Alabama Telecasters, Inc. (ATI) is seeking an experienced Promotions Manager / Sales Assistant for the local CBS and ABC affiliates , WAKA/CBS-8, WNCF/ABC Montgomery, MeTV, WBMM / The Montgomery CW and The Heartland Network in Montgomery, Alabama. The candidate should have proven knowledge in television promotions, use of graphics, and the technical skills to deliver effective, creative, and compelling daily promotions for a group of television stations, to assist the Creative Services/Promotions Manager, and work closely with the Sales Departments. Television experience is preferred along with strong organizational skills, ability to take direction and then execute independently, and be deadline driven. Creativity is a must. Duties include but are not limited to:
• Working with Managers to create and script all station and sales promotions; knowledge of final cut editing is helpful. Will monitor logs and stations to assure placement of promos.
• Execute all on-air promotional campaigns, station events and sales/marketing initiatives and will place outside media and monitor placement and creative.
• Work as a team with all Departments to assure the success of our Promotional and Sales efforts
• Will be responsible for keeping 3 websites up to date and using all forms of social media to convey our Branding and Promotion efforts. Graphic Design Creativity is desired.
Candidates should submit a resume and examples of work to jobs@waka.com or, mail to Human Resources, 4001 Carmichael Road, Suite 100, Montgomery, AL 36106. No Phone Calls Please. EOE

(10-18-14)

News 2 WKRN-TV, the ABC affiliate in Nashville, the television home of the CMA’s, Nashville and Tennessee Titans’ Pre-Season Football is searching for a

MORNING SHOW PRODUCER

The ideal candidate should be a strong producer for our morning news team. The ideal candidate will be an outstanding broadcast journalist and creative writer. The Morning Producer needs to understand how to develop and present a comprehensive look at the day’s top stories with a creative look at top stories as well as a creative approach to morning local news. Qualified applicant will be able to handle breaking news situations and must have the ability to work well under pressure.

Job Skills: A Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism or equivalent work experience in a newsroom.

Experience: Minimum of two years producing experience is preferred.

Applicants should complete an online application at www.mediageneral.com/careers
Links to reel should be e-mailed to humanresources@wkrn.com
Cover letter and resume to:
WKRN-TV
ATTN: Human Resources
441 Murfreesboro Road
Nashville, TN 37210
email to: humanresources@wkrn.com – NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE
Pre-employment background and drug screening required. EOE M/F/D/V

Make sure you include your name and job title in subject line.
WKRN-TV is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the hiring, training or promotion of employees because of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. We are engaged in a continuing effort to seek out prospective applicants for employment with our company. We earnestly solicit your assistance in obtaining employees and request you refer prospective applicants to us at the address below.

(10-18-14)

Sales Representative
Department: Sales
Location: Huntsville, AL
NCA Inc. is hiring exceptional Sales people! We offer a unique career opportunity: One where you are given a challenging mission, world-class tools to help you succeed, and the chance to realize your full potential as a Sales professional. NCA Inc. targets thousands of local companies with a highly tuned business-category focus and introduces these companies WRSA Lite 96.9’s large demographically-distinct audiences via the radio. WRSA-FM Lite 96.9 is looking to hire passionate, driven, resourceful, organized, customer-focused problem solvers who have great communication skills and the ability to cultivate client relationships. If this sounds like you, please submit your resume for consideration.
Email your resume and contact information to Nate Adams Cholevik at nate@lite969.com
1-5 years of experience developing new business relationships in an outside sales role
Track record of achievement and always striving to be the best in everything they do
Strong understanding of lead generation and ability to connect with viable prospects
Comprehension of sales metrics in order to fill a sales funnel and robust pipeline of residual business
Effective communicator and the ability to cultivate relationships
Positive attitude with the willingness to get beyond their comfort zone to grow professionally
High energy and passion for the job
Media Sales background preferred
Bachelors Degree preferred
What we offer: A product that you can be passionate about selling that will assist clients in growing their company. An opportunity to embark on a career in radio with a family owned business in the Huntsville and north Alabama area. Recognition and reward for outstanding performance plus the ability to achieve competitive pay without a ceiling and to increase your income year over year. NCA Inc. also offers medical and dental insurance packages plus vacation & holidays to enjoy.
NCA Inc. Is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)

(10-18-14)

Category:
News
Position/Title:
Internship

Details:
WPMI-TV has an opening for an internship in our News Department. We are looking for motivated and ambitious students who are seeking to expand their knowledge, improve their skills, and kick-start their career. Push the envelope of career possibilities and gain an edge in the broadcast industry. Combine your classroom educational experiences with those of a state-of-the-art broadcast and multimedia facility.

Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
9/12/2014
Closing Date:
10/12/2014
City:
Mobile – 36609
State:
Alabama
URL:
www.local15tv.com

Experience:
N/A

Requirements:
The news intern will learn all aspects of our newsroom operation. The intern will be involved in editorial meetings and interact with the assignment desk, producers, reporters, and photographers.

Additional Information:
This is a hands-on internship with a goal of giving the candidate the tools to work in a newsroom post degree environment.

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

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(10-12-14)

Category:
News
Position/Title:
Weekend Anchor/Reporter
Details:
WPMI-TV has an exciting opportunity for a full time Weekend Anchor/Reporter. We are looking for a strong writer, someone with a sharp wit and the ability to work well with others. We’re also looking for someone who is a self-starter and who can generate his or her own story ideas on a daily basis.
Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
9/8/2014
Closing Date:
11/30/2014
City:
Mobile – 36609
State:
Alabama
URL:
www.Local15tv.com

Experience:
Previous anchoring experience is required. The ideal candidate should have considerable live shot experience.
Requirements:
The winning candidate will be able to demonstrate enterprise reporting and creativity in story-telling. Exemplary communication skills and previous experience working in a team environment are a must.
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

(11-30-14)

With 245 million monthly listeners in the U.S., Clear Channel Media + Entertainment has the largest reach of any radio or television outlet in America. Clear Channel Media + Entertainment serves 150 markets through 840 owned radio stations, and the company’s radio stations and content can be heard on AM/FM, HD digital radio, satellite radio, on the Internet at iHeartRadio.com and on the company’s radio station websites, on the iHeartRadio mobile app, in enhanced auto dashes, on iPads and smartphones, and used via navigation systems. iHeartRadio, Clear Channel’s digital radio platform, is the No. 1 all-in-one digital audio service with over 300 million downloads; it reached its first 20 million registered users faster than any digital service in Internet history.

The company’s operations include radio broadcasting, online and mobile services and products, live concerts and events, syndication, music research services and independent media representation. Clear Channel Media + Entertainment is a division of CC Media Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB: CCMO), a leading global media and entertainment company. More information on the company can be found at ClearChannel.com.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Can you multi-task with ease? Are you able to meet deadlines? Do you enjoy helping people? Are you the type of person who gets the job done and wants to be appreciated for it? If so, then you are just the type of person we want as our, highly-motivated Sales Coordinator to support our busy sales staff.

Required Skills

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
•Working closely with Sales Managers, National Sales Coordinator and sales staff.
•Act as back up for other sales support staff
•Communicating effectively with clients and sales staff.
•Maintaining station sales and marketing materials.
•Must have the ability to learn and use company proprietary systems
•Assist staff with proposals and recaps.
•Generating reports in excel and proprietary software as requested
•Prepare, edit and finalize sales presentations.
•Provide assistance to new staff and assist in training on systems
•Other miscellaneous tasks as requested by managers and IMCs.

Required Experience

•2 years administrative experience
•Radio experience a PLUS.
•Proficiency in MS Office programs including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
•Must possess very strong organizational and written/verbal communication skills.
•Extremely detail oriented.
•Friendly and outgoing, must be comfortable talking to customers

Please send Cover Letter, Resume, and air check demo to:

careerchannel.silkroad.com/

Please do not send your resume’s directly to the radio station or contact us by phone. Because of EEO regulations, you will need to apply through the above website. Otherwise, your application will not be reviewed.

Clear Channel is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.

(10-09-14)

SummitMedia Birmingham radio station WBHJ 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.

Qualifications: 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.

Market: Birmingham

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

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.

(10-09-14)

Cumulus Media – Ft Walton Beach is accepting applications for Chief Engineer of 5 radio stations.

Scope

Directs and coordinates installation, maintenance and repair of studio, transmitting and ancillary equipment in order to maintain competitive signals in the market while complying with all FCC technical requirements. Includes responsibility for telecommunications, computer and networking systems.

General Responsibilities
•Maintains station operation through preventative and corrective maintenance
•Establishes and follows routine maintenance procedures and schedules for all broadcast equipment
•Installs and performs maintenance on control consoles, audio routers, recording equipment, microphones, digital audio systems, transmitters, antennas, control systems, remote equipment, etc.
•Works with programming/promotion departments to coordinate and maintain remote broadcasts as needed

