Are you passionate about the weather and protecting people from the impact of severe weather? Do you produce clear and easy to understand, hyper-local weathercasts that focus on safety and lifestyle? Do you understand the importance of weather content for multimedia platforms (tv, web, wireless, social media, digital channels, etc.) and are you willing to help develop product/content for those platforms? Do you enjoy producing weather/science-related stories and specials? Do you like storm chasing, reporting live in the field in the aftermath of severe weather outbreaks, doing live shots from community events? Are you a competitive individual whose main goal is team success? If the answer is YES to all of these, then email your resume and links to your demo reel to WHNT News 19 immediately. If the answer is NO, this is not the job for you.

WHNT News 19 (CBS) in Huntsville, Alabama, has an immediate opening for a full-time meteorologist. We are looking for a qualified, experienced meteorologist for our weekend morning position.

Candidates with a degree in meteorology or atmospheric science and who understand the importance of severe weather are encouraged to apply. AMS/NWA and/or Certified Broadcast Meteorologist seal is highly recommended.

WHNT News 19 has all the tools you need to be successful. So, what are you waiting for? Apply now!!

Email your resume, online links to your reel, references and salary requirements to jason.simpson@whnt.com. If you must snail mail your materials, send them to: Jason Simpson, Chief Meteorologist, WHNT-TV, 200 Holmes Ave., Huntsville, AL 35801 (04-21-14)

Metro Monitor is a Birmingham based media monitoring firm that specializes in providing TV, Radio, and Online news monitoring services to public relations and corporate communications professionals throughout the United States.

Position Description – Business Development Specialist:

Metro Monitor would like to add a detail oriented and confident communicator to our Business Development / Client Service team. This position provides the opportunity to work with public relations and corporate communications professionals from all industries in markets throughout the United States. Responsibilities include: taking care of clients placing orders via inbound phone calls and emails; reaching out to prospective clients via email and phone calls to introduce them to the services we provide; leading web based product demonstrations; creating and submitting client proposals.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Public Relations, or Communications

Sales experience and/or sales certification

Ability to reach out to new prospects and win new business to achieve sales targets

Proficient in the use of all office software such as Microsoft Office and web based Customer Relationship Management applications

Excellent verbal and written communications skills

Proven experience in client service or sales

Ability to work within a team environment to provide superior client service and win new business

Benefits:

Base Salary

Generous commission structure for all new business

Health Insurance

15 Days Paid Time Off

Casual Dress

Relaxed / Modern work environment

Contact:

Bryan Council
Metro Monitor, Inc.
Phone: 205-250-9900
Toll Free: 800-861-5255
bryancouncil@metromonitor.com

(04-19-14)

WDHN, Dothan AL has an opening for a part-time Master Control Operator/Production Assistant. Position requires evening/weekend hours. The ideal candidate will have one year experience in the broadcast industry. Training maybe considered for a candidate with less experience who possesses strong computer and technology skills.

Brief description of duties & responsibilities:
1. Monitors strength, clarity and reliability of incoming and outgoing signals and adjusts equipment as necessary to maintain quality broadcasts.
2. Records/downloads and segments video content to the servers.
3. Maintains programming logs as required by station management.
4. Operates Master Control software and equipment as directed.
5. Ensures the station’s compliance with Emergency Alert System and other FCC requirements.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.

Work experience and education required for position:
1. High School diploma. Associates Degree preferred.
2. Fluency in English.
3. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
4. Proficiency with computers, servers, transmitters and other broadcast-related equipment.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:
The Master Control Operator must be able to sit, reach, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. The Master Control Operator must be able to lift, set up and operate equipment or items weighing up to 25 pounds. In addition, the Master Control Operator must be able to handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls. Repetitive movements are required. Work may be conducted in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions.

Apply on-line at Nexstar.tv

No phone calls please.

WDHN, a Nexstar Broadcasting Company, is an equal opportunity employer and offers a great work environment. (04-19-14)

WEAC-TV24 (Oxford, AL) is looking for a Lead Producer for our 9:00 p.m. newscast. The qualified candidate must have excellent writing skills; and some experience in writing for TV news is preferred. Must be able to identify possible news stories and how they are important and relevant to our viewers. Must be able to take a large amount of information and quickly cull it down to the its most important parts and make a cohesive, understandable story out of it. Develop leads, follow leads and develop contacts and sources within the community. You must also have an understanding of social media and websites and understand and utilize these electronic forms of media in the presentation of news. Please send resumes and any links to newscasts you have produced to Carl Brady at cbrady@tv24.tv. WEAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (04-19-14)

MISSISSIPPI AUTHORITY FOR EDUCATIONAL TELEVISION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

TITLE OF POSITION: Business Systems Analyst I (Digital Media Specialist) (PIN 0090)

