WVTM-TV, the Hearst Television-owned station in Birmingham, Al, has an opening for a Digital Producer. The Digital Producer will work under the direction of the Digital Operations Manager to gather content, produce stories for the apps and websites, and produce content for social media platforms. We need someone highly engaged in social media, highly organized, and with a drive to win content on all platforms. Knowledge and experience with Adobe Premier and Photoshop. The ideal candidate is creative and knows the difference between posting for social, the web, and writing for broadcast news.

Job Responsibilities:

Web and mobile app posting
Producing videos and graphics for social media
Social Media monitoring and posting
Crowdsourcing, gathering and writing original digital content
Be involved in daily editorial meeting and be aware of daily news coverage
Communicate and working with sister stations and networks on digital coverage
Monitor digital and social analytics
Experience Requirements:

Editor experience a plus
Non-linear editing knowledge a plus
Knowledge and experience with Adobe Premiere, Photoshop and Audition a plus
Broadcasting degree or equivalent preferred
Knowledge of best practices for Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and TikTok
Qualifications Requirements:

Highly organized
Skillful Writer
Aggressive content gatherer
Detail-Oriented
Social Media savvy
Works well in stressful situations and with deadlines
Good news judgment
Desire to win, especially in breaking news situations
Team player
Be willing to have a flexible schedule
Education:

Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience.
Military training from Defense Information School with experience will be considered
Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training and experience will be considered
Additional Requirements:

As part of its continued efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees, Hearst Television requires that all newly hired employees be fully vaccinated (as defined by the CDC) against the coronavirus by the first day of employment as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by applicable law. HTV will consider requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable legal requirements.

Larry Wilkins has over 40 years’ experience in radio and television engineering. He started, like a lot of others, while in high school at a 1 kW day timer, in his hometown of Enterprise. After two years of electronics school he began working for the NBC affiliate in Montgomery.

Throughout his career he has built numerous radio/television studio and transmitter facilities. He worked for the Auburn Network for over 20 years handling on site engineering duties at all Auburn Football games. When Larry retired, it was from his position as Assistant Director of Engineering for Cumulus Broadcast, a job he held for 10 years. Larry now serves as the Director of the Alabama Broadcasters Association Engineering Academy and is also the chair of the Alabama EAS Committee and serves on the Amber task force for the State.

Wilkins has served on the SBE National Board of Directors and presently serves on the SBE Certification Committee. He holds Certified Professional Broadcast Engineer (CPBE), AM Directional (AMD) and Certified Broadcast Network Technology (CBNT) certifications.

He was named the SBE “Engineer of the Year” in 2005, was inducted into the Alabama Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame in 2012 and was named “Broadcaster of the Year” by the ABA in 2015.

WTVY, Dothan’s #1-rated television station, is looking for its next Sports Director. If you love local sports, this is the job for you. We cover everything from youth sports to the SEC, spanning three states. We’ve got the resources, the staff and the tradition. Now, we’re looking for someone to join our team and take our product to an even higher level.

WTVY-TV is the top-rated station in the market. We have the resources to back it up, with a live truck, satellite truck and three backpack live units. WTVY features the largest news staff in the market, with nearly 30 people, including three in sports.

We’re not looking for someone to rack up national highlights. This is a job for someone with talent, creativity, strong organizational skills and a desire to lead. We’re looking for the stories you won’t see on the AP wire.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities Include:
Lead a 3-person department
Anchor three shows per day over two separate networks; WTVY (CBS) and WRGX (NBC)
Coordinate with news department to cover most important stories of the day, sometimes with team coverage
Producing and co-hosting our award-winning 35-minute H.S. Football program, Friday Night Football
Producing and hosting our 20-minute college football program, GameNight, on Saturday nights
Strong reporting skills
Camera presence & strong vocal skills are imperative
Strong writing, shooting, editing and live skills is essential for this position
Make connections within the community to generate exclusive sports content & consistent local product on all platforms
Excellent social media skills – Facebook and Twitter are a huge part of our daily routine
Ability to produce on air and online – our web component is a vital connection with our viewers
Promotes teamwork and maintains attitude of cooperation with all station personnel
Knowledge of Panasonic P2 cameras, Edius, Sonic Foundry Vegas and INews is also a plus
Some Travel Required
Some lifting of heavy camera equipment required
Some weekend and holiday work required

Bottom line; we’re looking for someone to lead an award-winning department, develop and execute a plan for extraordinary sports coverage and help us continue the tradition of excellence we’ve built in this community over 60 years. At least two years of commercial experience is required.

Send resume to the attention of:
News Director
April Davis
285 N. Foster Street
Dothan, AL 36303.
Materials may also be emailed to april@wtvy.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

WTVY-TV, a Gray Television Group Station, is an equal opportunity employer and a DRUG FREE WORKPLACE. Pre-employment drug screening and driver’s license check are required. A valid driver’s license is absolutely necessary and a good driving record is a plus for obtaining this position.

