Digital Manager – Huntsville, AL

Employment Type: Full Time

The Digital Manager directly oversees the daily operations of the station’s digital advertising business and interacts with clients and advertising agencies to maximize digital revenue across all platforms. The Digital Manager also assists in hiring, training and developing Account Executives.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develops and executes sales strategies which result in exceeding revenue targets in Digital and new product revenue.
• Calls on clients and prospects with Account Executives.
• Makes direct sales calls in order to drive digital revenue performance.
• Drives new business digital development.
• Oversees the Digital training and development of the Sales team.
• Manages inventory and revenue forecasting.
• Manages recruitment and development of talented sales professionals in collaboration with LSM/DOS.
• Prepares digital budgets and approves budget expenditures.
• Manages Accounts Receivable for Digital advertising.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising or Mass Communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work related experience.
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in sales, preferably in the Digital field.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Experience managing, guiding, directing and motivating subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
• Experience establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
• Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills.
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.
• IAB certification a plus.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

The Digital Manager must be able to sit, 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, work in close proximity to others, work outdoors in all weather conditions, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. Additionally, individual must have a vehicle in working condition at their disposal throughout the working day.
Interested applicants should apply online. nexstar.hirecentric.com/jobs/75946.html

(02-06-15)

Category:
News
Position/Title:
Multimedia Journalist
Details:
WPMI is looking for a take-charge weekday Multi Media Journalist to help us win the daily news battle. We are seeking a motivated, energetic, creative, and aggressive Multi Media Journalist who can think and perform outside the box. You should be able to develop story ideas and gather information for newscasts, have strong photography and editing skills, sound writing skills, a great work ethic, and a can-do attitude. The best person for this job will have excellent live shot skills and will thrive on breaking stories. In this position you will shoot, write, and edit stories while under deadline pressure.
Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
1/2/2015
Closing Date:
3/31/2015
City:
Mobile – 36609
State:
Alabama
URL:
www.Local15tv.com

Experience:
2 – 5 years of experience
Requirements:
A proven knowledge and experience working with current media creation tools and contemporary newsroom systems is required. Strong writing and copy editing skills are a must. Two years of experience as a Reporter. Must be able to shoot and edit. Must be able to work well under deadline pressure.
Additional Information:
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

Contact:
Robert Noonan

Job posted by an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

(03-31-15)

WHNT NEWS 19 is looking for a PM Graphic Artist

Overview
WHNT NEWS 19, a Tribune Media Broadcast station, is pursuing an energetic, talented artist who works well independently and with a team. The position is entry level and requires Adobe Photoshop skill and the ability to adapt to new technology.

The right candidate will be able to work in an extremely high-pressure & fast-paced environment with live television deadlines. It is critical that the PM Graphic Artist be friendly and work well with others. An understanding of television news is a plus.

The right candidate must possess an understanding of design principles and color theory. They must also be a self-starter who’s a great communicator both in design and the real world. This position is responsible for creating news graphics, collateral and interactive creative for news, special projects and clients using Vizrt, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe After Effects, Final Cut Pro, and more. The ability to multitask and manage a diverse workload is a must.

Qualifications:
•Must be exceptional with Photoshop
•Design and conceptual skills
•Knowledge of 2D and 3D design principles
•Communicate and offer daily creative design ideas and solutions for News, Creative Services and Sales
•Assist and/or design graphics, animations, collateral and interactive creative for station properties and clients
•Must be able to work independently or with a team
•Possess good time management skills and meet tight project deadlines
•Ability to handle multiple projects and to make adjustments to meet unexpected changes to projects or deadlines
•Self-motivated and takes initiative
•A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment
•Flexible with work schedule
•Values an organized work flow
•Web design/coding experience is a plus

If you qualify for the position, please submit resume, samples of your work and/or online portfolio link to Becky.Shores@whnt.com or apply online at Tribunemedia.com

WHNT NEWS 19 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

(02-06-15)

Category:
Digital Media
Position/Title:
Digital Executive Producer
Details:
CBS42 is looking for a Digital Media Manager. Think you can manage the daily tactical operations of our web sites? Can you prioritize key projects and initiatives? Do you know UI, UX, social media, mobile web, coding and scripting languages?

The DMM must be able to produce and implement a flow of creative solutions for daily operations, including training, tools, efficiencies and processes.

The ideal candidate will be well-versed in website architecture, user experience design, digital marketing, and development – specifically, data management and optimization, programming and scripting languages, and system administration.

