SAJA Job Listings: Compiled by Maha Atal

Salon is looking for an experienced news editor to plan and manage our
news and politics coverage. Candidates must have strong background and
interest in national politics. Investigative reporting and Web
experience are both strong pluses. This editor manages a staff of
three, in New York and Washington D.C., and also works closely with
editorial management in San Francisco at delivering a strong,
compelling daily news product. This job may be based either in New
York or Washington. Salary and benefits are competitive. Please send
cover letter and resume to newseditor@salon.com — subject line “News
Editor.”

Reuters seeks
1. Financial Markets reporter, Los Angeles
2. Bond Reporter, New York
3. Energy Markets Reporter, New York
4. Editor (company coverage) and Editor (multimedia planning), New York

Reuters is looking for a top-notch reporter to cover U.S. fuel markets from our Los Angeles bureau at a time in which the refining sector is getting battered by weak recessionary demand and a raft of government policy initiatives that could reshape energy consumption in the world’s top oil user. The winning candidate will join a team of journalists in bureaus across the country, looking at everything from refinery fires and maintenance plans, to volatile gasoline and heating oil prices, to shifting trends in demand, regulation and investment. The U.S. fuel beat is among the most active and important in the global energy space. The reporter will need to know how to cultivate deep sources on trading floors, at refineries, and in corporate and government offices and mine them for the kind of breaking news and analysis on which our specialist energy clients rely. The winning candidate will also need to have a knack for teamwork and may be required to chip in on other general West Coast duties like power plant operations and Northwest hydro levels, general and political coverage from the bureau, and market handoffs to Asia. Applicants should have a bachelors degree and 5 years experience at a major news organization. They should also have a minimum of two years experience covering energy and a track record in breaking news. Finally, good source cultivation is key. All interested parties should apply online at: https://toc.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=415641

Thomson Reuters is looking for a dynamic news editor and manager to drive its coverage of companies’ news in the United States, Canada and Latin America. He / She will be leading teams of reporters covering everything from bankruptcies to M&A deals, earnings, new tech products, and financial crimes. In recent months that has meant General Motors, Madoff, Merck-Schering Plough and Steve Jobs. Applicants must have a very competitive streak - we don’t intend to be No.2 on major stories - and a track record of heading teams that build strong sources, break stories and can quickly provide smart analysis of spot news developments. Candidates should also be known as a good manager who provides the ideas, enthusiasm and management skills needed to bring out the best in a team. It is also important that the person appointed is keen on working in all multimedia formats, including video, blogs, and chatrooms, and be able to work cooperatively cross asset classes and geographies. The person taking this position will be the deputy to the regional editor for companies and will help him run a team of 130 journalists across the Americas. The job entails spot news planning, driving exclusive news coverage, directly managing several other editors in charge, managing several teams, including the legal and restructuring teams, and directing longer-term projects. He / She will also ensure that they are organized for events next day/next week/next month and will be responsible for coordinating with editors across the globe and other asset classes. They will have a key role in helping to drive overall strategy and establishing new ways of distributing news and new news formats. It is required that all applicants have at least 7 years experience with a major news organization and a background in financial news. He / She must have great news judgment, writing and editing skills, enough of a background in building
sources and breaking news to direct reporters effectively. You must be a smart thinker with the ability to quickly see where a story is likely to head next, have a strong record in motivating teams and getting the best out of them, be flexible and be prepared to push new story formats and ideas and be able to demonstrate strong organizational skills. A background in multimedia production is desirable as is knowledge of financial accounting and editorial technology. A degree or equivalent work experience is a must.

Thomson Reuters is looking for someone to provide strong leadership, learning opportunities and a culture of ethical behavior and innovation. The Editor will provide direction to staff communicate priorities including reduction of low value content. They will positively promote business initiates (eg. 2012 and Lynx rollout) and support staff who have difficulty with the uncertainty of change. The Editor will encourage staff to generate practical solutions to problems and he/she will represent Reuters News and Thomson Reuters and raise the brand for internal and external audiences. Finally, they will be responsible for reallocating resources in response to changing news coverage and other business needs in consultation with stakeholders. Please apply online at: https://toc.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=401241

Thomson Reuters LPC is seeking to hire an aggressive reporter to cover the secondary high-yield bond and loan markets. The job entails writing quick hitting real-time stories on secondary trades, distressed trading, loan buybacks and loan amendments and their impact on trading levels for loanconnector.com and the Reuters wire. The job also entails writing trend pieces and feature articles on the secondary loan and high yield bond markets for Thomson Reuters LPC’s flag ship publication Gold Sheets. The selected candidate will write breaking news on trading levels on high yield bonds and leveraged loans, cover amendments, including and loan and bond buybacks and their impact on trading levels as well as loan portfolio sales and potential CLO liquidations. S/he will also assist team members in writing daily market wrap-ups. Applicants must have an undergraduate degree, a minimum two year debt market reporting experience, a record of breaking news, a record of making key sources and contacts, financial reporting /analysis background, the proven ability to write complex material in a clear, concise and compelling language, multimedia/online experience, weekly publication experience and the ability to work with others. Please apply online at: https://toc.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=365900

Thomson Reuters is seeking an experienced journalist with a deep understanding of financial markets and data to develop and maintain the daily and long-range editorial agenda for a new multimedia service for financial professionals. The Planning Editor will collaborate with Reuters News, counterparts on the Assignment Desk in New York, London and Hong Kong, and business divisions across Thomson Reuters Markets to identify and prioritize news events and story opportunities for coverage by the Multimedia team. Additionally, this person will identify opportunities to enhance stories with research and analysis derived from Thomson Reuters’ products. Applicants should have at least five years of experience at a news organization serving financial markets professionals and prior editorial experience is preferred. You must be able to identify story angles and market opportunities that will capture the attention of professional investors and traders, must be detail oriented, able to plan and maintain a global calendar and respond to market movements and events. Experience in buy or sell side research or financial markets’ certifications such as CMT, CFA, are pluses. Please apply online at: https://toc.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=412521

