Production Assistant Job Opening

Job Summary:

Clear Channel Communications, Inc. is the world’s largest radio and outdoor advertising company with leading market positions in each of its two business segments: Radio and Outdoor. Clear Channel is also one of the most innovative media players in the market – a leader in the converging media space, developing the best-in-class integrated media offers (e.g. Radio/Web) and building significant positions in the HD arena.

The Assistant Production Director role is a demanding creative position, requiring leadership and networking skills. The APD works with the Production Director and assists with, among other things, the execution of commercials. This role may require writing, dubbing, voicing, archiving commercials and on-air announcing and board operator duties.

Required Experience:

Assist in management of commercial production staff and work load
Work with AEs and clients to create customized spec spots.
Consult with clients about creative
Write, produce, and voice commercials
Read or ad-lib to identify station, introduce and close shows, and announce station breaks
Work closely with traffic and continuity to assure all commercials air correctly
Monitor commercial content to meet legal, ethical, and decency standards.
Work with PD’s on any commercial content challenges to meet legal, ethical and decency standards.
Create any other kinds of production AEs need for presentations or wrap ups.
Assist in checking missing report nightly to correct any discrepancies in the following day’s log.
Adhere to all company policies and procedures regarding indecency and obscenity.
Depending on skill level, work an approved and previously agreed upon air shift.
Maintain a website personality page. Must be kept up-to-date with relevant material that is appropriate for the given station.
Participate in required station Programming, Promotions, and Sales staff meetings and events.
Make regular approved appearances at paid, and non-paid, station events (community events, station concerts, etc…).
Work hours likely to be staggered; meaning your day could start on 9:30 or 10 a.m. until 6:30-7 p.m. Possible to be Noon-8 p.m. on Friday’s
Be on call for possible disasters, breaking news, or acts of nature.

Required Skills:

Knowledge of all FCC rules and regulations
Ability to work under tight deadlines
Ability to work well under pressures
Ability to work independently and collaborate with others.
Excellent communication skills
Should have the ability to take initiative and be proactive as well as have the flexibility and assertiveness to get things done
Valid driver’s license
Minimum two years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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.

(08-10-14)

Job Title: Nightside Executive Producer Posting Dates: July 4-July 31, 2014
Station: WHNT-TV Huntsville, AL Reports to: News Director
Assistant News Director

Purpose/reason for this Position:
WHNT NEWS 19 (CBS) in Huntsville (aka Rocket City), Alabama, is anticipating a future opening for a Nightside Executive Producer.
We are seeking a dynamic, hands-on individual who knows ho to craft a compelling newscast that consistently wins its time period. If you want to take your career to the next level, we may have the job for you. We are searching for an EP who will maximize the great lead-in audience that CBS delivers to our doorstep at 10pm and challenge the evening crew on a nightly basis.
The PM EP is charged with directly overseeing the content, resources and personnel of the early evening (5/6/6:30pm) and late (9&10pm) newscasts. We are looking for a creative, visionary producer with a proven track record. The ideal candidate will also be a fearless leader with strong people skills. If rehashing content from the early newscasts is okay by you, this is not the job for you. We want someone who is invigorated by breaking news and likes to eat the competition alive. You must be willing and able to oversee our product on-air, online, on mobile platforms and on social media.

Core Job Functions:
•Writing: Consistently writing clear, compelling, easy-to-understand, news stories and teases, making maximum use of video, graphics, live shots, and all the tools available to achieve superb story telling.
•Aggressive Response to Breaking News: On air, online, on social media and on all platforms.
•Quality Control: Enforcing standards and expectations of the early evening/late news team. Newscasts should be executed with minimal on-air errors and consistently meet deadlines.
•Content Development: Making sure that the evening newscasts are mining all resources to present a fresh and forward-thinking newscast that reflects a clear sense of urgency and immediacy. Coordinates with team to develop story ideas and offers innovative suggestions for story coverage/treatment, reduces repetition of stories from newscast to newscast, digs for new information to advance stories, generates unique content for assigned newscast, understands newscast audience make-up
•Produce Web/Mobile/Social Media Content: The PM EP is responsible for making sure the station’s website and social media sites are aggressively updated.
•Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
Strong command of the English language, grammar, spelling and punctuation. Ability to work under extreme pressure and deadlines. Good communication skills and team-building skills. Ability to multi-task. Basic non-linear editing and ftp’ing.

Education Requirements:
A college degree in Journalism or Broadcast Communications or related-degree is preferred. Also prefer candidates with 3+ years experience as a producer in a commercial television station.

Physical Requirements:
Dexterity to operate a computer and other such equipment. Vision to review and approve news scripts, view news, etc.

Relationships:
INTERNAL CONTACTS:EXTERNAL CONTACTS:
Assistant News DirectorCustomers (our viewers)
News DirectorNews sources(police, elected officials, PR contacts)
Anchors, Reporters
Photographers, Editors
Production Crew
Promotions Department
Engineering

If you have what it takes, rush your resume, references, news philosophy and weblink of your most recent newscast by email to Denise Vickers, VP of News, denise.vickers@whnt.com. If you must snail mail it, send to: WHNT-TV, 200 Holmes Ave., Huntsville, AL 35801.