Category:
Engineering

Position/Title:
Broadcast Engineer

Details:
Make your mark in Broadcasting and Digital Media. Sinclair Broadcast Group and Sinclair Digital Solutions are dedicated to making Sinclair a communications powerhouse! We are the largest and most diversified television broadcasting company in the country. Sinclair owns and operates, programs or provides services to more television stations than anyone and has affiliations with all major networks. Sinclair Digital group is focused on bringing the most engaging content to web, mobile and over-the-top broadcasting to audiences all over the country! Our success is the result of extraordinary employees and an exemplary management team who believe in a vision and are dedicated ensuring a great future for our employees. Whether you are an industry veteran or a just starting out, you can find it at Sinclair! We are advancing the world of Broadcasting and we want YOU to join our winning team!

WEARTV/WFGXTV, in Pensacola, Florida, is seeking a Broadcast Engineer! This individual will be responsible for installing and maintaining video, audio, and other equipment associated with television broadcasting. This includes server-based record and play-out systems, non-linear editors, production switchers, routing switchers, MPEG encoders, decoders, automation, news room computer systems, data networks, and broadcast transmission equipment.

Vacancy Type:
Full Time

Date Posted:
11/11/2016

Closing Date:
12/11/2016

City:
Pensacola

State:
Florida

URL:
www.weartv.com

Experience:
Responsibilities include:

Provide the engineering design and assist with the building and installation of electronic systems/equipment as assigned
Maintain and repair transmitters (AM, FM, TV, Microwave, Fiber, satellite, etc.), receivers, cameras, switchers, graphic systems, audio equipment, video tape systems, routers, automation/editing systems, intercoms, two-way radios, monitors and display systems
Provide budget information to support the implementation of new systems
Provide technical support to operational users
Consult and communicate with engineering management and other engineers on technical issues as required
Provide specific engineering signal flow diagrams for CAD documentation on all work performed on technical systems
Perform all technical work to engineering standards and practices
Other duties may be assigned

Requirements:

Other Qualifications and Requirements:

Self-starter, able to work efficiently without direct supervision
Be able to work effectively with other departments receiving and communicating instructions via telephone or in person
Be able to read and understand technical materials
Able to set priorities under pressure of deadlines
Able to concentrate for long periods of time
Hold a valid driver’s license
Must be flexible to accommodate shift changes including extended hours, weekends, and evenings
Associate’s degree (AA) in electronics preferred
Minimum of five years broadcast experience
Working knowledge of broadcast station operations

Contact:
Sinclair Broadcast Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.
Please apply online by going to: sbgi.net/sbgi-careers/

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Category:
News

Position/Title:
News Photojournalist

Details:
Make your mark in Broadcasting and Digital Media. Sinclair Broadcast Group and Sinclair Digital Solutions are dedicated to making Sinclair a communications powerhouse! We are the largest and most diversified television broadcasting company in the country. Sinclair owns and operates, programs or provides services to more television stations than anyone and has affiliations with all major networks. Sinclair Digital group is focused on bringing the most engaging content to web, mobile and over-the-top broadcasting to audiences all over the country! Our success is the result of extraordinary employees and an exemplary management team who believe in a vision and are dedicated ensuring a great future for our employees. Whether you are an industry veteran or a just starting out, you can find it at Sinclair! We are advancing the world of Broadcasting and we want YOU to join our winning team!

WEAR/WEAR-TV, in Pensacola, is looking for a creative and dedicated full-time News Photographer! We are seeking someone who can see beyond the lens and bring back compelling stories. The candidate should have two years of ENG experience with a network affiliate news organization. You will cover day to day general, in-depth features and investigative assignments. We are shooting full High-definition (HD) on media cards and editing on desktops and laptops and working all kind of shifts. You should have strong editing skills in non-linear edit systems, possess excellent people skills, a strong work ethic, and a great attitude. A passion for story telling is absolutely essential in this position.

Vacancy Type:
Full Time

Date Posted:
11/11/2016

Closing Date:
12/11/2016

City:
Pensacola

State:
Florida

URL:
www.weartv.com

Experience:

Requirements:

An aggressive team-player who can produce good stories under tight deadlines
Must have valid driver’s license, good driving record and be able to operate ENG news vehicles
Ability to edit and shoot general assignment stories, lives shots and natural sound packages
Must be able to lift and carry between 25 and 50 pounds on a regular basis

Requirements:
Required Experience:

At least one year of shooting experience and technical knowledge of editing and photo equipment
Must be socially savvy and met all internal requirements

Contact:
Sinclair Broadcast Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.
Please apply online by going to: sbgi.net/sbgi-careers/

Job posted by an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER