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MULTI-MEDIA JOURNALIST – ABC 33/40

WBMA ABC 33/40 News 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 2 years 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.

PROGRAMMING MANAGER – AL PUBLIC TELEVISION

Alabama Public Television (APT) is seeking an experienced programming professional to lead the organization’s programming strategy through content planning, program acquisition, scheduling, audience analysis, and producer partnerships. The Programming Manager oversees APT’s programming operations, supervises staff, leads programming initiatives, and fosters relationships with producers, public media organizations, content providers, and community partners.

This leadership role is critical to ensuring APT delivers high-quality, relevant programming that informs, educates, and inspires audiences across Alabama while advancing its public service mission. The successful candidate will be passionate about television programming and audience engagement, with the ability to maximize the reach, relevance, and impact of APT’s content and services.

What You’ll Do

Plan, develop, coordinate, and evaluate programming content and related communication initiatives that support APT’s mission, audience needs, and strategic priorities.
Supervise staff, providing direction and training while ensuring achievement of departmental goals.
Manage and oversee the organization’s programming budget.
Develop and maintain relationships with producers, distributors, public media organizations, educational institutions, community partners, and content providers while identifying programming opportunities, coordinating content acquisition activities, and negotiating programming agreements.
Develop programming schedules to ensure seamless broadcasting.
Coordinate special programming initiatives and pledge programming activities that support audience engagement, fundraising efforts, and strategic organizational goals.
Ensure program logs meet FCC standards and station policies.
Develop and manage programming communications, website content, featured programming highlights, and promotional materials that increase audience awareness and engagement.
Support membership and fundraising efforts through programming promotions, ticket offers, special presentations, and audience engagement initiatives.
Coordinate programming information with internal and external stakeholders and collaborate with the Multiplatform Content Department to analyze audience engagement, content performance, and promotional effectiveness to inform programming strategies.
Contribute to the development and distribution of APT’s weekly newsletter.
Respond to viewer inquiries about programming and scheduling.
Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Journalism, Broadcasting, Communications, Media Studies, or a closely related field.
Six (6) years of professional experience in television broadcasting, public media programming, or related operations, including at least two (2) years of professional experience in program planning, content acquisition, scheduling, program development, or programming management.
Preferred Qualifications

Experience with PBS programming services, scheduling platforms, policies, and standards.
Experience managing programming budgets, negotiating content acquisition agreements, and overseeing broadcast scheduling operations.
Experience analyzing audience engagement, ratings, digital analytics, or content performance metrics to inform programming decisions.
Experience coordinating content partnerships with producers, distributors, educational organizations, or media partners.
Supervisory or management experience.
Familiarity with FCC regulations, broadcast standards, and compliance reporting.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong verbal and written communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines effectively.
Knowledge of television programming, content acquisition, and scheduling principles.
Knowledge of broadcast industry trends, content distribution platforms, and viewer engagement practices.
Ability to analyze data and audience insights to support strategic decision-making.
Ability to effectively supervise, coach, and develop staff.
Why Join APT?

At Alabama Public Television, you’ll help shape the programming that informs, educates, and inspires audiences throughout Alabama. This position offers the opportunity to influence the viewing experience of communities statewide while working with a collaborative team dedicated to serving the public through trusted, impactful media.

SALARY RANGE

$59,272.80 – $99,669.60 (commensurate with experience)

Our Benefits Include:

Comprehensive health, dental, vision, cancer, and flexible spending account (FSA) benefits, effective on date of hire.
Pension plan
Paid annual and sick leave
Paid parental leave
Thirteen paid holidays
PSLF Qualifying Employer
How To Apply

Alabama Public Television is currently accepting resumes for preliminary consideration.

Interested candidates should submit:

Cover letter
Resume
Materials should be submitted to humanresources@aptv.org.

Alabama Public Television is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

ASSIGNMENT AND WEB PRODUCER – CBS 42

The Assignment & Web Producer answers incoming news calls and assigns daily news stories according to the news personnel available and will produce and distribute content elements across several media platforms.