Responsibilities:

• Optimize and manage content for digital properties
• Design and build custom web applications
• Provide regular reporting for website and online marketing initiatives
• Coordinate social media activities by actively engaging in industry blogs, video sharing, online chats, etc., messaging and increased brand awareness resulting in increased traffic to our websites
• Analyze data and develop recommendations to optimize the user experience
• Hands-on optimization, including keyword/phrase research, site structure, page construction, content, and SEO (Search Engine Optimization)
• Keep up with industry trends and opportunities
• Manage content management system
Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
12/26/2014
Closing Date:
1/26/2015
City:
BIRMINGHAM – 35209
State:
Alabama
URL:
wiat.com/wiat-42-careers/

Experience:
The executive producer supervises news content across all media platforms.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
* Responsible for overseeing writing, production, and timing of broadcast.
* Define strategic direction for content coverage to meet business and financial objectives.
* Manage news room, contribute to the editorial process and make solid decisions in breaking news situations.
* Execute strategies that engage and grow audiences across all media devices.
* Responsible for successful financing and marketing of projects.

Specialized Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
* Must be able to interact well with video journalists, anchors, videographers, news managers, production and engineering staff.
* Detail oriented.
* Excellent verbal, written, and analytical skills.
* Strong news judgment, journalistic integrity and understanding of viewer needs and expectations.
* Financial management.

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, TV/film or the equivalent. At least 5 years experience in television or radio broadcast/production.

Training/Equipment: Utilize state-of-the-art television technology.

Work Environment/Mental/Physical Requirements: High stress environment with deadline pressures. Some travel may be required on an occasional basis.

NOTE: This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.

Requirements:
Pre-employment background check.
Additional Information:
It’s a brand new look at WIAT 42 News in Birmingham, Alabama! This is an excellent opportunity to join a team that is expanding and growing. The investment has been made in a completely remodeled newsroom, state of the art WSI weather system, new AVID editing and a network quality studio to deliver the very best to the viewers of Central Alabama. We are devoted to bring in the best staff to grow our newly outfitted station!
Contact:
Please apply at:
www. wiat.com/wiat-42-careers/
or send cover letter and resume to:
WIAT-TV – 2075 Golden Crest Drive Birmingham, AL 35209
No phone calls please.
General Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.

Job posted by an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

(01-26-15)

Alabama Public Television (APT), the statewide educational and public television network of nine television stations and one radio station, seeks a full-time APT Video Journalist-Producer for our Montgomery, AL studio.

For detailed requirements, please see posting under “Employment” at www.aptv.org. To apply, mail cover letter, resume and 3 professional references to: Human Resources Manager, 2112 11th Ave. S., #400, Birmingham, AL 35205 or e-mail to: tneeley@aptv.org by 12/20/14. NO PHONE CALLS/FAXES. APT is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

(01-26-15)

2015: ABA Engineering Academy Year 4

[cryout-pullquote align=”left|center|right” textalign=”left|center|right” width=”33%”]“I just finished my first week as a master control operator. It is a major step up from my prior job. Your class gave me the knowledge and confidence to go for a new and bigger job.” – Joey Norris, MCO –  LIN Southeast Broadcast Hub, Mobile[/cryout-pullquote]

The ABA Engineering Academy is excited to mark its fourth year of offering broadcast engineering technical classes to help train new technicians for the industry along with offering expanded continuing educational opportunities for seasoned engineers.

In addition to our normal five day, entry level classes for prospective engineers (or anyone wishing to learn more about the technical side of broadcasting) the Academy will offer new advanced classes for Radio and Television Engineers that will be more in depth on technical items along with design, installation and maintenance of modern broadcast operations.

[cryout-pullquote align=”left” textalign=”left” width=”33%”]“I have picked up things about engineering over the past 13 years working at the station due to my own interest and realization that an engineer is not always available. I feel the ABA Academy helped advance my knowledge significantly.” – Maria Dudzak, KRBD-FM Ketchikan, Alaska[/cryout-pullquote] 
Plus there will be even more opportunities for engineers to continue their education, learning about new equipment and technology. Several one day seminars will focus on items such as IP fundamentals for Broadcasting, HDTV, HD Radio, Digital Audio/Video workstations, Live Audio Mixing and Audio/Video ingest and playout systems.

Do you have people in your operation that have an interest in learning more about the technical side of broadcasting?  Announcers, IT managers, master control operators, production, plus new and prospective engineers can receive valuable information that will aid them in their work.

[cryout-pullquote align=”left” textalign=”left” width=”33%”]“Although my background is in television, the radio applications that were taught in the class were very interesting to me as well. I thought the instructor did a fine job in presenting the materials of the class in an easy to understand way.” – Daniel Black, TD – ABC 33/40, Birmingham[/cryout-pullquote]

The regular classes are five days in length and the advanced classes are two to three day events. These classes are offered by the ABA Engineering Academy at no cost.  Both of these courses offer the opportunity to take the Society of Broadcast Engineering (SBE) certification exam.  There is a charge for the exam, however it is not required to take the exam to attend the classes.

Don’t miss out on these excellent opportunities to learn about and continue your technical education in the field of broadcast engineering. Classes are held at the ABA training center 2180 Parkway Lake Drive, Hoover AL.