Thomson Reuters is looking for an Energy Markets Columnist who, on a day to day basis, will have a dual role: to react quickly to breaking news events and major data and to produce agenda-setting columns. Markets demand a stream of new ideas - the successful candidates may not always be proven right, but they should never be dull. The ideal candidate would have the combined skills of an analyst, an economist and a journalist and in-depth knowledge across the energy or agricultural markets. He or she will work closely with the U.S. editors for commodities and energy as well as market reporters and bureaus around the world, sharing ideas to help support best-in-class news coverage as well as a unique and potent personal file of exclusive expert analysis and opinion. Applicants should have ten years or more covering financial markets as an analyst, economist or journalist with expert knowledge on the energy or agricultural markets. Candidates should have a strong, established network of contacts in commodities markets and a keen, in-depth understanding of the Chinese commodities trade and industry stories. He/she should also be able to write quickly and fluently and express complex ideas clearly. An understanding of macro-economics, the politics of commodity producer countries, other financial markets and resource company strategies is a beneficial. Applicants must have a strong grasp of charting and spreadsheets. He/She must also be able to communicate clearly on television and develop a persona via blogs and chat rooms. Finally an eagerness to work as part of a news team in a demanding fast-paced environment is advantageous. Please apply online at: https://toc.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=403921

The Associated Press seeks a reporter for its Money & Markets product in its New York headquarters. This position provides a unique opportunity to combine words, data and graphics to explain financial markets to investors in informative and useful ways. Money & Markets is a financial data and content product that appears in hundreds of newspapers and has a growing online presence. The Money & Markets reporter must have a deep knowledge of the financial markets. The candidate must be a critical thinker who can anticipate news that will affect the markets and provide stories and graphics that explore investing themes of broad interest to readers. Tight writing is a must. The successful candidate must generate his or her own ideas and understand how to find good stories in data. He or she must understand graphics and be willing to work side-by-side with designers to develop pieces that pop off newspaper pages and Web sites. Writing with authority and a willingness to draw conclusions is critical. Applicants must have at least five years of reporting experience. For more information, go to http://openings.ap.org or email a resume and clips to kshinkle@ap.org

The Associated Press seeks a reporter for the Business News department’s financial markets team at its New York headquarters. This position has a broad and special mandate: explaining the financial markets to individual investors and consumers. This is a high-profile, enterprise-driven beat. The successful candidate must be a critical thinker and be well-sourced among investors, traders and other Wall Street experts. The candidate must be an idea machine, able to identify market trends and write authoritative stories with flair and clarity. The candidate also will write for the AP’s Personal Finance and Money & Markets products and must be able to work collaboratively with other AP Business News staffers. The right candidate will have a deep knowledge of markets and finance and a demonstrated talent for writing clear and compelling stories with rigorous, thought-provoking analysis. The candidate will have experience delivering stories in a fast-paced world with a proven ability to work under deadline pressure. We’re looking for someone who isn’t satisfied to simply inform; he or she must be able to surprise and delight readers with original story telling. The candidate’s writing must sparkle and appeal to all readers. A minimum five years’ experience in markets writing is required. For more information, go to http://openings.ap.org or email a resume and clips to kshinkle@ap.org

Dow Jones seeks
1. London financial columnist
2. New York managing editor and oil reporter
3. Washington Fed reporter
4. Hong Kong financial reporter
5. Freelance web editor

Dow Jones Newswires a senior writer to be based in London to generate the finest opinion and analysis for investment bankers on pharmaceutical companies for a new product combining targeted news and commentary with innovative tools. Experience of pharma in journalism or banking is a must. The successful candidate may also be expected to cover energy and resource companies. Strong writing and analytical skills and an ability to comment authoritatively on topics relevant to members of the investment banking community - particularly M&A and the debt and equity capital markets - are a must. Candidates should be on top of the latest developments in drug research and regulation - familiarity with the FDA in the U.S. is essential. They should know the strategy and business models of leading pharma companies. They should have the ability to scrutinize financials and establish valuation models. A background in writing frequently and to a tight deadline, perhaps in a research-oriented environment, is an advantage. Candidates must be comfortable using Excel spreadsheets. Applicants should legally be able to work in the U.K. Send your resume to Adam Smallman, Managing Editor, Dow Jones Solutions For Investment Banking, at adam.smallman@dowjones.com. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Dow Jones Newswires is looking for an assistant managing editor, based in New York City, to lead a team of reporters and run coverage of the U.S. corporate credit markets, a major source of financing for companies and consumers around the globe, and the engine that powers the world’s largest economy. This is one of the most exciting times to cover credit markets. The first signs of the 2008 financial crisis emerged in credit markets, and that’s where investors and government officials are watching for the first signs of healing. The team covers a wide array of instruments, from corporate debt to municipal bonds to some of the most complex derivative instruments, and focuses on deals and markets as well as the major players in this rapidly changing industry. We are looking for an energetic editor to lead a dedicated team of reporters that can break news and shape stories that shed light and explain developments in some of the most opaque areas of credit markets. Requirements for the job include strong news judgment, working knowledge of credit markets and experience managing reporters to produce strong coverage of markets and the industry in a real-time news environment. To apply, go to www.dowjones.com/careers and look for job #090105. Please attach your resume and 3-5 relevant clips.

Dow Jones Newswires seeks a reporter to cover the oil futures market out of New York. This reporter’s primary responsibility will be to write several market commentaries a day on price moves in futures markets for crude oil and other major petroleum-based fuels, billions of dollars of which trade every day. Apart from daily coverage, which involves talking to traders and explaining the impact of macroeconomic and geopolitical developments on energy markets and prices, the job involves writing features on trading strategies and on drivers of energy prices trends. As the oil market is a global one, the reporter coordinates closely with colleagues in the trading centers of London and Singapore. The person also has a mandate to break news on how hedge funds are performing and well as on big moves (profitable or otherwise) by prominent commodities traders and investors. Dow Jones Newswires is looking for candidates who have demonstrated their ability to work in a fast-moving, sometimes stressful environment with extremely tight deadlines. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, problem solving and an excellent command of written and spoken English are a must. Candidates should have previous reporting experience, preferable covering energy, at a news wire, newspaper or magazine. Please apply for job #090138 www.dowjones.com/careers.

