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BUSINESS MANAGER – WVTM

WVTM, the Hearst-owned NBC station in Birmingham, AL, has an opening for a Business Manager. This role is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to have responsibility for many functions within a fast-paced business. If you are an analytical numbers person but also have an interest in supporting people, this is a great opportunity for you. This position is a unique blend of Human Resources and finance/accounting activities. You will also work collaboratively with a strong regional support team for HR/Payroll as well as on the monthly financial closing and the annual budget process. If you enjoy interactions and teambuilding along with engaging in our community to make it better, then you belong atop Red Mountain with WVTM 13. The ideal candidate must possess excellent and positive communications skills, organization skills, and have a good grasp of financial elements. *In-office presence is required

What you’ll do

Human Resources

Employee relations
Onboarding/offboarding
Leave and workers compensation management
Benefit related assistance
Employee data management through Oracle HCM
Performance management
Payroll
Bi-weekly and weekly payroll review/processing/reconciliation through ADP
Prepare monthly reports from ADP
General Business Functions
Interpretation and communication of financial results
Liaison between station and regional accounting group on financial reporting
Forecasting and budgeting of station revenues and operating expenses
Accounts Payable & Expenses
Invoice processing and approval
Purchasing card & travel and entertainment report review/approval
Local operating contract maintenance
Sales/Use Tax reporting
Fleet Management

What we are looking for
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Highly detail oriented and organized
Ability to meet assigned deadlines and prioritize multiple responsibilities accordingly
Ability to interpret and analyze various levels of financial data and provide guidance and recommendations
Ability to act and operate independently with minimal daily direction from manager to accomplish directives
Desire to be in our community and with our colleagues to make Birmingham Better.

Experience
Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience
3+ years HR experience. PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SCP
Payroll experience a plus
Previous accounting/finance experience
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point
Experience in HR and Accounting software applications including Oracle (HCM & EPBCS) and ADP
Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training and experience will be considered.

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst’s benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.
Medical | Dental | Vision
401(k) matching
Emotional Wellness Support
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
LGBTQ+ Health Services
Additional benefits to meet your family’s needs

MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST – WEAR

WEAR is looking for an Multi-Media Journalist. Your responsibilities as an MMJ will include reporting, shooting and editing news stories, enterprising story ideas, developing contacts, as well as other responsibilities as assigned. You will be expected to produce daily content on a variety of platforms including the internet, social networking sites and mobile phones, in addition to television.

Skills and Experience:

Sharp news judgment
The ability to tell an NPPA style story
Excellent technical skills
The ability to work well independently
Must have and maintain a valid license and a good driving record
Requirements and Qualifications:

A minimum of 1 year reporting experience is required
Experience with live shots is required
Experience with Live-U is a plus
While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel.

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Same Posting Description for Internal and External Candidates

NEWS PHOTOGRAPHER – WEAR

WEAR is looking for a creative full-time News Photographer! We are seeking someone who can see beyond the lens and bring back compelling stories. The candidate should have 1 year 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. 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. Working knowledge of Live U equipment is preferred.

Requirements and Qualifications:

At least one year of shooting experience and technical knowledge of editing and photo equipment
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

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Same Posting Description for Internal and External Candidates

TRAFFIC COORDINATOR – WAKA

WAKA-TV / Action 8 News (CBS/ABC/CW/MeTV) has an immediate opening for a Traffic Coordinator to provide support to the Sales Department in Montgomery, AL! Be part of a high-performance media organization to program and broadcast commercial content for Local and National clients across the River Region in Alabama’s State Capitol! This position will report directly to the Traffic Manager.

What you’ll accomplish as a Traffic Coordinator (Essential Duties):
• Multi-task with processing new commercial orders and adjustments to existing contracts and daily television logs across four stations
• Daily interaction with Local and National television sales professions
• Cross department collaboration with sales, engineering, master control, etc.
• Applying traffic instructions to scheduled commercial contracts
• Assist sales department with various client needs such as reports or material information
• Any task deemed necessary by management
• So much more

What you’ll need as a Traffic Coordinator (Preferred Qualifications):
• High school diploma
• English language skills
• Meticulous data-entry skills
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Knowledge of, and the ability to interpret, sales contracts
• Ability to comply with deadlines and perform under pressure
• Proficiency with computers and an ability to learn new software quickly
• Keen on learning new systems promptly and thoroughly
• Attention to detail
• Must be focused and organized
• Ability to work independently
• At least 1 year of experience in clerical support or administrative assistance preferred
• Previous Station traffic experience preferred
• Previous Wide Orbit experience preferred
• In-person attendance is required

If this sounds like you, WAKA-TV / Action 8 News could be your next home!