(07-31-14)

MISSISSIPPI AUTHORITY FOR EDUCATIONAL TELEVISION
IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

TITLE OF POSITION: Education Specialist (PIN 0157)

DEPARTMENT:Education

ANNUAL ENTRY SALARY: $33,680.64

JOB DUTIES INCLUDE:

Mississippi Public Broadcasting is seeking an experienced certified educator in the Education Department. The successful candidate will display knowledge of K-12 education issues such as Common Core Standards, Dropout Prevention, Achievement Gaps, SAT and/or MCT2 Assessments, Continuing Education, Online Learning, Classroom Technology Integration, and Professional Development. The ideal candidate must possess strong presentation and organization skills and be available to travel as needed. In addition, the candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A Master’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in the area assigned by the agency, (AND) two (2) years of experience in professional education or closely related work: (OR) Class “AA” Certification from the Department of Education in area assigned by the agency, (AND) two (2) years of experience in professional education or closely related work; (OR) A Bachelor’s from an accredited four-year college or university in the area assigned by the agency, (AND) three (3) years of experience in professional education or closely related work; (OR) A Class “A” Certification from the Department of Education in the area assigned by the agency, (AND) three (3) years of experience in professional education or closely related work. Required Document: A copy of current Mississippi “AA” or “A” teaching certificate must be submitted with the Experience and Training Record, where applicable. This position is classified as State Service, Exempt. See Web Site for complete description (www.mpbonline.org). SUBMIT: State of Mississippi application (hard copy obtained via www.mpbonline.org under How to Apply) to Personnel, Mississippi Public Broadcasting, 3825 Ridgewood Road, Jackson, MS 39211 received by July 11, 2014. Resumes not accepted in lieu of applications.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT:
MISSISSIPPI AUTHORITY FOR EDUCATIONAL TELEVISION
3825 RIDGEWOOD ROAD, JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI 39211

July 7, 2014 Cindy Neal, Human Resources Director 601-432-627

(07-11-14)

WSFA 12 News seeks outgoing, energetic Digital Sales STAR. The position reports to Digital Sales Manager and is responsible for day to day sales of our digital product portfolio. This person will work independently to develop advertising relationships. WSFA is on the cutting edge of media companies with a product suite that includes Internet, mobile, SMS, e-mail marketing, deals, contesting and social media. High volume phone and face-to-face calls will be required daily. Applicant must be an excellent communicator, highly computer literate and passionate about the value of digital media. Please send your resume and links to your work to; careers-raycommedia.icims.com. No phone calls please. EOE-M/F/D/V

(07-16-15)

There are a number of events coming up that engineers should take note of.

The ABA Engineering Academy will be conducting the Radio Engineering Class July 14th – 18th.  The Television Engineering Class will be held September 8th – 12th.

These classes are offered by the ABA Engineering Academy at no cost and are held at the ABA Training Center in Hoover.

If you are involved with audio mixing at your station or church, Presonus will be offering a free road show twice in July.  On Wednesday July 23rd they will be at Bailey Brothers Music 4673 Highway 280 East Birmingham and Thursday July 24th it will be at Eat My Beats 4755 Jug Factory Road Tuscaloosa.

The ABA will hold its annual convention Friday and Saturday August 15th and 16th.  On Saturday the ABA Engineering Academy will host an “Engineering Seminar” covering the topic “Audio and Video over IP”.  Four great presentations will be offered by Comrex, Wheatstone, TVU Networks and Gates Air.  Registration for the seminar is only $30.00 which includes lunch.

There will also be a large engineering exhibit hall with plenty of vendors.  This will be held at the Hyatt Regency/Wynfrey Hotel in Hoover.

Don’t forget your area monthly SBE meetings:

Huntsville meets first Tuesday of the month
Contact Hal Beach beachboy821@wowway.com

Birmingham meets the first Wednesday of the month
Contact:Tim Costley tcostley@sbgtv.com

Montgomery meets the first Thursday of the month
Contact Wiley Boswell wiely@faithradio.org

Finally…we would like to encourage all stations to take advantage of the Alternative Broadcast Inspection Program offered by the ABA/FCC. This is an excellent way to make sure your station is in complete compliance with FCC rules and regulations. For complete information contact Larry Wilkins.

For more information or to sign up online for the Engineering Classes or the ABA Convention visit  and click on the Engineering tab. You may also contact Academy Director Larry Wilkins at 334-303-2525.

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

Multimedia Journalist

Department: News

POSITION SUMMARY:

Demonstrated ability to perform live, on-scene reporting making use of taped inserts and live interviews. Complete daily videotaped stories to deadline. Establish news contacts/sources in coverage area. Generate story ideas. Coordinate ideas for series/special reports. Interview news sources to obtain material for reports. Produce high quality news video and sound with the ability to edit the material for broadcast. Care for and maintain all assigned equipment including basic vehicle care. Safely and courteously operate station news vehicle at all times. Respond quickly and enthusiastically to all news assignments. Utilize social media such as Facebook and Twitter to post stories and generate interaction with our audience. Write content for ABC 33/40 website.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. College degree in Journalism, Mass Communications, or equivalent work experience.