Dow Jones Newswires seeks a reporter located in Washington, D.C. to cover economics and the Federal Reserve. This is a senior position in the Newswires Washington bureau. The candidate will cover market-sensitive news, such as live testimony by the Fed chairman and Federal Open Market Committee, under extremely tight deadlines. Precision and speed are required. The reporter also will cover Labor and Commerce department economic reports, such as the monthly employment survey, with an eye on discerning the Fed’s next moves on interest rates. The reporter will work in the U.S. Treasury press room on occasion. The selected candidate will work closely with Washington bureau staff covering Treasury, the bank regulatory agencies, Congress and the White House. The reporter also will contribute to Fed Watch columns on Newswires, and is in regular contact with leading market experts on the economy’s direction. The Wall Street Journal looks to this reporter for a variety of stories about the Fed and the economy and also works closely with him or her. The reporter also works closely with Newswires colleagues in New York and overseas on international economic issues. The Fed reporter covers economic indicator “lock ups” where sensitive reports are released on tight deadlines early in the morning. This reporter has a central role in covering the economic crisis, serving as a main point of contact with senior Fed officials on bailout efforts. The candidate will work weekends and late nights on major stories. A strong background in economics and the fixed-income and equities markets is required. The reporter must understand the financial and bank regulatory system and the interplay between the Fed, Treasury, White House and Congress. Travel is required, to cities large and small, to cover the Fed officials. The successful candidate should have demonstrated ability not only to cover news, but break news
— seeking scoops on his or her beat and landing exclusive interviews with key policymakers. In addition to producing scoops of fact, the reporter must show an analytical ability, to put the pieces of the economic puzzle together in interesting ways, offer scoops of thought or insight. The reporter must be able to generate compelling news features and profiles. Finally, the ideal candidate will be a team player who can file spot news quickly, offer insightful analysis and has an attention for detail needed to cover the release of economic indicators. Please apply for job #090132 www.dowjones.com/careers.

Dow Jones Newswires seeks a senior writer to be based Hong Kong to generate opinion and analysis on banks and insurers for a new product combining targeted news and commentary with innovative tools for investment bankers. Candidates must speak Mandarin/Cantonese. Experience in the financial services arena, especially in an investment banking environment, is an advantage. Strong writing and analytical skills and an ability to comment on topics relevant to members of the investment banking community - particularly M&A and the debt and equity capital markets - are a must. Candidates should be on top of the latest banking regulations and know the strategy and business models of top Asian banks and insurers. They should have the ability to scrutinize financials and be comfortable with financial fundamentals. A background in writing to a tight deadline, in a research-oriented environment is an advantage. Candidates must be comfortable using Excel spreadsheets. Applicants should legally be able to work in the Hong Kong. Send your resume to Adam Smallman, Managing Editor, Dow Jones Solutions for Investment Banking, at adam.smallman@dowjones.com. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Finally, Dow Jones seeks a freelance editor wanted to work on a daily markets newsletter for Dow Jones & Co. Business editing experience essential. Contact Nick Elliott at nick.elliott@dowjones.com

dealReporter (part of the Financial Times Group(, is looking for a full-time capital markets reporter in New York to focus on covering the investment grade debt markets. The journalist must have a minimum of one year experience covering issuance in the primary and/or secondary markets for a daily or monthly publication. The ideal candidate must have a keen attitude towards investigative reporting and breaking news. The position offers a competitive salary with benefits including dental, health insurance and 401K under the Pearson plan. Please send your resume with three writing samples to: Claudia.Montoto@dealreporter.com. dealReporter provides proprietary intelligence and analysis to hedge funds, prop desks and institutional fund managers. The service covers all aspects of M&A and corporate business strategies in the American, European, and Asia-Pacific markets.

AOL’s Money & Finance sites, including DailyFinance.com and WalletPop.com, are seeking professional online journalists. The ideal candidate(s) will have a lengthy list of sources in a range of industries and an ability to produce quick analysis of news events as well as longer online features and columns. He or she should also be able to break news, using reader comments as a way to generate tips and develop story ideas. Candidates for this position should be serious journalists who get a thrill out of working in a fast-paced Web environment and who yearn for an opportunity to innovate in story-telling online. There will also be an opportunity to edit and assign stories. Prior Web experience is preferred. An ability to write finished copy is a prerequisite for the job. Qualified candidates will have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent and 5 years directly related experience. All interested parties should submit their resumes to chris.wright@corp.aol.com

Description of duties and qualifications: UNICEF is looking for a part time Radio Producer/Writer to create new radio content about and relevant to children; develop the “Let’s Talk Children”/Podcast programming; produce programming, under the guidance of the Internet, Broadcast & Image Section (IBIS), UNICEF generated radio/audio content and radio content created by various outside sources, including children; work with relevant people within the Division of Communications to appropriately brand radio initiatives; make radio programming available via the UNICEF website and other websites; promote UNICEF Radio & Podcasts; coordinate ad hoc radio content and distribution.

Qualifications include extensive experience in radio and audio production; good technical knowledge of relevant equipment such as Pro Tools; knowledge of youth issues; experience with UNICEF Radio a plus.

To Apply: Email a cover latter and your resume to ibisapplications@unicef.org. Please use “Radio Producer” as the subject of your email.

Deadline: August 21, 2009

ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PRODUCER, THE BRIAN LEHRER SHOW (Level will be dependent upon experience)
WNYC Radio seeks an Assistant Producer for The Brian Lehrer Show, one of our flagship news/magazine talk shows.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to: Assist the producers and hosts in all aspects of program production; Generate and research show topics; Assist with pre-interview and booking of potential guests; Assist with writing background materials for host and with editing material for broadcast; Provide administrative support for show staff including bill payment, booking studios, maintaining archives, and other related duties as assigned; Assist with editing and preparing audio for broadcast, during tapings and digital audio production for the show; assist with conducting assigned internal and external correspondence for the show.

Qualifications: One year minimum journalism, print and/or broadcast experience require; Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience; Familiarity with journalism issues and radio production; Excellent verbal and written communication; Sound organizational skills, with great attention to detail; Extensive research skills; Ability to meet objectives under deadline pressure; Ability to work in a group environment, and take direction; Digital audio editing, ProTools and daily radio talk production experience; Radio listener (public and commercial) preferred; Must be able to work remotely on occasion.

To Apply:
To apply for this opportunity, please submit a cover letter, salary requirements and resume online to jobs@wnyc.org with “Asst/Assoc Producer, BLS” in the subject line.

