JOB SUMMARY: WAFF, Gray Television’s NBC affiliate in Huntsville, AL has an immediate opening for a Media Executive to join our team of integrated marketing/advertising professionals. At WAFF, we help our clients “find and keep their very best customers” through the use of effective research, marketing and advertising. If you have media sales experience and see yourself as a high-energy creative individual that likes working with people, this could be your opportunity to make more money at the #1 media company in Huntsville, AL.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
WAFF-48 is looking to grow its already commanding share of the local broadcast and digital revenue market. To do so, we are looking for the next high-level consultant to join our team. Our ideal hire will be self motivated to exceed expectations and possess strong consultancy skills and an entrepreneurial spirit. This candidate thrives in a position that holds no limits to growth or success. The media executive is a sales role responsible for identifying, qualifying, and acquiring new prospects and connecting them with our innovative marketing solutions to help them grow their business. This is a role focused on acquiring high-quality clients with significant short and long-term revenue potential.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• You will research opportunities in your market, generate or follow through on sales leads both warm and cold, and manage an active pipeline of potential revenue.
• You will own the full sales cycle from prospect to close and meet new business revenue and budget goals.
• You will be an expert in marketing, and provide expert insights, recommendations, and consultancy to build productive and long-lasting relationships.
• You will maintain a consistent pipeline through cold calling, build pipeline velocity, and forecast with accuracy monthly.
• Design, write, and present marketing presentations.
• Meet or exceed sales expectations, goals, and budgets, and manage your book of sales revenue for retention and growth.
• manage your book of business using multiple CRM and client management tools and software.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively internally across all WAFF-48 departments and support staff.
*** Please note, the primary job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed above ***
Requirments:
• 2-5 years of B2C or B2B outside consultative sales experience (media ad sales ecperience, preferred).
• Effective prospecting and proven revenue pipeline-building skills.
• Ability to think critically and design solutions for complex problems.
• Be teachable and open to best practices and feedback as a means of continuous improvement.
• Be consistent at delivering results through perseverance, humility, and a positive outlook in the face of challenges.
• Must be comfortable selling to, challenging, and building trust-based relationships from business owners to top executives.
• Must be proficient in Micorsoft Suite including Excel nad Powerpoint.
• Must meet Gray Media’s driving requirements and have a valid driver’s license.
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

WSFA 12 News in Montgomery, AL, is looking for a Sports Reporter/MMJ. The successful candidate must have at least two years of experience and be a self-starter with good organizational skills. Must be able to deliver energetic sportscasts and compelling sports news on all platforms under tight, pressure-packed deadlines. This includes a leading presence on social media and wsfa.com. Our sports team covers two SEC teams along with five other local colleges and universities, as well as high school sports. This position includes working weekends.

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

– Writing, reporting, shooting, editing, and doing live shots
– Finding and telling compelling local sports stories
– Contribute content to wsfa.com and other associated digital products
– In addition to anchoring our 6, 9, and 10 pm newscasts, availability in our other newscasts as needed will be required.

Qualifications/Requirements:

– At least 2 years of sports reporting/anchoring experience.
– Exceptional knowledge of sports.
– Must be energetic, driven, have solid news/sports judgment, and have strong reporting and live skills.
– Must be a leader in the newsroom and excel at breaking news/sports coverage from the studio and in the field.
– Exceptional planning and creative storytelling are a must – a flexible schedule is part of the job with sports events.
– College degree in Journalism or Communications
– A good driving record is a must.

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.

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

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.

ABC 33/40 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 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.

ABC 33/40 is looking for a dynamic full-time Evening News Anchor. In addition to being an outstanding journalist with a great personality, you need to be a team leader. Our anchors are leaders who participate in the planning of our shows and produce content regularly. A competitive passion to win and openness to innovation is mandatory! Our winning candidate will be someone who embraces social media and knows how to consistently engage with the audience. Collaboration is a big part of this role!

The ideal candidate will have:

Strong Leadership skills
Smooth/pleasant delivery
Strong writing skills and news judgment
Sharp video shooting and editing skills
Exemplary communication skills
Requirements and Qualifications:

You must have at least 5 years of on-air experience
Live commercial television experience is a must
Strong “in-the-field and live” skills
Exceptional written communications skills using a conversational writing style
Strong editorial judgment and a proven ethical foundation
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.

The News Photographer operates television or video cameras to record images or scenes for news reports.
Shoots video for news reports
Confers with other personnel to discuss assignments, logistics and shot requirements
Sets up, composes and executes video shots
Maintains video equipment
Edits video clips for television broadcasts and eMedia content
Operates live microwave and satellite trucks in remote situations
Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills:

High school diploma
Fluency in English
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Minimum two years’ experience operating video recording equipment (More for larger markets and less for smaller markets)
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
Proficiency with video recording equipment
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Flexibility to work any shift

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

WAAY – TV, Alabama Broadcasters Association’s Station of the Year is seeking Multimedia
Journalists.  If you’re looking for a bunch of clichés in this listing hit the back button now. 
WAAY is looking for hungry, passionate Multimedia Journalists who crave coming to work
every day.
The ideal candidates have a thirst for breaking news, public safety, education, cultivating sources and asking questions that will hold people accountable.  You will be a creative writer and storyteller ready to break the surface with your stories.  You will value engaging and active stand-ups.  You will appreciate constructive criticism and put ideas into action.
In return, WAAY 31 will take the time and spend the money to invest in you.  You will have a
voice in the newsroom, opportunities for advancement and the most sophisticated technology in the industry.  We will give you all the tools you need to succeed.

