All posts by Alabama Broadcasters

Multimedia News Journalist – WAAY TV, Huntsville

WAAY-TV, the ABC affiliate in Huntsville, Alabama has an immediate opening for a Multimedia News Journalist. The successful candidate for this job will have the ability to report as an MMJ as needed for all newscasts. We are looking for applicants with a minimum of 2 years working in a television newsroom. Must be able to write and edit package stories and cut down versions for voice-overs, etc, using non-linear editing and tape to tape editing. Proven ability to go live from the field or in the studio with inserts or interviews. Also, write stories, post video and photos to the station’s websites and social networking sites, as well as any news partners associated with WAAY-TV.

Strong writing and communication skills are a must.

Complete assignments within assigned deadlines.

Familiar with ENPS.

Generate original story ideas.

Coordinate ideas for original series and sweeps reports.

Be able to work a variety of shifts, including holidays, irregular hours and weekends.

Be able to obtain and maintain an Alabama driver’s license.

Care for and maintain news vehicles and station equipment.

Provide written news philosophy on resume.

Degree in Journalism, Mass Communications or equivalent.

Ability to carry and maneuver heavy equipment in the field under extreme circumstances and weather conditions.

Ability to understand and orally communicate in English, bi-lingual a plus.

Ability to analyze data, concentrate, reason and write; and ability to work under emotional stress.

WAAY is committed to a high standard of broadcast journalism and community service. Huntsville, Alabama and the Tennessee Valley have been recognized time and again for their outstanding quality of life. We are looking for just the right person to join our staff to help us bring that same quality to our viewers. If you are looking for a challenging job that is fun and exciting, with the necessary experience and qualifications, please send resume, dvd or web link to: jobs@waaytv.com Or: MMJ News Reporter WAAY – TV 1000 MONTE SANO BLVD HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801 WAAY is an equal opportunity employer and everyone is encouraged to apply. No phone calls please! (12-18-13)

Executive Producer – WAAY TV, Huntsville

WAAY-TV, the ABC affiliate in Huntsville, Alabama has an immediate opening for an Executive Producer. Applicant will be an energetic, veteran newsroom employee with at least 3 years of experience. Applicant must be able to write compelling copy, stack an exciting show, act as shift supervisor working with reporters, photographers and other team members to make your assigned shows the best possible. You must be a good manager of people, time and projects. Must be able to write for the web as well as post video. This is a full time position and will include special projects and field producing. Only television producers with three years experience will be considered for this position. Send resume, references, current examples of your work (DVD and Current Scripts) and salary requirements to: jobs@waaytv.com or Executive Producer WAAY – TV 1000 Monte Sano Blvd Huntsville, AL 35801 EOE. Everyone is encouraged to apply. No phone calls please. (12-18-13)

Journalist/Newscast Producer – WBRC TV, Birmingam

WBRC seeks a veteran journalist and newscast producer to join our morning news team. Candidate must have at least two years of experience as a line producer in a competitive market. Must have excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to handle multiple LIVE shots, constant changes, etc. Must be able to work extra hours, holidays, and weekends. To apply, please visit careers-raycommedia.icims.com. No phone calls or faxes please. EOE-M/F/D/V (12-18-13)

Maintenance Engineer – WIAT CBS 42, Birmingham

Category: Engineering

Position/Title: Maintenance Engineer

Details: WIAT-TV is looking for an all-around maintenance engineer who can troubleshoot systems as well as individual pieces of equipment. Job duties may include anything from building cables to configuring routers or HD encoders. This proactive person will have excellent communication skills, strong organizational skills, and be a self starter. They must also have a high level of focus on quality and accuracy and be able to handle other projects as assigned.

Responsibilities include the operation, installation, maintenance and repair of broadcast television systems and other equipment. Five years of experience in all phases of television systems, able to troubleshoot to the component level, R/F experience a plus.

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Date Posted: 7/1/2013

Closing Date: 1/1/2014

City: BIRMINGHAM – 35209

State: Alabama

URL: www.cbs42.com

Experience: Applicants should have a college degree or equivalent experience.

Requirements: Pre-employment background check.

Contact: Please send resume 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 (01-01-14)

Assignment Desk Editor – WIAT CBS 42, Birmingham

Category: News

Position/Title: Assignment Desk Editor

Details: WIAT-TV CBS 42 is looking for an Assignment Desk Editor to coordinate news crews and logistics in a fast paced environment. The position requires responding quickly and efficiently to breaking news, setting up news stories, planning daily and long term coverage, monitoring multiple news sources at once, and excellent communication skills. The ideal candidate will be dependable, punctual, and have a passion for news.

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Date Posted: 3/19/2013

Closing Date: 1/1/2014

City: Birmingham – 35209

State: Alabama

URL: www.cbs42.com

Experience: Prior knowledge of assignment desk is preferred. Requirements: EOE M/F/D/V Pre-employment background check.