Radio class outline

Television class outline

REGISTER ONLINE 

For more information contact Larry Wilkins, Academy Director.

Association of County Commissions of Alabama
Director of Public Affairs

OVERVIEW OF DUTIES
A statewide association seeks an energetic and hard-working professional to assume the position of Director of Public Affairs. The successful candidate will be a part of the Association’s advocacy and policy teams, coordinate the organization’s communication activities – including legislative communication – be actively involved in its affiliate organizations, assist with its training programs, and play a key role in the delivery of the organization’s leadership and education programs.

Public and Legislative Affairs:
Coordinate Legislative Communication with members/media/public
Become knowledgeable on Association policies, legislative process and actively participate in advocacy efforts on behalf of county government with the Alabama Legislature and U.S. Congress
Interaction and coordination with outside consultant on:

(The Association utilizes an outside consultant for the majority of the routine updating of its web site, related web-based activities and the production of its bi-monthly magazine. The Director of Public Affairs will be responsible for interacting with the consultant to ensure the achievement of the Association’s communication goals.)

Web-site management and updating of alabamacounties.org and other affiliate websites
Enhancing the Association’s Social Media presence
Distribution of Routine News Releases
Publication of Association’s bi-monthly magazine
Other special publications as identified
On-going Publications (to include layout, design, writing, ad
sales, etc):
Quarterly Newsletters for affiliate organizations
ACCA Annual Calendar
ACCA Directory
Web site management:
Serving as back-up to outside consultant
Managing the content for ACCA Web site for legislative affairs information, ACCA joint bid program, and other on-going programs

Other Public Relations Efforts:
Media releases related to training, conferences, committees, board members
Coordination and delivery of short-term public relations campaigns (as developed)
Coordination of other publications as needed
Assist Executive Director with coordination of new Leadership Program for County Commissioners and the development of the Association’s new Strategic Plan
Coordinate with Auburn University Center for Governmental Services on research projects for the Association
Provide technical and content leadership for monthly webinars for affiliate groups

Training:
Participate as part of the administrative team for the ACCA training program (County Government Education Institute), which delivers training to county engineers, administrators, revenue officers, emergency management directors, 9-1-1 directors and other courthouse employees

Affiliate Groups:
Provide administrative direction for at least one of the Association’s affiliate groups, such as the Association of County Engineers of Alabama
Provide assistance for other affiliate groups as needed

Other Duties:
Work with Executive Director on promoting endorsed programs from the National Association of Counties, including Nationwide Retirement, U.S. Communities and others
Other activities necessary and worthwhile to enhance the public position of county government in Alabama and nationally.
Interested candidates should provide resume and cover letter to dkey@alabamacounties.org later than Jan. 15, 2015.
(01-15-15)

TITLE OF POSITION: Senior Producer/Director (PIN 0231)
DEPARTMENT: News & Public Affairs
ANNUAL SALARY: Competitive

JOB DUTIES INCLUDE:
Mississippi Public Broadcasting is seeking an experienced multimedia journalist to join our award winning news team. This person will produce NPR-style news stories and features on issues of local and regional interest. Candidates should be comfortable and competent with social media and reporting on multiple platforms. The ideal candidate should be a self-starter with strong news judgment who’s enterprising and capable of generating story ideas. This position is also responsible for producing long form, sound rich features for insertion into daily newscast. The reporter may be asked to anchor newscasts and host programs. Applicant must have expertise in news-gathering, writing, editing and radio production for short-form and long form-reports. Ideally would be familiar with public radio news programming.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A Master’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Radio/Television/Film or a directly related field (AND) two (2) years of experience in work directly related to the above-described duties; (OR) A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Radio/Television/Film or a directly related field (AND) three (3) years of experience in work directly related to the above-described duties; (OR) Graduation from a standard four-year high school or equivalent (GED), (AND) seven (7) years of experience in work directly related to the above-described duties; (OR) Above graduation from a standard four-year high school or equivalent (GED), directly related education and related experience may be substituted on an equal basis. This position is classified as State Service, Exempt. See Web Site for compete description (www.mpbonline.org). SUBMIT Applicants may apply online through the Mississippi State Personnel Board until December 29, 2014. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT: MISSISSIPPI AUTHORITY FOR EDUCATIONAL TELEVISION, 3825 RIDGEWOOD ROAD, JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI 39211

(12-30-14)

Raycom Media, one of the largest broadcasting groups, is seeking a VP/General Manager for WSFA, the NBC affiliate, and #1 station in Montgomery, Alabama, the corporate home of Raycom Media. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with management experience along with strong leadership and people skills. Prefer a proven track record in generating traditional as well as nontraditional revenue, and someone with impressive experience in a competitive news environment. Please attach cover letter and resume with your online application at careers-raycommedia.icims.com/jobs/3016/vp-general-manager/job. No phone calls please. EOE-M/F/D/V

(01-29-15)