Category Archives: TV Jobs

WEEKEND METEOROLOGIST REPORTER – WEAR

WEAR is looking for a Weekend Meteorologist/Reporter to present the weather forecast for the weekend news and report on weather, health, consumer related items 3 days a week. As our Weekend Meteorologist/Reporter you are responsible for the content of the weather cast on-air and on our digital platforms.

The main day to day responsibilities of the role will include…

Forecasting, Producing and Presenting clear and concise weather casts, which tell a story and connect with viewers
Issue warnings and alerts, produce graphics and maps, and report live during weather events
Utilize social media during severe weather, as well as write weather stories
Make public appearances on behalf of the station
Pitching story ideas, developing contacts and reporting on weather, health, consumer related items 3 days a week.
Work with producers to determine relevant weather content in breaking and everyday situations
What skills do you need to be successful in our role?

Ability to tell memorable and meaningful stories, we value visual and compelling storytelling
Ability to demonstrate experience with active and visual live shots
In Depth Knowledge of forecasting
Sharp news judgement and exceptional writing skills
Ability to multitask while meeting deadlines and prioritizing tasks
Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
Two years’ experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred
While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel.

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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.

MEDIA EXECUTIVE – WSFA

WSFA 12 News in Montgomery, AL has an immediate opening for a Business Development Media Executive to join our team of integrated marketing/advertising professionals. Through the use of effective research, marketing, and advertising, we help our clients find and keep their very best customers. Our goal is to grow our already commanding share of the local broadcast and digital revenue market. If you have media sales experience or a background/ education in Business, and see yourself as a high-energy creative individual who likes working with people, this could be your opportunity. Our ideal hire will be self-motivated to exceed expectations and possess strong consultancy skills and an entrepreneurial spirit.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

– Research opportunities in your market, generate or follow through on sales leads, both warm and cold, and manage an active pipeline of potential revenue.
– Own the full sales cycle from prospect to close and meet new business revenue and budget goals.
– Be an expert in marketing, and provide expert insights, recommendations, and consultancy to build productive and long-lasting relationships.
– Maintain a consistent pipeline, 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 WSFA departments and support staff.

Qualifications/Requirements:

– 2-5 years of B2C or B2B outside consultative sales experience (media ad sales
experience, preferred)
– Effective prospecting and proven revenue pipeline-building skills.
– Ability to think critically and design solutions for complex problems.
– Ability to successfully manage ambiguity and unexpected change.
– 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, value-added relationships with executives.
– Must meet the Gray Media driving requirements and have a valid driver’s license.

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.

MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST (MMJ) – WPMI/WJTC

WPMI/WJTC 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 shoot video
The ability to edit video
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

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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.

NATIONAL SALES MANAGER – WAFF

JOB SUMMARY: WAFF is seeking a highly motivated and organized National Sales Manager. You will possess the ability to manage complex sales initiatives across multiple stations simultaneously.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
– Work with media buyers to negotiate, maintain, and execute National buys on multiple stations
– Provide a high level of customer service to our National buyers to maintain and grow share
– Work closely with National Sales Assistants to ensure a high level of service is being provided, including makegoods, inventory management, pre/post logs, posting, and other reports as needed
– Assist with political advertising for the station

*** Please note, the primary job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed above ***
Requirments:
• – Minimum of 5 years of prior experience in national and/or broadcast sales preferred
• – Demonstrated history in National Sales
• – Strong organizational, written, and presentation skills
• – Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite
• – Experience in Wide Orbit Traffic and Wide Orbit Media Sales
• – Ability to build and maintain positive customer relationships
• – Competitive, persuasive, energetic, and self-motivated traits
• – Ability to overcome objections
• – Enjoys a fast-paced environment and has a desire to win

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

NEWS PRODUCER – WBRC

WBRC 6 News is on the hunt for a news producer who sees rundowns as a blank canvas, not just a checklist. We’re looking for someone who brings bold editorial instincts, strong news judgment, and the creativity to shape fast-moving, high-impact newscasts that serve and surprise our viewers. You’ll have access to multiple live capabilities and a team that thrives on urgency, clarity, and storytelling that goes beyond the obvious. If you know how to turn facts into compelling moments and you’re not afraid to try something new, we’d love to see what you can do.

Were looking for a smart, creative, and driven producer to join our team and take the lead on our weekend evening newscasts. During the week, you will fill in on other shows as needed, and yes, that might include holidays.

This isn’t a plug-and-play role. We want someone who takes initiative, thinks critically, and isn’t afraid to make bold editorial calls. If you love building a show from the ground up and making each newscast better than the last, this is the place for you.

Duties/Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to:

What you’ll do:
– Use your editorial judgment to help decide what makes the show and what doesn’t.
– Work closely with reporters and managers to build fast-paced, impactful, and original newscasts.
– Keep a close eye on social media to spot trends, find fresh angles, and highlight the stories people are talking about.
– Get creative with visuals, think graphics, viewer photos, webcam interviews, and anything else that brings a story to life.
– Write for all platforms, from web to social, and post with visuals and video that grab attention.
– Interview subjects and dig into stories to make sure they’re accurate, fair, and worth watching.
– Pitch in on live breaking news and special coverage, sometimes unscripted, always high-stakes.
– Work with reporters and producers on promos, teases, and content development.
– Follow up on tips, chase leads, and help find the next big story.
– Make smart, fast decisions under pressure, especially when things change at the last minute.
– Write clean, clear copy across platforms, even when the deadline clock is ticking.
– Follow journalistic and legal guidelines.
– Edit video for both broadcast and digital.
– We’re looking for someone curious, collaborative, and confident, a critical thinker who’s ready to jump in, take ownership, and elevate every show they touch.

Qualifications/Requirements:

– The successful applicant’s background must include a minimum of one year of experience in a newsroom.
– He/she must be a self-starter with a passion for news.
– He/she must be willing to work weekends, holidays, and overnights when needed.
– The position is not for a beginner.

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”, upload your resume, cover letter, and references

MASTER CONTROL OPERATOR (PT) – WCOV

WCOV-TV is seeking a Part Time Master Control Operator (MCO). Responsibilities include operation of “on air” television equipment and monitoring for quality control. MCO record and playback programs with commercial inserts in a multi-channel, automated broadcast environment. This position offers a great opportunity for a motivated individual passionate about media production and technical excellence.

Position Summary

• Must demonstrate a good working knowledge of computers and ability to work with equipment in a complex technical environment. Broadcast experience is a plus but not required.
• Must be dependable, punctual, and able to work independently.
• Must be able to troubleshoot / problem solve, and work with strict deadlines.
• Must be detail oriented and able to manage multiple events simultaneously.
• College degree or technical education is preferred.

Shift available is on Saturday and Sunday from 7:00am to 4:00pm.

Occasional coverage for shifts other than the shift regularly scheduled may be needed at times.

WCOV-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer

If you have a technical aptitude and would like to be considered for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter to:

WCOV-TV
Attn: Kathy Liles
One WCOV Avenue
Montgomery, Alabama 36111
Or email to Kliles@wcov.com

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.

MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST – ABC 33/40

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.

EVENING NEWS ANCHOR – ABC 33/40

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.