Please send resume to jobs@waka.com. No phone calls please. EOE

BROADCAST IT SUPERVISOR – WBMA/WTTO/WABM

WBMA/WTTO/WABM – Birmingham, AL has an excellent opportunity for a full-time Broadcast IT Supervisor The Broadcast IT Supervisor oversees the technical infrastructure that supports broadcast operations, newsroom systems, and station-wide IT needs. This role ensures reliable on-air performance, maintains mission-critical systems, and leads a team responsible for supporting end-users, broadcast equipment, and IT workflows. The supervisor acts as a bridge between engineering, IT, and production teams to guarantee uninterrupted content creation and transmission.

Key Responsibilities

1. IT & Broadcast Systems Management

Maintain and support broadcast technology including automation systems, newsroom computer systems (NRCS), asset management systems, routing/switching, and playback servers.
Oversee core IT infrastructure: servers, networks, storage, virtualization environments, cloud services, and workstations.
Monitor system performance and resolve issues impacting production or transmission.
Manage backup, recovery, and redundancy strategies for broadcast and IT systems.

2. Team Leadership & Workflow Coordination

Supervise IT/broadcast support staff, schedule coverage, and assign daily tasks.
Provide mentoring, performance feedback, and technical guidance.
Coordinate cross-departmentally with engineering, news, production, and corporate IT teams.
Establish and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) and best practices.

3. Troubleshooting & Operational Support

Lead frontline support for on-air and digital platform outages, escalating to engineering as needed.
Diagnose hardware, software, and network issues under time-critical conditions.
Support studio, control room, and remote production workflows.
Maintain technical documentation, system diagrams, and inventory.

4. Project Planning & Implementation

Assist with system upgrades, equipment installations, and new technology deployments.
Manage vendor relationships and service contracts.
Participate in planning for new studios, workflow redesigns, and IT/broadcast modernization initiatives.
Ensure alignment with corporate security, compliance, and technology standards.

5. Cybersecurity & Compliance

Implement IT security policies, patching, and access control.
Monitor for vulnerabilities and maintain compliance with FCC, corporate, and industry regulations.
Ensure safe operation of broadcast systems within the corporate network environment.
Skills & Qualifications Required

Strong understanding of broadcast systems (e.g., Grass Valley, ENPS, Ross, Evertz, Imagine/Florical, Adobe, Avid, etc.).
Solid IT background: Windows/Linux administration, networking (TCP/IP, VLANs, firewalls), virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V), cloud platforms.
Experience in fast-paced live production environments.
Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to work under pressure.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.
Must maintain a valid license and acceptable driving record.
Preferred

Experience with RF, transmission, and studio engineering workflows.
Certification(s): CompTIA Network+/Security+, Cisco CCNA, AWS, Microsoft, SBE certifications.
Familiarity with remote/field production and IP-based control systems.
Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in IT, Engineering, Broadcast Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
3–5 years of IT or broadcast engineering experience.
Working Conditions

On-call rotation for emergency support.
Occasional nights, weekends, or holidays during major events or outages.
Ability to lift equipment (up to 40–50 lbs) and work in technical areas such as racks, transmitter sites, and studios.

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

ASSIGNMENT EDITOR – WSFA

WSFA 12 News in Montgomery, Alabama is looking for an aggressive Assignment Editor with solid news judgment who can handle multiple tasks simultaneously and adjust to a constantly changing environment. The ideal candidate must be calm in the chaos while evaluating resources, making good decisions, and communicating clearly and effectively under a deadline.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

– Plan and execute multiplatform news coverage
– Assist with the daily flow of news to the newsroom for appropriate coverage on-air and on the station’s digital/ streaming platforms
– Manage logistics and resources
– Communicate clearly and effectively with broadcast and digital producers, field crews
– Gather meaningful news information from various sources; generate story ideas, discern credible news tips, and assign news crews
– Develop story ideas, confirm information
– Monitor phone lines, email, and social media
– Monitor news sources to ensure news is being appropriately covered.
– Take in live feeds and coordinate interviews
– Create and publish content to digital and social media platforms as needed

Qualifications/Requirements:

– Bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism or related field, or equivalent training and/or experience
– At least two years working a major market newsroom assignment desk (or equivalent experience)
– Outstanding editorial skills, interpersonal communication skills, and time management skills
– Working knowledge of AP Style and social media platforms
– Scheduling flexibility is required
Preferred:
– Basic knowledge of video and still photography, and editing
– Experience with ENPS preferred

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings. You may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on “apply now” to upload your resume, cover letter, and references.