Produce, organize, write, and edit content for newscast
Dispatches photographers, reporters and other personnel to cover stories
Coordinates logistics for news personnel
Participates in daily story meetings and supplies a comprehensive list of all possible news stories and works with the News Director to develop plans for all broadcasts
Assists in development, planning and follow-up of all news stories
Edits video clips as assigned
Collaborate with news producers and managers to conceptualize, produce and present content on multiple media platforms
Regularly confer with other team members to pick strongest editorial piece produced daily and optimize those articles for the web sites
Own the editorial and creative development and coverage of assigned stories across multiple platforms, including but not limited to broadcast, digital and web
Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements & Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in Communications/Journalism or related degree required
One year minimum experience in newsgathering and/or production
Experience writing, producing and editing on a desktop editing system
Knowledge and understanding of various media platforms
Basic understanding and demonstration of multi-media file formats and strong computer skills
Understand the importance of social media

Apply: https://www.alabamas42.com/work-with-cbs-42/

DIGITAL EXECUTIVE PRODUCER – WAFF

Title: Digital Executive Producer
Number of Positions: 1
Department: News
Work Location: Huntsville

JOB SUMMARY: The digital executive producer should lead the daily social media plan – determining what stories go “where” and tailoring content strategically by platform
Ensure the team is responsive on streaming, with live coverage and new content continuously updated in the Streaming Center
Collaborate closely with other news managers as a content expert – working with reporters during the day on story development and execution

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: –
• Monitor analytics to track performance and guide daily digital strategy
• Lead breaking news coverage across digital, social and streaming platforms
• Drive SEO best practices and audience growth initiatives
• Train and coach digital staff on writing, workflow, and platform best practices
• Review scripts for legality, grammar, accuracy, fairness and tone to ensure stories feel right for our audience
*** Please note, the primary job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed above ***
Requirments:
• Background as a Digital Content Producer, Digital Manager, or Executive Producer at a television station
• College degree preferred
• Strong news judgment, leadership, and multi-platform expertise

Interested applicants can apply online at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings by searching the station call letters and attach your resume. Clean MVR required. No phone calls please. EOE-M/F/D/V

MULTIMEDIA REPORTER/ANCHOR – CBS 42

The Multimedia Reporter / Anchor serves as the primary presenter of news stories and other content. Reporter/Anchor produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits and feeds news production content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.
Additional Job Description
o Produce content for multiple platforms, including TV, internet, mobile, etc.
o Produce an OBS style newscast.
o Arrange interviews, shots video, and experience with non-linear editing.
o Work with management to enterprise and develop stories daily
o Demonstrate compelling storytelling using dynamic live shots and stand-ups, creative graphics, and use of digital and social media platforms
o Organize material, determine angle or emphasis, and write story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards
o Gather and verify information regarding stories through interview, observation and research.
o Build network of sources who supply information that allows the Company to stay ahead of its competitors
o Writes stories for the web and other eMedia platforms
o Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
Requirements & Skills:
o Bachelor’s degree in Communication/Journalism or related degree required (equivalent years of experience may substitute for education
o Three (3) years television anchoring or reporting experience required
o Knowledge of OBS and VMIX is preferred.
o Electronic News Gathering (ENG) experience required
o Solid vocal delivery, camera presence, and clear enunciation
o Strong reporting skills
o Understand importance of social media
o Excellent reading, writing, spelling, grammar and organizational skills
o Promotes teamwork and maintains attitude of cooperation with all station personnel
o Operate newsroom computer systems

COMMUNICATIONS AND PUBLIC RELATIONS MANAGER – AL PUBLIC TELEVISION

Alabama Public Television (APT) is seeking an experienced communications professional to lead the organization’s marketing, communications, public relations, audience engagement, and outreach efforts. This position plays a key role in promoting APT’s programming, educational resources, events, and services across Alabama.