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
•Knowledge of all applicable FCC rules and regulations
•Advanced experience with cluster-wide audio routing, digital audio delivery, EAS, Studio Telephone and engineering IT systems
•Computer literacy in applicable software packages (Microsoft OS and Office Suite, OpX Automation Systems, etc.)
•Ability to troubleshoot broadcast equipment to the component level
•Ability to work independently to troubleshoot/repair high-power AM and FM transmitting facilities
•Extensive IT skills including local area and wide area networking
•Excellent verbal and written communication skills
•Problem-solving ability and skill in prioritizing
•Knowledge of electrical systems, UPS, and standby generators and record keeping
•Knowledge of telephone systems and protocols including POTS, ISDN, T1, DSL and PRI circuits
•Interact with management and staff at all levels and ability to multi-task and handle pressures and deadlines
•Minimum 5 years as Station Assistant or Chief Engineer

Education and Licensing Requirements
•Associates or technical degree in Broadcasting Engineering Technology or related field or equivalent level of experience
•SBE Certification a plus
•Must possess valid state drivers license and provide required proof of personal vehicle insurance

Physical Requirements
•May require lifting or moving up to 75 lbs
•May require climbing ladders and working on elevated surfaces (e.g. rooftops)
•Requires good manual dexterity for soldering, use of hand tools and working on small components
•Ability to be on 24 x 7 x 365 callout for after hours emergencies or routine maintenance as the need arises

For immediate consideration, please send all resumes to engineeringposition@cumulus.com and, in the subject line, reference Ft Walton CE, AND your name.
(ex. Ft Walton CE – Joe Smith)

Please no phone calls or emails than noted above. Candidates with disabilities and who need assistance in the application process may write to Cumulus Media Attn: Engineering Dept, 9801 Westheimer Suite 700 – Houston, TX 77042.

(10/09/14)

Category:
News
Position/Title:
News Director
Details:
WEAR is seeking an experienced, hands-on, News Director with strong leadership and an aggressive style.
Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
9/2/2014
Closing Date:
10/2/2014
City:
Pensacola – 32506
State:
Florida
URL:
www.weartv.com

Experience:
•Must have a working knowledge of journalistic ethics, libel, and privacy laws.
•You will bring strong fiscal experience for both operational and capital expenditures.
•Must have a demonstrated ability to manage multiple hours of daily newscasts on two stations and must have a proven track record of success in building a winning news organization.
•Journalism degree and a minimum of five years’ experience in news management with noted leadership skills required.
Requirements:
•Primarily responsible for managing the stations’ news operations, setting budgets, establishing goals and directing the staff that produces 30+ hours of local news weekly.
•Responsible for initiating and managing content delivery on multiple platforms.
•Work closely with local and corporate management to establish News content, philosophy and direction.
•Review daily newscasts to ensure quality control and brand compliancy and subsequently provide feedback to all news staff.
•Recruiting, hiring and negotiating contracts for news department personnel.
•Collaborate with other managers to develop marketing plans, to establish ratings goals, and to effectively reach said goals.
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

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(10-02-14)

September 1, 2014

In the early days of broadcasting (both radio and television) engineers had to understand the art of audio mixing.  Maybe from just a single performer to a full orchestra.  Over the years the need for this type of knowledge diminished and along with that the art of creating “quality” (not quantity) audio suffered. This is like the commercial with the lady ordering a sandwich and asking “Where’s the Beef?”, now we say “Where’s the Audio”?

 Well…as we say in the South…”times are a-changing”.  Due to new technology the customers for our product are more aware of what quality audio should sound like.  Advancements in audio sound systems… theater surround sound, headphone design, multi-channel auto sound systems, etc. have made consumers aware of what quality audio should sound like.

Our job as broadcast engineers is basically to take the program content created by the programming department and then deliver it (without any degradation) to the consumer.  This of course can be a daunting task at the least.  A full understanding of what sound is and how the human ear receives and converts it is very important.

Along with that, the art of mixing audio is making a come-back into the broadcast arena.  Radio groups like Clear Channel and others are now creating “live studios” for visiting artist and bands.  Talk shows and remotes often use multiple microphones, radio and television stations frequently host groups of performers for special events.  Broadcast Engineers are often called on to help “mix” audio for live shows and church services.

Mixing audio is more than just plugging in microphones; there is an art to creating a “quality mix” that will please the listening and viewing public.  A recent survey indicated that television viewers are more tolerant with poor picture quality than with inferior audio quality.

The ABA Engineering Academy is putting together a special one day seminar “The Art of Mixing Audio” which will cover all aspects of live and recorded audio mixing. Topics will cover microphone selection and placement, operation of a multichannel audio mixer, live sound setup and equipment selection.  This will be a hands-on seminar presented by professional mixing and sound engineers with years of experience.

The ABA is offering this seminar at no cost to broadcast engineers, church sound volunteers, and anyone interested in learning more about mixing quality audio.  If you are interested in attending click here to fill out a short information sheet.

 Please return the information sheet to Larry Wilkins.

Larry Wilkins CPBE®
Alabama Broadcasters Association
334-303-2525