ANCHOR/MMJ – WSFA

WSFA 12 News in Montgomery, Alabama is looking for an Anchor/MMJ. The successful candidate will report daily and co-anchor various newscasts and report as needed outside the building. Candidate must be energetic, driven, have solid news judgment and strong reporting and live skills. Must also be able to tell difficult stories, possess an investigative edge and be creative, adapting to various news stories.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following:

– Must be a leader in the newsroom and excel at breaking news coverage from the studio and in the field.
– Must be aggressive and consistent with coverage online and with social media on all platforms.
– Must be skilled to shoot & edit their own stories and employ digital first strategies.
– Must contribute consistently on facebook, X, as well as facebook LIVE and strong writing for the News App and website.
– Exceptional planning, developing story ideas, and creative storytelling are a must.
– Must be a self-starter, demonstrate urgency to their delivery as well as possess very strong writing skills.
– There will be daily anchoring at 4:00pm as well as daily MMJ reporting Monday-Friday.

Qualifications/Requirements:

– Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field.
– 2+ years of experience reporting, writing, producing, shooting, and editing video content for newscasts
– Show ability to anchor and has filled in as an anchor
– Strong written and oral communication skills
– Proficient with video, camera equipment, Edius Editing, ENPS, and Social Media
– Self-motivated and highly organized

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings. You may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on “apply now” to upload your resume, cover letter, and references.

REGIONAL SALES ASSITANT – WEAR

WEAR has an exciting opportunity for a Regional National Sales Assistant. If you would like to work in the exciting business of television sales, this could be the job for you!

Responsibilities include:

Entering orders received from our national advertisers
Regular communication with the National Sales Manager, with National Agencies, and with other station departments
Develop a firm understanding of the sales process and Nielsen ratings
Organizing and maintaining schedules
Other duties as assigned
Skills and Qualifications:

At least 1-2 years’ experience of administrative support preferred
A high level of organizational skills and the ability to prioritize
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Broadcast Sales, media buying, or agency experience is a plus
Strong attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple tasks under a deadline
Maintain a positive demeanor and customer service focus

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Same Posting Description for Internal and External Candidates

FIRST ALERT REPORTER – WBRC

WBRC 6 News in Birmingham, AL, is seeking a multimedia journalist to prepare and present breaking news to our morning audiences on various platforms.

We are looking for a Journalist who is hungry for urgent news. This person must be resourceful and able to scope out new information and break stories. The position requires someone to find and prepare urgent news stories for linear TV and digital audiences. Occasional anchoring and field reporting will also be assigned.

Please note – primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the information listed above

Qualifications/Requirements:

– BA degree in broadcasting or equivalent work experience
– Expert-level ad libbing skills
– Expert-level shooting, writing, and editing skills
– Master storyteller
– Ability to meet deadlines
– Strong broadcast and AP style writing skills
– Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
– Minimum of 2 years of experience in a local newsroom

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on “apply now”, include your resume and references

NEWS PRODUCER – WALA

Job Summary/Description:
WALA Fox 10News is looking for a dynamic producer to join its award-winning news team. The successful candidate must have a great attitude, and desire to create memorable newscasts. You should value accuracy, be a strong writer and good communicator. You will search ENPS and multiple other sources for stories, including Fox & CNN. You must maintain strong working relationships with anchors, reporters and other producers.
The position requires you to have a flexible schedule and fill-in on other shows as needed, including some holidays.
The successful candidate will be responsible for (but not limited to) the following:
– Use editorial judgment to help determine content of the newscasts.
– Work with reporters and news managers to create unique, fast-paced newscasts.
– Use social media to determine content of newscasts and highlight big social stories.
– Use creative production techniques such as graphics and other forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance newscasts and stories.
– Research for facts and credibility.
– Perform other tasks as required by supervisor or executive producer.
– Deliver unscripted breaking news coverage and special event coverage to the community at large.
– Collaborate with reporters and management in the development of broadcast content such as newscasts, promotions, and teases.
– Evaluate leads and tips in order to develop story ideas.
– Develop and organize newscasts.
– Make time-sensitive decisions.
– Write clearly for multiple platforms on tight deadlines.
– Demonstrate creativity and strong editorial judgment.
– Follow journalistic and libel laws.

Qualifications/Requirements:
Candidate should have a college degree in journalism or related field.
Prior experience working in a newsroom is a plus.
Knowledge of ENPS newsroom system is a plus.
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopening, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on “apply now”, upload your resume, cover letter and references
Additional Info:
Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior to the first workday.

Qualifications:
Behaviors
Preferred
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Motivations
Preferred
Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

 

About Gray Television:
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About WALA:
WALA FOX10 is the most-watched local media organization in the Mobile/Pensacola market (DMA #57), producing the most hours of live news, weather, and original programming for the market’s Gulf Coast. The main studio is located in Mobile, Alabama (the founding home of Mardi Gras). WALA is the oldest existing television station in the state. FOX10 takes pride in its winning culture and its renowned and historic commitment to the community. The Mobile/Pensacola market is a unique region blending southern charm, a warm climate and white sand beaches.