Category: Master Control

Position/Title: Master Control Operator

Details: WPMI/WJTC is seeking a highly detail oriented Master Control Operator with excellent communication skills. You will be responsible for broadcast operations including setting up, controlling and monitoring television broadcasting equipment to transmit television programs and commercials to the viewing audience as indicated to the program log. Additional duties include on-air switching, dubbing, and transferring programs and gathering satellite feeds for broadcast use and other responsibilities as needed.

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Date Posted: 11/22/2013

Closing Date: 12/31/2013

City: Mobile – 36609

State: Alabama

URL: www.local15tv.com

Experience: Previous television or radio experience preferred.

Requirements: Dependability and excellent attention to detail are essential. Knowledge of computers and an aptitude for operating electronic equipment. Must work well individually, as well as with others. Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include nights, weekends, and holidays.

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 (12-31-13)

The Alabama News Network in Montgomery, Alabama is looking for 2 LSM’s to lead their unique 5 station group sales efforts. One will lead our ABC, CW, and Heartland Sales Team and one will lead our CBS and MeTV Sales Team. If you’re a proven driver and have the ability to take over the reins of an experienced, motivated, and eager sales team and can take them to the moon, then this is the best career move you will ever make. Any candidate to be considered must have Television Sales Management experience or at least 5 years of Television Sales experience with a proven track record of success. Ideal candidates will have Wide Orbit Traffic and Sales experience, good computer skills, great organization skills, be professional in appearance, and have exceptional presentation skills. Experience selling multiple stations and multiple platforms are a plus. The successful candidates that are offered these positions will receive great compensation packages and company benefits. No phone calls please. EOE If you think you’re ready, send me your resume along with cover letter and references to: General Manager Alabama Telecasters, Inc. 4001 Carmichael Road Suite 100 Montgomery, Alabama 36106 Or Email: jgrear@waka.com (12-25-13)

WAKA-TV, CBS 8/WNCF-TV, ABC Montgomery is looking for a multi talented On Air Meteorologist who will work in the weather department as well as handle news web site and social media responsibilities. Candidate will be responsible for creating weather graphics, organizing school visits and “fill-in” on air when other meteorologists are off. This person will also be a key player during severe weather. As a Digital Media Specialist, candidate will produce day to day web site news content, such as breaking and developing news. This person must take lead role in social media by developing news for twitter, on Facebook and assisting the desk with text alerts. On Air Experience as Meteorologist preferred. Degree in Meteorology required. Strong digital and social media background through education or work related preferred. (12-25-13)

Alabama Public Television (APT), the statewide educational & public television network seeks a Director of Development to focus & grow revenue generating activities & manage the development team. This is a full-time position for the Alabama Educational Television Foundation Authority that reports directly to the executive management of APT. For detailed requirements, please see posting under “Employment” at www.aptv.org. To apply, mail cover letter, resume & 3 professional references to: APT HR Manager, 2112 11th Ave. S, #400, B’ham, AL 35205 or e-mail to: tneeley@aptv.org by 12/31/13. NO PHONE CALLS/FAXES. APT is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. (12/31/13)

WAAY – TV, the ABC affiliate in Huntsville, Alabama has an immediate opening for a Weather Meteorologist / Reporter to join our weather team. Weather is the #1 concern for the audience in the Huntsville, Alabama market and they are very savvy weather consumers. WAAY is looking for someone who has a passion for weather, on and off the air.

Candidates must be an expert on tornado forecasting and tracking, able to accurately forecast all types of extreme weather conditions and present compelling, educational weather presentations to our viewers, via TV, the web and various social media outlets, be able to work flexible hours, and work well in a high stress environment. Public appearances and community goodwill are essential elements to this position.

A minimum of 2 years experience as a broadcast meteorologist, a degree in Meteorology or other like science, AMS and/or NWS seal are required. WAAY – TV is a Baron HD equipped station with Fast Trac, Viper, Storm Warn and Omni as our main weather equipment. We present our weather outside the studio in our beautiful outdoor weather garden located 1000 feet above the city of Huntsville.

If you are the right person for this job, email your cover letter, resume and links to recent video presentations of your work to: jobs@waaytv.com Or mail with DVD to: Meteorologist WAAY – TV 1000 Monte Sano Blvd Huntsville, AL 35801 WAAY – TV is an equal opportunity employer. No Phone Calls Please! (12-18-13)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)