2. Minimum of 2 years TV news reporting experience preferred. Background in news photography preferred..

3. Able to maneuver heavy equipment successfully in the field, particularly on sites with difficult accessibility.

4. Geographic knowledge of coverage area.

5. Strong packaging, writing and communication skills.

6. Able to attend work regularly.

7. Available to work irregular hours, weekends, and holidays.

8. Possession of a valid Driver’s License and able to operate company vehicles in a safe manner.

9. Capable of handling the physical and mental requirements including:

· Ability to understand and orally communicate in English;

· Ability to read computer monitor information (words and data);

· Ability to hear detailed spoken communication;

· Ability to remain sedentary;

· Ability to perform manual dexterity tasks with hands, fingers;

· Ability to analyze data, concentrate, reason, and write; and

· Ability to perform under emotional stress.

Alabama’s ABC 33/40
Human Resources Department
800 Concourse Pkwy – Suite 200
Birmingham, AL 35244

Or email us at hr@abc3340.com or fax your resume to 205-982-3928

No Phone Calls Please

It is the Station’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, national, origin, sex, or other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state or local law, in all personnel actions including recruitment, evaluation, selection, promotion, compensation, training and termination. Also it is the Station’s policy to promote the realization of equal employment opportunity through a positive, continuing program of specific practices designed to ensure the full realization of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex and any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.

(08-06-14)

Category:
Production
Position/Title:
Morning Audio Operator

Details:
Local 15 WPMI-TV is seeking a Morning Audio Operator. Operator’s main responsibility will be to maintain and run all studio audio equipment that is required for a live or taped show. Candidate will also be a studio camera operator during the week along with certain production responsibilities.

Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
7/2/2014
Closing Date:
8/31/2014
City:
Mobile – 36609
State:
Alabama
URL:
www.Local15tv.com

Experience:
Should have background in audio based operation and work in pressure situations. Technical experience preferred.

Requirements:
Other responsibilities will include graphics work in creating on air graphics for newscast, directing broadcast segments and possibly some video editing of news stories and commercial production. Candidate will also possibly be used for live or taped on location events.

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

(08-31-14)

News Content Specialist (PT) – Successful candidate will perform traditional production assistant duties (chyron, audio, studio camera, and teleprompter) as well as newsroom duties including editing, assigning/dispatching and posting to our website. This is an exciting position with great potential for upward mobility. Flexible schedule required. College Degree and/or relevant experience preferred. Must be able to work nights, weekends, holidays, extra hours, etc. Must have the ability to drive. Please send your resume and links to your work to; careers-raycommedia.icims.com/jobs/2386/news-content-specialist/job. No phone calls or faxes please. EOE-M/F/D/V

(08-06-14)

Reporter/Anchor – WBRC is seeking a weekend anchor and weekday reporter to join one of the strongest local news teams in the Southeast. We need an experienced journalist who knows how to tell great stories from the anchor desk and LIVE from the field. The successful candidate must have a work history that includes breaking news coverage and in-depth reporting on significant issues to a local community. We also need someone who knows how to manage storytelling on multiple platforms (web and social media). Must be able to work nights, weekends, holidays, extra hours, etc. Must have a valid driver license. College degree in journalism or a related experience required. Please send your resume and links to your work to; careers-raycommedia.icims.com/jobs/2300/reporter-anchor/job. No phone calls or faxes please. EOE-M/F/D/V

(08-06-14)

The University of Alabama, on behalf of the Center for Public Television and Radio and WVUA-TV, seeks applications from dynamic individuals interested in assuming a leadership position as Director of Engineering and Technical Services, headquartered in the University’s newly completed Digital Media Center. Housed within the University’s Bryant Denny Stadium, the DMC opened this year as the new home for the University’s professional media assets and a state-of-the-art, hands-on laboratory for students. Comprised of Alabama Public Radio, the Center for Public Television, and WVUA-TV, the DMC engages faculty, staff and students in the production of award-winning, multi-media programming designed to inspire, educate, and inform Alabamians.

This position functions as chief engineer and technology officer for: Alabama Public Radio, a public radio network reaching approximately 80 percent of the state; the Center for Public Television, a production center for both non-commercial and commercial multi-media series and specials; and WVUA-TV, one of just two full power commercial stations in the country licensed to a university. The position is required to maintain a high operational standard relative to technological innovation, strategic investigation of current and emerging distribution platforms, maintenance and upkeep of various broadcast and computer technologies, compliance with FCC broadcast regulations and general knowledge of digital broadcast, mobile, computer and online industries. As a member of the senior management team, the position is a hands-on leader who supervises, trains and evaluates a staff of broadcast, operations, and IT engineers and technicians in keeping all facilities in top-notch condition and positioned for future development. Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of six years of broadcast operations and advanced technology experience required. Visit UA’s employment website at jobs.ua.edu for more information and to apply. Closing date 07/31/2014. EOE/AA

(07-31-14)