The Marketing & Communications Manager develops and implements strategic communications initiatives while overseeing brand management, media relations, digital communications, fundraising support, community partnerships, promotional campaigns, and staff supervision. The position is responsible for strengthening APT’s visibility, reputation, and connection with audiences throughout the state.

The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker, strong writer, and creative communicator who can manage multiple projects, build relationships with stakeholders, and increase awareness of APT’s programs, services, and community impact throughout Alabama.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and execute integrated marketing campaigns that promote APT programming, services, educational initiatives, and events while strengthening the organization’s brand identity, visibility, and public presence.
• Create compelling content for digital, social media, email, print, and broadcast platforms.
• Evaluate audience engagement data, promotional effectiveness, and communications metrics to recommend and implement strategic improvements.
• Serve as APT’s primary contact for media relations, including preparing press releases and coordinating media opportunities.
• Support fundraising and membership efforts through effective promotional campaigns and donor communications.
• Coordinate community outreach activities and represent APT at events and public engagements.
• Coordinate the preparation, writing, editing, and publication of annual reports and other agency publications that communicate organizational accomplishments and impact.
• Coordinate projects with internal departments and external vendors.
• Ensure consistent brand standards and messaging while evaluating marketing performance and recommending improvements.
• Supervise staff and internships, providing direction and training while ensuring achievement of departmental goals.
• Manage and oversee the organization’s marketing budget.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Journalism, Public Relations, Communications, English, or a closely related field.
• Five (5) years of professional work experience in the field of public relations, public information, communications, print journalism, broadcast journalism, or related media promotional/informational work for an organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing and implementing marketing, communications, or public relations strategies that strengthen organizational brand identity and reputation.
• Experience managing digital communications, including social media, websites, email marketing, and content development.
• Experience writing and editing public-facing communications and serving as a media contact.
• Supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Experience managing website content through content management systems (CMS) such as WordPress or similar platforms.
• Experience in public media, broadcasting, higher education, nonprofit communications, government, or other mission-driven organizations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of marketing, public relations, media relations, audience engagement, brand management, and digital communications.
• Content development, copywriting, and storytelling skills.
• Strong presentation and public speaking skills.
• Ability to develop and communicate clear, compelling messages across multiple platforms and audiences.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively supervise, coach, and develop staff.
• Demonstrated adaptability and ability to quickly learn new technologies, software applications, and industry concepts.

Why Join APT?

At Alabama Public Television, you’ll help tell stories that inform, educate, and inspire audiences throughout Alabama. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through public media while working with a collaborative team dedicated to serving communities across the state.

SALARY RANGE

$62,284.80 – $104,719.20 (commensurate with experience)

Our Benefits Include:

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, cancer, and flexible spending account (FSA) benefits, effective on date of hire.
• Pension plan
• Paid annual and sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Thirteen paid holidays
• PSLF Qualifying Employer

How To Apply

Alabama Public Television is currently accepting resumes for preliminary consideration.

Interested candidates should submit:
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Portfolio or samples of marketing, communications, public relations, or related work

Materials should be submitted to humanresources@aptv.org.

Alabama Public Television is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

SALES AND MARKETING SPECIALIST – AMP SALES AND MARKETING SOLUTIONS

This Job Description May Cause Extreme Excitement and Career Growth

At AMP Sales & Marketing Solutions, we believe a great workplace isn’t just something we say – it’s something you can feel when you join the team. Here, it’s all about great collabs, ambition, and results but most importantly, we grow here, and we enjoy it here. We’re searching for that special someone, a driven, talented individual to join our innovative media sales team. In this role, you’ll engage with new clients and show them how our innovative media solutions can amplify their brands and deliver measurable success. If you’re energized by building relationships, closing deals, and making an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Sound like the right fit? Check out the checklist below and if it sounds like you, hit “Apply Now” and let’s chat.

