital Sales Manager – WSFA 12 News, Montgomery

WSFA 12 News is seeking a performance driven Digital Sales Manager that will aggressively grow digital revenue at an industry-leading pace year-over-year. This key position is responsible for leading sales efforts across all digital platforms. The DSM must be able to demonstrate a successful digital sales history, be a great leader, and have the capacity to manage key accounts and give guidance to local sales executives. This role requires a thorough and strategic understanding of the digital advertising business and sound marketing fundamentals. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years digital management experience with a digital or media company. Pre-employment drug screen and clean MVR required. If qualified, please apply online at careers-raycommedia.icims.com. No phone calls please. EOE-M/F/D/V (06-08-14)

Traffic and Sales Assistant – WTOK, Meridian MS

WTOK-TV is accepting applications for the position of a full time Traffic and Sales Assistant. This position will be responsible for daily scheduling of commercial copy on station logs as well as assist in the administrative duties of the Sales Department and General Manager as assigned. The position will also assist Account Executives in preparing proposals and PowerPoint presentations for their sales efforts. Candidates should possess excellent computer skills, be proficient in Microsoft Office and similar software, and have the ability to learn and master proprietary broadcast software and systems. Candidate must have excellent communication, organizational and time management skills and work under tight deadlines. Candidate must be detailed oriented, resourceful, a team player, and reliable. Experience in a broadcast environment is preferred, but not required.

To apply, contact Rachel Sloan, Human Resources, WTOK-TV 815 23rd Ave, Meridian, MS 39301 or email humanresources@wtok.com. 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. (06-08-14)

Multimedia Journalist – WHNT NEWS 19, Huntsville

WHNT NEWS 19 in Huntsville, Alabama, has an immediate opening 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 a great team of journalists in an awesome community and for an innovative company.
Beginners should not apply. If you graduated in the last year, you will not be considered for this job.

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

-accurately report on a variety of subjects
-break stories that the competition doesn’t have
-generate enterprise story ideas on a daily basis
-write/produce clear, easy to understand stories
-deliver compelling on-air live shots & stand-ups
-ability to shoot and edit on non-linear platforms
-passion to post and support the station’s web and social media sites

If you have not already been doing these things successfully for more than 2 years at a commercial television station, please do not waste your time.

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.
Qualified individuals should email weblinks, resume and references to denise.vickers@whnt.com. EOE (06-08-14)