DEPARTMENT: News & Public Affairs

ANNUAL ENTRY SALARY: $35,000.00

JOB DUTIES INCLUDE:
Mississippi Public Broadcasting (MPB) is seeking a digital media specialist who will coordinate use of the Web and social media for the MPB website. This person will serve as a content editor and work closely with the digital media director to develop and implement MPB’s overall digital and social media strategies. The digital media specialist will ensure that news coverage is presented in a timely and accurate way on the web and work with other departments to create, curate and share digital content. The incumbent will manage Twitter feeds and Facebook pages, generate web-specific content and produce local content that can be distributed on all MPB platforms including Radio, web and mobile applications. Candidates should have demonstrated ability to promote use of social media to foster positive interaction with audiences; familiarity with audio recording equipment, editing software, content management systems, news writing and online publishing.
Mississippi Public Broadcasting is an eight station statewide network. The network was recently honored with its fourth National Edward R. Murrow for excellence in broadcast journalism.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four year college or university in Computer Science, Data Processing, Business Information Systems, or a related field; AND two (2) years of directly related experience; (OR) An Associate’s Degree in Applied Science in a Technical Program in an area of Information Technology approved by the IT Professional Development Committee; (AND) Two (2) years of directly related experience; (OR) An Associate’s Degree from an accredited two-year college in Computer Science, Data Processing, Business Information Systems, or a related field; (AND) four (4) years of directly related experience; (OR) Graduation from a standard four-year high school or equivalent (GED) (AND) six (6) years of directly related experience; (OR) Related education and related experience may be substituted on an equal basis. Possession of an Institute for Certification of Computer Professionals (ICCP) Certification based on successful completion of an examination may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience. Certificate must be attached. This position is classified as State Service, Exempt. See Web Site for complete description (www.mpbonline.org). SUBMIT: State of Mississippi application to Personnel, Mississippi Public Broadcasting, 3825 Ridgewood Road, Jackson, MS 39211 received by March 26, 2014. Resumes not accepted in lieu of applications. MPB is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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

(03-26-14)

March 11, 2014
Post Immediately
Posting Closed: March 28, 2014

JOB TITLE:Research Analyst

WSFA 12 News is interviewing for a position of Research Analyst in Montgomery, Alabama. Our Research Analyst will assist station efforts with data analysis, interpretation and sales application of syndicated research resources including Nielsen, Rentrak, Marshall Marketing, WideOrbit Media Sales, as well as online resources. Provide custom qualitative support for generic and client specific presentations, create and distribute sales materials and corporate reporting documents. Our preferred candidate will have experience in media sales or research environment, excellent analytical and sales-driven interpretive skills. If qualified, please submit resume with your application online at careers-raycommedia.icims.com/ .
No phone calls please. EOE-M/F/D/V (03-28-14)

Position: Sales Professionals

Resume Deadline: April 28, 2014

Department: Sales

Stations: WBHK 98.7 KISS-FM

Positions Available: Two

SummitMedia Birmingham radio station WBHK-FM 98.7 KISS-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.

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.

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

It is the policy of SummitMedia, Inc. 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. (04-28-14)

Local Sales Manager

The Alabama News Network in Montgomery, Alabama is looking for an exceptional Local Sales Manager to lead our CBS8/MeTV team.

Any candidate to be considered must have Television Sales Management experience or at least 5 years of television sales experience with a proven track record of success. Ideal candidates will have Wide Orbit Traffic and Sales experience, good computer skills, great organization skills, be professional in appearance, and have exceptional presentation skills. Experience selling multiple stations and multiple platforms are a plus.

This person will b responsible for hiring, training, budgeting, inventory control, developing creative sales initiatives, and leading a highly motivated and experienced team of professionals.

The successful candidate that is offered this position will receive a generous compensation package along with company benefits.

If this sounds like you, send your resume along with cover letter and references to:

General Manager
Alabama Telecasters, Inc.
4001 Carmichael Road, Suite 100
Montgomery, Alabama 36106
Or
Email: jgrear@waka.com

(04-17-14)

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 (04-17-14)

SummitMedia, LLC Birmingham is seeking a Staff Accountant for their Birmingham Office.

Responsibilities include:
-Prepare general ledger entries by maintaining records and files; reconciling accounts.
-Maintain the Fixed Asset and associated depreciation schedules on the FAS Software System.
-Assist with monthly financial activity including month end close.
-Various monthly and ad hoc financial reports.
-Other duties as assigned by management.

The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and at least two years of Accounting experience.

If interested in applying for this position, please forward a resume to SummitMedia LLC Birmingham Attn: Amber Freeman, 2700 Corporate Drive, Suite 115, Birmingham, Alabama 35242, or forward electronically to Amber.Freeman@summitmediacorp.com. NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE!

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. (04-11-14)