Contact: Submit resume and references 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. Job posted by an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (01-01-14)

Promotions Manager – WIAT CBS 42, Birmingham

Category: Promotions

Position/Title: Promotions Manager

Details: Be a part of television history in a great Southern TV market! CBS42 in Birmingham is looking for an ambitious promo producer to become a Promotions Manager. You’ll help manage a team of creative producers, implement strategic plans, and get the support you need to create the kind of promotions that can’t be ignored. It’s a rare opportunity to join a station that’s ready to make some noise in the industry. If you don’t want to take a station to #1, then don’t apply! If you’re ready to lead people and make the promos you’ve always wanted, send your resume and resume link today. JOB SUMMARY: The Promotion Manager will assist the Creative Services Director with developing and implementing the station’s promotional efforts on air and with outside media, as well as help oversee station’s commercial production producers. Daily responsibilities include: assignment and follow-through of promotional projects to department staff, hands-on producing of station image campaigns, coordination of promotional efforts with LIN digital platforms, direct graphic artists to ensure brand consistency, and assist with community events.

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Date Posted: 11/13/2013

Closing Date: 2/1/2014

City: BIRMINGHAM – 35209

State: Alabama URL: www.cbs42.com

Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ experience in television promotion or commercial production Previous supervisory experience highly desirable Hands-on experience with non-linear editing and shooting Avid, Final Cut Pro, Adobe products, After Effects, Photoshop, Cinema4D and HD camera experience preferred

Requirements: Pre-employment background check.

Contact: Please submit resume and references 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 (02-01-14)

Investigative Reporter – WIAT CBS 42, Birmingham

Category: News

Position/Title: Investigative Reporter

Details: WIAT-TV CBS42 is searching for an Investigative Reporter who is driven to seek honest, relevant, compelling enterprise stories. The ideal candidate will be relentless in the pursuit of the truth. A proven track record of strong journalistic skills and supreme ethical standards is a must. The successful applicant will understand how to generate sources and will bring lead stories and investigations to the table.

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Date Posted: 3/20/2013

Closing Date: 1/1/2014

City: Birmingham – 35209

State: Alabama

URL: www.cbs42.com

Experience: Three years of reporting experience and college degree preferred.

Requirements: Pre-employment background check.

Contact: Please send cover letter, resume, and DVD 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 (01-01-14)

Newscast Director – WIAT CBS 42, Birmingham

Category: Production

Position/Title: Newscast Director – Full Time

Details: WIAT-TV is looking for a Newscast Director to oversee pre-production and production of fast-paced, effects-intensive newscasts. Duties will include: editing topical promos, show opens and producing syndicated promos as scheduled. Knowledge of GrassValley Ignite automated news software, NewsQ Pro, Hyper-X, X-clyps and Adobe Premiere is strongly preferred. Must be able to handle pressure and deadlines as well as direct and supervise production crew performance.

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Date Posted: 11/13/2013

Closing Date: 2/1/2014

City: BIRMINGHAM – 35209

State: Alabama URL: www.cbs42.com

Experience: Position requires a minimum of one-year recent experience in directing, especially in automation in news production.

Requirements: Pre-employment background check.

Contact: Please send resume 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 (02-01-14)

Reporter – WIAT CBS 42, Birmingham

Category: News

Position/Title: Reporter

Details: WIAT-TV CBS42 is searching for a Reporter to join our team. The ideal candidate will be an energetic storyteller. Gather information for newscast presentations with accurate information of interest to our viewers. Develop story ideas to present at daily planning meetings. Review background information and conduct interviews in a courteous and professional manner. Present compelling, clear and accurate live shots when assigned. Interact with all facets of the community to gather information and cultivate news sources. Represent the station at community events in a professional manner. Must have excellent reading, writing, spelling, grammar and organizational skills, both for TV broadcast writing and online content. Proficiency in newsroom computer systems. Ability to handle multiple tasks and moderate to high stress and deadline pressure, while keeping a strong attention to detail.

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Date Posted: 11/13/2013

Closing Date: 2/1/2014

City: Birmingham – 35209

State: Alabama

URL: www.cbs42.com

Experience: Two years reporting experience and college degree preferred.

Requirements: Pre-employment background check.

Contact: Please send cover letter, resume, and DVD 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 (02-01-14)

General Sales Manager – WCOV TV, Montgomery

WCOV-TV, Montgomery’s FOX Affiliate, is seeking a General Sales Manager. The right candidate for this position will have a minimum of five years of television advertising sales experience. This position is available immediately. The right candidate for this position should have the following:

•Five years minimum of television advertising sales management experience.
•Sales experience in multiple markets.
•Microsoft Office proficiency required; working knowledge of WideOrbit traffic system a strong plus.
•Experience with a Fox or other independent affiliate a plus.
•Effective leadership, motivational, and management skills.
•Effective training skills necessary to share knowledge with local sales staff.
•A positive attitude and excellent people skills.
•Creative abilities that help close sales to the benefit of both client and the station.
•Must enjoy working in the field with sales staff and advertisers.
•Relocation to Montgomery, Alabama required.

WCOV-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a non-smoking facility. If you would like to be considered for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter to: WCOV-TV Attn: HR / GSM Position One WCOV Avenue Montgomery, Alabama 36111 Email: kathy@wcov.com Or fax to (334) 288-5414 (12-15-13)