Your Day-to-Day (aka the Playbook)

Help Brands Thrive:

Join our media sales team and play a pivotal role in helping brands and companies grow. By identifying new opportunities, building strong client relationships, and delivering impactful solutions, you’ll showcase how our multi-media content platforms and digital assets can drive meaningful results for our partners.

Your focus will be on helping clients achieve their goals, ensuring that every campaign is a success. When our clients win, we win – and we believe in celebrating those victories together!

Make Connections: Embrace your powers of persuasion and make every handshake and meeting count! Every interaction is a chance to build a genuine connection and show clients how we can help them succeed. You’re not just selling; you’re building partnerships and long-lasting relationships. You’re helping businesses find the right audience in the right place at the right time. When we say One Partner, Endless Possibilities, we mean it!

Be A Trusted Guide: In this role, you’ll connect with clients on a human level, understand their unique needs, and craft tailored sales and marketing solutions that deliver results. As their trusted advisor, you’ll help them navigate the ever-evolving marketing landscape, ensuring every step of the journey is planned with care and precision.

Shake Things Up: Bring your creativity and fresh ideas to the table! We’re looking for someone who challenges the status quo, embraces innovation, and finds new ways to connect with our audience. Your contributions will help elevate our brand and drive meaningful results for your clients.

Join us and Conquer the Media Landscape: You’ll be part of a dedicated team of A1 media sales professionals, committed to achieving market leadership. Together, we amplify our impact, deliver exceptional outcomes, and help our clients succeed in ways that truly matter.

Identify Emerging Opportunities: It’s about being able to see what others can’t, anticipating market shifts, analyzing data and predicting the next big thing. Your insights will position our clients and AMP for long-term success.

What We’re Looking For

Proven Sales Ability and an Unstoppable Desire to Learn

You’re a seasoned sales professional and we value your drive, energy, and passion for achieving results.

Strong Communication Skills: You’re a natural at building relationships and communicating effectively. Proficiency with digital tools and applications is a must.

A Passion for helping Others: You’re committed to understanding clients’ needs, providing top-notch customer service and making a difference. You’re not just selling a product; you’re providing a solution.

A Competitive Spirit: Do you get a little boost when you achieve a goal (especially if it was a tough one)? We love that for you (and us)! We want someone who’s driven to excel but also knows how to celebrate the victories (big and small) with their team. That drive makes you a valuable part of our organization.

A Willingness to Grow: Do you thrive in environments where you’re always learning something new? Excellent, you’ll fit right in! The media world is constantly evolving, and the ability to learn, adapt, and embrace challenges in a fast-paced, digital-first environment is key.

The Practical Stuff

A valid driver’s license, up-to-date insurance, and reliable transportation are necessary for connecting with clients in your community.

Why Join AMP Sales & Marketing Solutions? / The Reasons You Should Hit “Apply Now”

Serious Work, Seriously Cool People: Be part of a dynamic team that values creativity, collaboration, and fun! We are all for work that is rewarding.

The Compensation Package: We offer a base salary, commission structure, and benefits package designed to support your success and well-being. Happy employees don’t stage rebellions! 😉

We Make a Real Difference (Not Just Talk About It): At AMP, we help local businesses thrive through advertising strategies that create tangible impacts. Our media sales specialist isn’t just selling ads; they’re the boots on the ground, making a real difference where it counts. (And yes, it feels pretty good.)

Top-Notch Training and Support: We’re not the kind of company that hires you and then disappears into the corporate abyss. We carefully select candidates for a cohort-based training program, where you’ll join a group of sales professionals from all over the country. From onboarding to ongoing mentorship, we invest in your success with training programs that set you up for long-term growth.

Career Growth Opportunities: We believe in investing in you. That’s why you’ll have access to training, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities to help you thrive. We are a leader in our industry, flexing our local charm and national muscle, providing you with options to amplify your career in your local market or join one of our AMP Sales & Marketing Solutions teams in another city.

Comprehensive Media Education (We Are Your Power Source!): New to the industry? We’ve got you covered with training programs that turn curiosity into expertise.

AMP is us. It’s you. It isn’t just a name; it’s a mission. A promise to amplify our reach, amplify our innovation, and most importantly, amplify you. If you’re ready to grow your career and help businesses achieve their goals, we’d love to hear from you.

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be in?uenced or a?ected 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.

DIGITAL ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE – CBS 42

Summary
The Digital Account Executive is responsible for selling comprehensive digital media solutions to local/regional/national accounts to achieve sales targets and maximize revenue. The DAE will be the market’s subject matter expert on digital services and the station’s core digital assets to achieve budgeted revenue goals. The Digital Account Executive will achieve this by professionally and effectively selling Alabama’s 42 Core Digital products (Display, Video, Sponsorships, etc.) and the Nexstar Digital suite of digital marketing products (Live Streaming Sports, OTT, Targeted Video & Display, Social Media, SEM, etc.), with the objective of advancing client objectives and achieving client KPI’s.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities
• Identify and develop new client relationships.
• Meet and exceed sales quota leveraging our growing suite of digital products.
• Manage a client pipeline and revenue utilizing a CRM.
• Create unique and customized digital media plans leveraging the full suite of digital products.
o Research target market needs and adjust sales strategy accordingly.
o Ensure clear understanding and interpretation of client needs, and recommend appropriate solutions, in order to meet requirements.
• Willingness to take on additional opportunities as company expands.
Specialized Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
• Knowledge of digital advertising tools in order to advise advertisers on the effective use of digital advertising investments.
• Understanding of the online space and solution selling.
• Strong oral, problem solving, communication, writing, negotiation and presentation skills.
• Must be well organized, display a professional demeanor, exude high energy and show attention to detail.
• Confident, flexible multi-tasker, and able to work independently.
• MS Office skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required.
Education/Experience
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• A valid driver’s license, state mandated automobile insurance and an acceptable driving record are also required.

EDITOR/VIDEOGRAPHER – GRAY TELEVISION

Title: Editor/Videographer
Number of Positions: 1
Department: News
Work Location: Huntsville

JOB SUMMARY: Looking for a videographer and editor who has a passion for covering news. If you love local news and want to serve the community this is the job for you.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
• The Videographer/Editor shoots and edits video of news events and is responsible for capturing the visuals of news stories and editing all forms of media for daily news broadcasts, continuous news platforms and special reports.
• The job may require working alone, asking questions and gathering information.
• Videographer/Editor must be available for overnight and early morning shifts and sometimes out-of-town assignments.
• Willing to learn to fly a drone and receive FAA certification.

*** Please note, the primary job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed above ***
Requirments:
• Must have a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance and a good driving record.
• Ability to work well under pressure and well with a diverse group of people.
• Must be able to handle a wide variety of variables, including short deadlines, shifting schedules and shifting from one platform to another.
• Other duties as assigned by news management.

Interested applicants can apply online at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings by searching the station call letters and attach your resume. Clean MVR required. No phone calls please. EOE-M/F/D/V

MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST/REPORTER – WSFA

WSFA 12 News is looking for an experienced Multimedia Journalist/Reporter to join our award-winning team in Montgomery. The candidate will be responsible for covering local news stories for our newscasts, website, and news app. Candidate must be a team player, able to juggle multiple deadlines, and have experience covering breaking news. We are looking for someone who can shoot, write, and edit for TV and all digital platforms. This position will include working weekends and some limited anchoring.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

– Shooting, writing, and editing daily content for newscasts and the website
– Knowledge of ENPS is a plus
– Ability to write news content for television and different digital versions
– Ability to handle breaking news and live reporting
– Generating story ideas and building local contacts
– Performing other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications/Requirements:

– At least 2 years as an MMJ in a television newsroom
– Journalism or Communications degree preferred
– Computer literacy, including newsroom computer systems
– Knowledge of central Alabama communities, issues, and coverage opportunities
– Experience in a television newsroom
– Must have a good driving record

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.