If you need a flexible work-life balance, Huntsville, AL is a hidden gem.  Rolling mountains
surround the city, as do lakes and rivers.  We are also home to NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, Space Camp, the US Army’s Aviation and Missile command and the second largest research park in the country.  If you like to travel, Nashville is a two-hour drive and Atlanta is a little more than three hours away.

Minimum Requirements
Bachelor degree in Journalism, Mass Communication or equivalent.
2 years’ experience as a MMJ is required.
Able to work independently and as a team member
Ability to shoot and edit video.
Willing to work in any weather condition, holidays and weekends.
 
Interested candidates should send their resume and reel to jobs@waaytv.com or
WAAY – TV
1000 Monte Sano Blvd
Huntsville, AL 35801
 
No phone calls accepted.  WAAY is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Our company expects top performance and results and provides the support and culture to win.  WAAY believes that local television is rewarding and fun in a market that is rocket science!

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and 401K plans.

JOB SUMMARY: WAFF 48 is looking for a Digital Producer/Digital Anchor. We’re looking for someone passionate about the digital news landscape who can be one of the on-camera faces of our streaming platforms. This is an ideal opportunity for someone passionate about delivering news on camera. The ideal candidate will also write stories for the station’s website and help manage its social media platforms. This position’s weekly schedule will include shifts on Saturday and Sunday. Occasional holiday shifts will be required as well. Please provide writing samples and/or demo materials with the application.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
– Must have strong on-camera skills with the ability to think fast on your feet and react to breaking news situations.
– Must possess the creativity to conceptualize and anchor content for the station’s streaming platforms, including live content, streaming shows, and more.
– Be the face of breaking news, including fronting press conferences that the station streams, performing talkbacks with reporters, and more.
– Must be a strong AP style news writer capable of writing stories about a wide array of topics for the station’s website.
– Have some familiarity or be willing to learn about web publishing systems.
– Must have knowledge of all major social media platforms, including Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, and YouTube.
– Be willing to learn search engine optimization (SEO) best practices and how they impact web traffic.
– Monitor the station’s social media platforms and respond to messages from viewers when appropriate.
– Have a willingness to learn and utilize digital and social analytics.
– Must be comfortable contacting public officials, law enforcement officers, public information officers, and members of the community to gather and confirm information.
– Must be a team player who can work alongside other newsroom employees, including producers, reporters, anchors, photographers, editors, and meteorologists.
– Must be willing to work overtime and holidays when needed, along with the flexibility to cover for other team members when needed.
*** Please note, the primary job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed above ***
Requirments:
– College Degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or a similarly related field.
– 1 year digital content experience.
– Some on-camera experience required
– Some photo and video editing skills required
– Enjoy a fast-paced environment with a desire to win.
– Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
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

Title: Media Executive
Number of Positions: 1
Department: Sales
Work Location: Huntsville

JOB SUMMARY: WAFF, Gray Television’s NBC affiliate in Huntsville, AL has an immediate opening for a Media Executive to join our team of integrated marketing/advertising professionals. At WAFF, we help our clients “find and keep their very best customers” through the use of effective research, marketing and advertising. If you have media sales experience and see yourself as a high-energy creative individual that likes working with people, this could be your opportunity to make more money at the #1 media company in Huntsville, AL.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
WAFF-48 is looking to grow its already commanding share of the local broadcast and digital revenue market. To do so, we are looking for the next high-level consultant to join our team. Our ideal hire will be self motivated to exceed expectations and possess strong consultancy skills and an entrepreneurial spirit. This candidate thrives in a position that holds no limits to growth or success. The media executive is a sales role responsible for identifying, qualifying, and acquiring new prospects and connecting them with our innovative marketing solutions to help them grow their business. This is a role focused on acquiring high-quality clients with significant short and long-term revenue potential.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• You will research opportunities in your market, generate or follow through on sales leads both warm and cold, and manage an active pipeline of potential revenue.
• You will own the full sales cycle from prospect to close and meet new business revenue and budget goals.
• You will be an expert in marketing, and provide expert insights, recommendations, and consultancy to build productive and long-lasting relationships.
• You will maintain a consistent pipeline through cold calling, build pipeline velocity, and forecast with accuracy monthly.
• Design, write, and present marketing presentations.
• Meet or exceed sales expectations, goals, and budgets, and manage your book of sales revenue for retention and growth.
• manage your book of business using multiple CRM and client management tools and software.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively internally across all WAFF-48 departments and support staff.
*** Please note, the primary job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed above ***
Requirments:
• 2-5 years of B2C or B2B outside consultative sales experience (media ad sales ecperience, preferred).
• Effective prospecting and proven revenue pipeline-building skills.
• Ability to think critically and design solutions for complex problems.
• Be teachable and open to best practices and feedback as a means of continuous improvement.
• Be consistent at delivering results through perseverance, humility, and a positive outlook in the face of challenges.
• Must be comfortable selling to, challenging, and building trust-based relationships from business owners to top executives.
• Must be proficient in Micorsoft Suite including Excel nad Powerpoint.
• Must meet Gray Media’s driving requirements and have a valid driver’s license.
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