Category:
Promotions
Position/Title:
Commercial Producer

Details:
Come work for a station that’s expanding its Creative Services department! CBS42 – WIAT in Birmingham, Alabama is hiring for 3 brand new positions. You’ll have the newest tools and resources to make your creative vision a reality.

Ideal candidates will have the ability to produce compelling, well-written and visually interesting content that meet the needs of clients. Commercial Producers work closely with sales and news departments to create everything from commercial spots to long-form sponsored segments.

Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
1/18/2014
Closing Date:
3/18/2014
City:
BIRMINGHAM – 35209
State:
Alabama
URL:
www.cbs42.com

Experience:
Applicants should have a college degree. Previous video production experience and a proven record of success are required.
Requirements:
Pre-employment background check.

Contact:
Submit resume, references, and demo reel to:
WIAT-TV –, 2075 Golden Crest Drive Birmingham or email to hr@cbs42.com. No phone calls please. LIN Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.
Job posted by an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (03-18-14)

Editor/Multimedia Production Assistant
WHNT-TV, CBS in Huntsville, Alabama, has an immediate opening for a full-time Editor/Multimedia Production Assistant. A Multimedia Production Assistant must be able to fulfill a variety of studio, control room and newsroom functions for live television newscasts and various multimedia platforms. Duties include editing non-linear video, creating broadcast graphics, running robotic cameras, running audio, teleprompter operation, posting content (video & text) to station website and social media sites.

Core job duties include:
-Video Editing: Non-linear video editing for on-air and online. Must have a clear understanding of video editing fundamentals (sequencing, jump cuts, audio/visual linkage, etc) and legal issues associated with videojournalism. Prefer candidates who are proficient on Final Cut Pro.
-Running Audio: Consistently runs audio for the newscasts, with great attention to detail, in order to have shows with little to no quality control issues. This includes thorough microphone checks 20 minutes before the newscast, as well as changing the batteries in the wireless microphones before these checks are done.
-Studio Camera/Teleprompter Operation: Run studio camera and/or Teleprompter for live newscasts. Experience with robotic camera systems a plus.
-Web Posting: Post video and text content to station’s website, updating station’s Twitter and Facebook accounts.

Ability to work under extreme pressure and deadlines. Hours will vary and will include early mornings, nights, weekends and holidays. Good communication skills and team-centered mindset.

A college degree in Communications or related-degree is preferred. Also prefer candidates with at least one year production and/or video editing experience in a commercial television station.

To apply, rush your resume and references to David Williams via email to david.williams@whnt.com. Or, if you must send it via snail mail, buy a stamp and send it to WHNT-TV, 200 Holmes Ave., Huntsville, AL 35801. Phone number: 256-534-7226. (02-27-14)

Position: Staff Accountant

Resume Deadline: February 07, 2014

Department: G&A

Stations: Birmingham

Positions: Available: One

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. (02-07-14)

Category:
News
Position/Title:
MMJ Reporter

Details:
Fox ten News, the number one news station in the Mobile-Pensacola market is looking for a multi-media journalist who is an energetic self starter and comfortable in a 24/7 multi-platform environment.

Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
1/17/2014
Closing Date:
3/31/2014
City:
Mobile – 36606
State:
Alabama

Experience:
Applicants must be capable of shooting, reporting, writing and non-linear editing. You must be able to post web stories and be familiar with social media. Candidates must be willing to multi-task, and develop sources and get stories the competition can’t.

Requirements:
A college degree preferred. A valid drivers license is required.

Additional Information:
WALA/WFNA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Contact:
Send tape and resume to: Fox ten News/WALA-TV, 1501 Satchel Paige Drive, Mobile, Alabama 36606

Job posted by an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (03-31-14)

Category:
Master Control
Position/Title:
Master control operator

Details:
WALA-TV(FOX) & WFNA-TV(CW) in the Mobile/Pensacola market is looking for a part-time Master Control Operator to join our Team.
Vacancy Type:
Part Time
Date Posted:
1/17/2014
Closing Date:
3/31/2014
City:
Mobile
State:
Alabama

Experience:
Must be able to operate automation software, satellite receivers, MC switcher, transmitter remotes, VTRs, and be familiar with digital media delivery.
Responsibilities include multiple station on-air quality control, short/long form media preparation and transmitter monitoring. Must have the ability to handle a moderate to high stress enviroment and meet strict deadlines. Must be able to work with other departments and perform with others as a team. Perform additional responsibilities as required.

Requirements:
Two years or more experience in Master Control required. Proficient use of computers is required. Automation software experience preferred. Must be able to work any shift including weekends, overnights & holidays. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs. Valid Driver’s license and good driving record required. EOE

Contact:
To apply, please submit your resume to jobs@fox10tv.com  Job posted by an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (03-13-14)

Do you have the skills and desire to help local businesses market and promote their product or service so they can grow their businesses? We have the tools utilizing television, internet and texting to help market those local businesses and are looking for the right person to join our staff to deal directly with those local contacts. The ideal candidate will have some marketing, advertising or business to business sales experience and the self motivation to make the income you desire. Apply at raycommedia.icims.com . WDFX IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING IS REQUIRED. EOE- M/F/D/V (02-27-14)

Category:
News
Position/Title:
News Producer
Details:
WPMI-TV is seeking a Producer to help grow ratings for our morning newscast. We are looking for an energeti, creative producer who isn’t afraid to take risks. You will operate in a 24/7 environment.
Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
1/15/2014
Closing Date:
3/5/2014
City:
Mobile – 36609
State:
Alabama
URL:
www.local15tv.com

Experience:
1 year of experience required
Requirements:
Candidate will be responsible for writing and producing stories for broadcast, the web, Facebook and Twitter
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 (03-05-14)

WTOK-TV is accepting applications for the position of Technical Director. This position will be responsible for Directing and Technical Directing primary newscasts. WTOK is the dominant station in the Meridian, MS DMA and produces over 3 hours of live local high definition newscast per day. Experience with Ross Synergy HD switcher, Chyron HyperX, and Avid Inews helpful, but not required. In addition to directing newscast, the position is also responsible for ingesting commercials, programs and promos into the station program playback servers plus other duties as assigned.

Successful candidates should be familiar with live newscast production in a commercial television station and able to direct a fast paced newscast while providing direction to the supporting staff.

Candidate must be able to work nights, early mornings or weekends as assigned. Previous experience in directing live programming 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, WTOK –TV, P. O. Box 2988, Meridian, MS 39301. Resumes may also be E-mailed to humanresources@wtok.com or faxed to (601)-693-9656. A pre-employment drug screening and motor vehicle records check are required. WTOK-TV is a drug free workplace.

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.Gray Television is also a Drug Free workplace and participates in the Homeland Security E-Verify program. (02-16-14)