Director, Medical Unit / Health Coverage. Location: Atlanta

Qualifications: 7-10 years of newsroom/unit management. Excellent
management and leadership skills. Experience as producer, copy editor or
similar. Thorough understanding of network programming, production and
editorial new flow. Degree in Journalism, Broadcasting or similar.
Strong leadership skills, experienced management skills, excellent
communication skills. Skilled at building relationships, working through
problems, analyzing situations, multitasking, determining priorities and
finding solutions in high-pressure situations. Ability to interact with
senior level colleagues and executives. Thorough understanding of the
business side of network management, including marketing, promotions,
public relations, human resources, network distribution and ad sales.

Duties: The Director of Health Coverage serves as primary NewsGroup
contact for health/medical newsgathering, interacting regularly with
CNN, HLN, CNNI, .com, CNNE, etc. He/she oversees field shoots, event
coverage and network guest bookings for medical coverage. The director
determines the direction of news health coverage for the networks.
He/she coordinates medical editorial content as cleared by the Row, S&P
and legal department. He/she also oversee breaking news presentation.
The director is responsible for the on-air look of segments, the quality
of health reporting and on-air performance of health correspondents.
Other duties include staff supervision of approximately 25, day-to-day
oversight of medical programming for Atlanta-based shows, resource
supervision, programming development initiatives and special projects.

Please use the following link to apply:

http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/jobtools_us/search_jobdetail.html?partnerid=391&siteid=36&AReq= 105838BR&Codes=SAJA

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Senior Executive Producer, Special Events Location: Atlanta, DC or New York

Qualifications: 10 years extensive news gathering and field production
experience: Must be able to take on logistical requirements for major
remotes in the U.S. and overseas: setting up and managing remote
workspaces and control rooms.
5 years tape/package/graphics production experience. Script approval
experience

Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, iNews. 5 years supervision and
management experience

Duties: Propose, analyze, and determine network core coverage and
production approach to major planned news events. Determine the
editorial, coverage, logistical, and production needs of CNN, CNNi,
CNNE, CNN HLN and CNN.com, and how best to accommodate their
requirements and desires, given limited resources. Responsible for
supervising coverage, which includes coordinating editorial, production
and coverage needs of the Newsgroup during the event. Act as senior
editorial voice of the department during coverage.

* Produce live remotes to air. Determine/arrange staffing required for
event at remote locations. Manage the assigned staff in all relevant
locations during the event.

Determine/order transmission, telephone, data facilities for events for
all newsgroup entities.

* Responsible for leadership and management of the Special Events team
including assessing performance against established goals, scheduling
for event coverage and oversight of daily responsibilities.

* Represent CNN in Network Pool planning calls with department/project
members. Cast votes on issues of pool policy and pool scope, including
on issues relating to coverage, logistical, production and budgets.

* Assist in determining project budgets and bill-backs. Assist in
formulating and creating the department coverage and operating/ capital
budget requests for annual review.

Please use the following link to apply:

http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/jobtools_us/search_jobdetail.html?partnerid=391&siteid=36&AReq= 111891BR&Codes=SAJA

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Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. and its subsidiaries are Equal
Opportunity Employers.

http://jobs.msnbc.com

msnbcjobs@msnbc.com

Spend the summer working for the leading Internet news and features site, writing, editing and learning interactive storytelling. Intern will work with multiple sources, including video, NBC News producers, contributors and outside content providers to edit and produce stories in topic areas including: News, Politics, the Economy, Popular Culture and more… Also learn fundamentals of interactivity, including ways to build community and page layout design. Develop and manage content related to Morning Joe, Dateline and other NBC News programs, manage Web chats and other interactive content.

Candidates must have news writing, editing and interactive journalism courses. Experience in television, work on a school newspaper or Web site, freelance work, previous internships and excellent interpersonal skills desired. This is a paid internship.

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER, THE TAKEAWAY

The Executive Producer of The Takeaway holds the strategic vision for the show, provides leadership, manages and coordinates activities with the partners, continues the evolution and development of the program, executes the goal for diverse voices and perspectives on the air and on the staff, oversees a talented editorial team in ongoing development and daily execution of the program and manages the budget. With the partners, the Executive Producer is responsible for delivering a program that is viable, sustainable and meets the mission and goals of the show and the promise to listeners and stations across the country. S/he will lead the effort to make The Takeaway a necessary and transformative daily experience and the most inclusive gathering place in news media.

WNYC is in search of an engaging, intellectually curious, results-oriented self-starter with exceptional program development, editorial judgment, leadership, and communication skills to executive produce the show, take a national program to the next level and help us make a dynamic radio and online experience for news consumers nationwide. The successful candidate must be open to creative thinking, team effort, and making something new every day. S/he will be a dynamic and accomplished individual with superior communication skills and the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with people at all levels to produce outstanding results. S/he will possess proven leadership, strategic and management skills; experience in producing superior news programming; a strong track record of excellence across multiple platforms; and the personal energy, enthusiasm and drive to motivate others and rally a team to consistently surpass goals.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
–Articulate and hold a long-term vision while leading others to achieve the necessary incremental steps. Focus on big-picture content development and strategies while insuring accountability to mission and goals throughout production. Audience performance goals and expectations defined by the Leadership Group.
–Evolve The Takeaway from start-up phase to more mature news program and online experience. Develop accessible, diverse and inclusive radio/video experiences. Oversee (with the Exec. Director of Digital – WNYC) the editorial development of thetakeaway.org.
–Developing processes, collaboration with other departments; staffing levels/structure. Complete and submit annual goals; provide timely and effective reviews of staff performance.
— Lead, participate in and/or foster collaborative relationships between WNYC and PRI as well as other partners.

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:
Fearlessness in pursuit of information, an inquisitive and active mind, and an ability to work in tightly-knit teams.
Sharp editorial thinker and leader.
A self-starter who proactively looks for solutions.
The energy, entrepreneurial drive, creativity, flexibility, results-orientation, and tolerance for ambiguity that is necessary to lead a complex organization to a significantly higher level of success.
Proven analytic and strategic skills with experience creating new programming.
The intellectual and emotional depth, maturity, self-confidence and interpersonal skills to work effectively with the SVP Programming, President/CEO of WNYC and its partners, board trustees, colleagues, staff and funding sponsors, and provide motivation at all levels of an organization.
Proven ability to build a cohesive, high-performing staff and work teams and to develop the skills and nurture growth of staff members.
Demonstrated ability to Make tough, sound editorial decisions on the fly and in the studio; Manage strong talent, preferably co-host teams; Effectively manage competing priorities and multiple pieces/projects simultaneously; Excellent communication skills—both oral and written—with an impressive reputation for building and maintaining relationships with people at all levels of an organization, across a diverse range of cultural, generational, ethnic, racial, educational and social backgrounds; Roots in the fundamentals of radio programming but able to look to and leverage new opportunities; Current knowledge of news audience consumption trends.

Required: 5 Years of experience in a senior role leading and producing a national news program, 5 Years of staff and budget management experience; Demonstrated success in daily journalism; Bachelor’s Degree; Experience with multi-platform media; standard broadcasting protocols and production values; Preferred: Prior start-up experience; advanced degree.

ABOUT THE SHOW

Co-producers WNYC and PRI - in collaboration with editorial partners the BBC World Service, The New York Times, and WGBH Boston television and radio – are reinvigorating morning drive. The Takeaway is a new multi-platform morning drive news program that is creating a new model for morning news and public broadcasting in the 21st century. The show is rooted in the values public radio is best known for – highly credible journalism, depth and context – but breaks out from the medium’s conventionally packaged sound. The project features live conversation, reporters in locations around the world, a cast of regular contributors, audience interaction, a website and distributed content, and video. The show is live, delivering national and international news and cultural stories through a conversational and unprecedented personality-driven format. For more information about the show, visit www.thetakeaway.org

To Apply
To apply for this opportunity, please e-mail a cover letter, salary requirements and resume (attached as a Word document) to jobs@wnyc.org with “EPTT” written in the subject line. WNYC must receive all information requested in order to consider your candidacy.

SENIOR PRODUCER, RADIO LAB
For more information about the show visit: http://www.wnyc.org/shows/radiolab

ABOUT THE POSITION:
WNYC Radio seeks a senior producer to join a tremendously creative staff that serves a passionate, diverse audience and produces an unparalleled product. Reporting to the executive producer of Radio Lab, the senior producer must be open to creative thinking, team effort, and be committed to developing strong communication within the show, across the organization and with external contributors. Sound editorial/reporting experience and excellent staff management and communication skills are required. The successful candidate will demonstrate fearlessness in pursuit of information, ability to work under pressure, strong instincts for gathering great tape, an inquisitive and active mind, and an ability to work in a tightly-knit team.

The senior producer is responsible for coordinating the Radio Lab production process and overseeing interns, a production assistant and associate producer. The senior producer will work closely with the assistant editor and host to produce 10 episodes of Radio Lab a year, 3-5 live events, and 26+ podcasts. The producer must be a self-starter; and thrive in a collaborative, innovation-focused work environment. This position will start off as temporary and possibly convert to a direct hire position for successful candidate(s).

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
§ Reporting and producing pieces
§ Coordinating Radio Lab production calendar
§ Running Radio Lab staff meetings and supervising staff
§ Coordinating with external contributors
§ Creating scripts/segments from interviews performed by our hosts and others
§ Researching story ideas, booking guests, arranging logistics (such as tape syncs, ISDNS, travel plans)
§ Must be able to travel as required for reporting and recording
§ Working as a director with actors/hosts/reporters at Radio Lab
§ Pre-interviewing and booking of potential guests
§ Writing and editing material and preparing audio for broadcast
§ Assist during tapings and digital audio production for the show
§ Performing occasional field reporting and/or recording
§ Work on other special projects and duties as assigned
§ Other responsibilities as needed

Qualifications:
Required:
Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience, demonstrated strong news writing ability, preferably in a broadcast setting. Excellent verbal and written communication, sound organizational skills, with great attention to detail, extensive research skills. Ability to meet objectives under deadline pressure, ability to work in a group environment, give and take direction. Ability to work extended hours as needed, including some evenings and weekends. Must be able to work remotely on occasion.

Preferred: Five years minimum journalism, print and/or broadcast experience. Digital audio editing experience d, previous radio production experience, prior management experience.

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply for this opportunity, please submit a cover letter, salary requirements and resume online to jobs@wnyc.org with “Senior Producer, RL” in the subject.

Mone0109001 — News Editor

The Associated Press seeks a News Editor for its New York City office.

This person will lead a team of reporters and artists that produces
Money & Markets, a financial data and content product currently aimed
primarily at newspapers and their Web sites. Money & Markets content
is pegged to breaking financial, economic and company news. Content
is explanatory and analytical and uses graphics heavily. The goal of
Money & Markets is to inform readers about markets news and trends in
an engaging, accessible way and help them make investment decisions.

QUALIFICATIONS

The Money & Markets editor must have deep knowledge of the financial
markets and the economy. The ideal candidate is a self-starter and
critical thinker who can identify and anticipate news that will
affect the markets, and develop “story graphics” that explore
investor themes of broad interest to readers. The candidate must be
an outstanding editor able to help explain complex topics simply,
with context and perspective. He or she must be able to teach and
inspire staff, as well as work well with colleagues throughout
Business News and other AP departments. Experience assigning and
editing graphics is strongly preferred.

Clarion, the newspaper of the Professional Staff Congress (PSC), AFT Local 2334, is hiring an associate editor. As part of a three-person communications team, the associate editor needs to assume significant independent responsibility. In addition to reporting, writing and editing, the job involves helping to plan each month’s issue; coordination with freelance writers and photographers; fact-checking and proofreading; and some work on the union’s website, newsletters, or other communications projects.

Full details about the position and how to apply are at www.psc-cuny.org/assoc-editor.pdf.

Application deadline is January 16. The PSC is an equal opportunity employer; women, people of color, LGBT people and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

ABC NEWS has the following openings:
1. Online Senior Producer, Apply through www.disneycareers.com, requisition #185129. Also send resume to Jon Dube, Vice-President.
2. This Week, Digital Producer. Apply through www.disneycareers.com, requisition # 185009. Also send resume to Ian Cameron, Exec Prod
3. Two Digital Reporters, D.C. Apply through www.disneycareers.com, requisition # 185132 and # 185133. Also send resume to Robin Sproul, Bureau Chief.
4. Production Associate, World News. Apply through www.disneycareers.com, requisition #185046 Also resume to Janet Boyd and Julie Sertel, Operations Producers.

DOT COM SENIOR PRODUCER. Responsibilities include serving as the key creative liaison between ABCNews.com’s production and editorial teams, helping to drive product development and innovation, balancing editorial needs, sales plans, and technical priorities. Candidate must be an experienced journalist and must have a background in online news and web production. There is a strong internal candidate.

THIS WEEK DIGITAL PRODUCER. Responsibilities include reporting, writing, editing and producing blogs and news stories for dot com. Primarily responsible for maintaining the program’s website and generating creative ideas for the website and the broadcast. Web site production skills are a must. There is a strong internal candidate.

DIGITAL REPORTER, ADMINISTRATION, DC Burea. Provides news coverage of the Obama administration for all ABC News programs, focusing on major initiatives such as health care reform. There will be a special emphasis on coverage for digital media platforms. and the production of digital media content. Must have very strong writing and reporting skills and experience covering national politics. There is a strong internal candidate.

THE D.C. BUREAU DIGITAL REPORTER, TREASURY. Responsibilities include providing coverage of the Treasury Department and Washington-based economic news for all ABC News programs and platforms. There will be a special emphasis on coverage for digital media. Must have strong writing and reporting skills. Experience covering economic news preferred. There is a strong internal candidate.

WORLD NEWS PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE. Responsibilities include assisting producers and senior producers with tape and editorial research, cutting voiceovers for broadcast, and occasional field producing. Candidates should have experience working on the AVID editing system. Ability to shoot with a DV Camera and previous field producing experience is a plus.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES
Reporting

• Receives assignment or evaluates financial news leads and tips to develop story idea. • Gathers and verifies factual information regarding story through interview, observation, and research. • Organizes material, determines emphasis, and writes story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards. • Transmits information to Newswriter for story writing. • Writes stories for delivery by anchors. • Develops sources and contacts for story development. • Must be prepared to do live onset reports on breaking financial news.

Camera and Field Operations

•Shoots video to illustrate stories.
•Edits, or assists in editing, videos for broadcast.

Presentation Skills

• Appears on television program when conducting taped or filmed interviews or narration. • Gives live reports from site of event or mobile broadcast unit. • Occasionally represents station at other events.

Other Duties as Assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE
Education: College Degree required.
Experience: 2-3 years experience in print or broadcast journalism. Experience in business news preferred.

Apply online www.timewarner.jobs, Requisition # 109495BR

MORNING NEWS REPORTER/HOST

WNYC Radio has an opening for a Morning News Reporter/Host who has
excellent on-air presence and strong reporting, writing and production
skills to become a regular morning presence on WNYC - as both a reporter
and a regular, substitute news host.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* Covering the early-morning stories for WNYC news, often live,
from the field, as a regular morning presence
* Filling in for local hosts of Morning Edition, The Takeaway
(Local and National) as assigned
* Report and produce stories for radio and webcast, using audio
and visual recording equipment
* Report on the air live via phone or other means
* Establish and develop sources
* Put issues, stories, happenings and breaking news into context
and without hype
* Write news headlines and news shorts; write and record news
spots for later broadcasts
* In some cases, operate the broadcast board to play shows and
on-air elements
* Make on-air transitions from one show or segment to another
* Monitor a variety of news sources to broadcast breaking news
and to alert other staff of major news
* Take direction from news producers to complete morning tasks
for news room
* Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:
(Required)
* Availability to work regular schedule of M-F 5am-1pm, and
occasionally other hours as needed
* Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or relevant
equivalent
* Solid, demonstrated experience as a reporter, producer and/or
host
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills with clear,
authoritative speaking voice
* Strong interviewing skills; exceptional news judgment and
strong journalistic ethics
* Understanding and ability to follow international, national
and New York area news
* Able to maintain clear thinking under pressure; prioritize and
manage several projects at one time
* Able to recognize the news value of a range of stories, and to
respond appropriately to breaking news
* Proficiently operate technical equipment
* Knowledge of FCC rules and regulations
* This position requires use of a computer, telephone and other
office and broadcast equipment; ability to communicate effectively
through a variety of methods; requires ability to work extended hours as
needed
* Must be able to work in a studio broadcast and/or office
environment; must be able to work remotely on occasion
* New York City experience preferred
* WNYC listener preferred

To Apply:
To apply for this opportunity, please e-mail a cover letter, salary
requirements and resume (attached as a Word document) to jobs@wnyc.org
with “Morning News Reporter/Host” written in the subject line. WNYC must
receive all information requested in order to consider your candidacy.
Qualified candidates only please. No calls. No agencies. Candidates
selected for interview will be contacted.

WNYC Radio seeks the following a senior producer, assistant editor and production assistant for RadioLab: Application Deadline – October 14, 2008 by 5pm EST To apply for this opportunity, please submit a cover letter, salary requirements and resume online to jobs@wnyc.org with “[Specify Position], RL” in subject line.

Position details:
1. Senior Producer
Reporting to the executive producer of Radio Lab, the senior producer must be open to creative thinking, team effort, and be committed to developing strong communication within the show, across the organization and with external contributors. Sound editorial/reporting experience and excellent staff management and communication skills are required. The successful candidate will demonstrate fearlessness in pursuit of information, ability to work under pressure, strong instincts for gathering great tape, an inquisitive and active mind, and an ability to work in a tightly-knit team.

The senior producer is responsible for coordinating the Radio Lab production process and overseeing interns, a production assistant and associate producer. The senior producer will work closely with the assistant editor and host to produce 10 episodes of Radio Lab a year, 3-5 live events, and 26+ podcasts.

The producer must be a self-starter; and thrive in a collaborative, innovation-focused work environment.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
§ Reporting and producing pieces
§ Coordinating Radio Lab production calendar§ Running Radio Lab staff meetings and supervising staff
§ Coordinating with external contributors
§ Creating scripts/segments from interviews performed by our hosts and others
§ Researching story ideas, booking guests, arranging logistics (such as tape syncs, ISDNS, travel plans)
§ Must be able to travel as required for reporting and recording
producer must be open to creative thinking, team effort, and be committed to developing strong communication within the show, across the organization and with external contributors. Sound editorial/reporting experience and excellent staff management and communication skills are required. The successful candidate will demonstrate fearlessness in pursuit of information, ability to work under pressure, strong instincts for gathering great tape, an inquisitive and active mind, and an ability to work in a tightly-knit team.

The senior producer is responsible for coordinating the Radio Lab production process and overseeing interns, a production assistant and associate producer. The senior producer will work closely with the assistant editor and host to produce 10 episodes of Radio Lab a year, 3-5 live events, and 26+ podcasts.

The producer must be a self-starter; and thrive in a collaborative, innovation-focused work environment.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
§ Reporting and producing pieces
§ Coordinating Radio Lab production calendar§ Working as a director with actors/hosts/reporters at Radio Lab
§ Pre-interviewing and booking of potential guests
§ Writing and editing material and preparing audio for broadcast
§ Assist during tapings and digital audio production for the show
§ Performing occasional field reporting and/or recording
§ Work on other special projects and duties as assigned
§ Other responsibilities as needed

Qualifications:
§ Five years minimum journalism, print and/or broadcast experience preferred
§ Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience required
§ Demonstrated strong news writing ability, preferably in a broadcast setting required
§ Excellent verbal and written communication required
§ Sound organizational skills, with great attention to detail required
§ Extensive research skills required
§ Ability to meet objectives under deadline pressure required
§ Requires ability to work in a group environment, give and take direction
§ Digital audio editing experience preferred
§ Prior management experience strongly preferred
§ Previous radio production experience strongly recommended
§ This position requires use of a computer, telephone and other office equipment; ability to communicate effectively through a variety of methods; requires ability to work extended hours as needed, including some evenings and weekends
§ Must be able to work in a studio broadcast and/or office environment; must be able to work remotely on occasion.

2. Assistant Editor
Reporting to the senior producer of Radio Lab, the assistant editor will work closely with the host/editor. The assistant editor will work closely with the Senior Producer in leading the weekly editorial meeting. Sound editorial/reporting experience and communication skills are required. Must have extensive science reporting experience. and demonstrate fearlessness in pursuit of information, ability to work under pressure, strong instincts for gathering great tape, an inquisitive and active mind, and an ability to work in a tightly-knit team are required.

The assistant editor will be responsible for steering the Radio Lab editorial process, which conveys the editorial vision of the host/editor, and meets the approval of the co-host. The position involves extensive communication with the staff and a clear sense of pushing the editorial conversation forward. The assistant editor will work closely with the senior producer and host with the explicit goal of producing 10 episodes of Radio Lab a year, 3-5 live events, and 26+ podcasts.

The assistant editor must be a self-starter; and thrive in a collaborative, innovation-focused work environment.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
§ Manages story execution from conception to completion across all platforms
§ Reports and produces pieces
§ Convenes an editorial conversation between hosts and show captains.
§ Maintains the editorial focus and point of view in developing show concepts.
§ Scripts/segments from interviews performed by our hosts and others
§ Researches story ideas, books guests, arranges logistics (such as tape syncs, ISDNS, travel plans)
§ Must be able to travel as required for reporting and recording
§ May work as a director with actors/hosts/reporters at Radio Lab
§ Pre-interview and book of potential guests
§ Write and edit material and prepare audio for broadcast
§ Assist during tapings and digital audio production for the show
§ Perform occasional field reporting and/or recording
§ Work on other special projects as assigned and other duties as assigned
§ Other responsibilities as needed

Qualifications:
§ Three years minimum journalism, print and/or broadcast experience required§ Science Journalism Degree or equivalent experience required
§ Demonstrated research/investigative journalistic skills required
§ Ability to prioritize and handle several projects at once – Required
§ Demonstrated strong news writing ability, preferably in a broadcast setting required
§ Excellent verbal and written communication required
§ Sound organizational skills, with great attention to detail required
§ Extensive research skills required
§ Ability to meet objectives under deadline pressure required
§ Requires ability to work in a group environment, give and take direction
§ Digital audio editing experience preferred
§ Previous radio production experience strongly recommended
§ This position requires use of a computer, telephone and other office equipment; ability to communicate effectively through a variety of methods; requires ability to work extended hours as needed, including some evenings and weekends,
§ Must be able to work in a studio broadcast and/or office environment; must be able to work remotely on occasion.

3. Production Assistant
Reporting to the senior producer of Radio Lab, the production assistant will be a vital part of the Radio Lab production team. The production assistant must have a thirst for listening to raw audio, a hunger for cutting tape, and a voracious appetite for communication about story ideas. Journalism experience and effective communication skills are required. The successful candidate will be a good story teller and demonstrate fearlessness in pursuit of information, strong instincts for gathering great tape, an inquisitive and active mind, and an ability to work in a tightly-knit team are required.

The production assistant will be responsible production assembly duties, as well as developing and building radio lab stories. The position involves extensive communication with other staff members.

The production assistant must be a self-starter; and thrive in a collaborative, innovation-focused work environment.

§ Cut interview and tracking tape.
§ Assist the senior producer in show-related activities to meet deadlines
§ Assemble audio clips to be the aural version of print scripts.
§ Assist with reporting and producing pieces.
§ Propose scripts/segments from interviews performed by our hosts and others
§ Assist with research for story ideas, booking guests, arranging logistics (such as tape syncs, ISDNS, travel plans)
§ Must be able to travel as required for reporting and recording§ Assist with pre-interview and booking of potential guests
§ Assist with writing and editing material, and preparing audio for broadcast
§ Assist during tapings and digital audio production for the show
§ Perform occasional field reporting and/or recording
§ Write blog posts, and other outreach responsibilities as assigned.
§ Work on other special projects as assigned and other duties as assigned
§ Other responsibilities as needed

Qualifications:
§ One year journalism, print and/or broadcast experience required§ Experience working with sound recordings; Digital audio editing experience preferred
§ Demonstrated research/investigative journalistic skills suggested
§ Ability to prioritize and handle several projects at once – Required
§ Excellent verbal and written communication required
§ Sound organizational skills, with great attention to detail required
§ Extensive research skills required
§ Ability to meet objectives under deadline pressure required
§ Requires ability to work in a group environment, and to take direction well
§ Previous radio production experience recommended
§ This position requires use of a computer, telephone and other office equipment; ability to communicate effectively through a variety of methods; requires ability to work extended hours/overtime as needed, including some evenings and weekends,
§ Must be able to work in a studio broadcast and/or office environment; must be able to work remotely on occasion.

SENIOR PRODUCER, RADIO LAB

For more information about the show visit: http://www.wnyc.org/shows/radiolab

ABOUT THE POSITION:
WNYC Radio seeks a senior producer to join a tremendously creative staff that serves a passionate, diverse audience and produces an unparalleled product.

Reporting to the executive producer of Radio Lab, the senior producer must be open to creative thinking, team effort, and be committed to developing strong communication within the show, across the organization and with external contributors. Sound editorial/reporting experience and excellent staff management and communication skills are required. The successful candidate will demonstrate fearlessness in pursuit of information, ability to work under pressure, strong instincts for gathering great tape, an inquisitive and active mind, and an ability to work in a tightly-knit team.

The senior producer is responsible for coordinating the Radio Lab production process and overseeing interns, a production assistant and associate producer. The senior producer will work closely with the assistant editor and host to produce 10 episodes of Radio Lab a year, 3-5 live events, and 26+ podcasts.

The producer must be a self-starter; and thrive in a collaborative, innovation-focused work environment.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

§ Reporting and producing pieces

§ Coordinating Radio Lab production calendar

§ Running Radio Lab staff meetings and supervising staff

§ Coordinating with external contributors

§ Creating scripts/segments from interviews performed by our hosts and others

§ Researching story ideas, booking guests, arranging logistics (such as tape syncs, ISDNS, travel plans)

§ Must be able to travel as required for reporting and recording

§ Working as a director with actors/hosts/reporters at Radio Lab

§ Pre-interviewing and booking of potential guests

§ Writing and editing material and preparing audio for broadcast

§ Assist during tapings and digital audio production for the show

§ Performing occasional field reporting and/or recording

§ Work on other special projects and duties as assigned

§ Other responsibilities as needed

Qualifications:
§ Five years minimum journalism, print and/or broadcast experience preferred

§ Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience required

§ Demonstrated strong news writing ability, preferably in a broadcast setting required

§ Excellent verbal and written communication required

§ Sound organizational skills, with great attention to detail required

§ Extensive research skills required

§ Ability to meet objectives under deadline pressure required

§ Requires ability to work in a group environment, give and take direction

§ Digital audio editing experience preferred

§ Prior management experience strongly preferred

§ Previous radio production experience strongly recommended

§ This position requires use of a computer, telephone and other office equipment; ability to communicate effectively through a variety of methods; requires ability to work extended hours as needed, including some evenings and weekends

§ Must be able to work in a studio broadcast and/or office environment; must be able to work remotely on occasion.

ABOUT THE STATION:
WNYC FM & AM are America’s most listened to public radio stations, heard by more than 1.1 million listeners each week in the New York Region. WNYC offers a unique service in the nation’s most competitive and dynamic radio market. WNYC airs 24 hours a day, 365 days a year on FM 93.9, AM 820, and www.wnyc.org, where listeners can access the stations’ cutting edge podcasting technology and online programming on WNYC2, our HD and internet radio.

HOW TO APPLY:
Application Deadline – October 14, 2008 by 5pm EST

To apply for this opportunity, please submit a cover letter, salary requirements and resume online to jobs@wnyc.org with “Senior Producer, RL”

WNYC must receive all information requested in order to consider your candidacy.

Qualified candidates only please. No calls, no agencies. Candidates selected for interview will be contacted. WNYC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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Assistant Editor, RADIO LAB
For more information about the show visit: http://www.wnyc.org/shows/radiolab.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

WNYC Radio seeks an assistant editor to join a tremendously creative staff that serves a passionate, diverse audience and produces an unparalleled product.

Reporting to the senior producer of Radio Lab, the assistant editor will work closely with the host/editor. The assistant editor will work closely with the Senior Producer in leading the weekly editorial meeting. Sound editorial/reporting experience and communication skills are required. Must have extensive science reporting experience. and demonstrate fearlessness in pursuit of information, ability to work under pressure, strong instincts for gathering great tape, an inquisitive and active mind, and an ability to work in a tightly-knit team are required.

The assistant editor will be responsible for steering the Radio Lab editorial process, which conveys the editorial vision of the host/editor, and meets the approval of the co-host. The position involves extensive communication with the staff and a clear sense of pushing the editorial conversation forward. The assistant editor will work closely with the senior producer and host with the explicit goal of producing 10 episodes of Radio Lab a year, 3-5 live events, and 26+ podcasts.

The assistant editor must be a self-starter; and thrive in a collaborative, innovation-focused work environment.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

§ Manages story execution from conception to completion across all platforms

§ Reports and produces pieces

§ Convenes an editorial conversation between hosts and show captains.

§ Maintains the editorial focus and point of view in developing show concepts.

§ Scripts/segments from interviews performed by our hosts and others

§ Researches story ideas, books guests, arranges logistics (such as tape syncs, ISDNS, travel plans)

§ Must be able to travel as required for reporting and recording

§ May work as a director with actors/hosts/reporters at Radio Lab

§ Pre-interview and book of potential guests

§ Write and edit material and prepare audio for broadcast

§ Assist during tapings and digital audio production for the show

§ Perform occasional field reporting and/or recording

§ Work on other special projects as assigned and other duties as assigned

§ Other responsibilities as needed

Qualifications:

§ Three years minimum journalism, print and/or broadcast experience required

§ Science Journalism Degree or equivalent experience required

§ Demonstrated research/investigative journalistic skills required

§ Ability to prioritize and handle several projects at once – Required

§ Demonstrated strong news writing ability, preferably in a broadcast setting required

§ Excellent verbal and written communication required

§ Sound organizational skills, with great attention to detail required

§ Extensive research skills required

§ Ability to meet objectives under deadline pressure required

§ Requires ability to work in a group environment, give and take direction

§ Digital audio editing experience preferred

§ Previous radio production experience strongly recommended

§ This position requires use of a computer, telephone and other office equipment; ability to communicate effectively through a variety of methods; requires ability to work extended hours as needed, including some evenings and weekends,

§ Must be able to work in a studio broadcast and/or office environment; must be able to work remotely on occasion.

ABOUT THE STATION:
WNYC FM & AM are America’s most listened to public radio stations, heard by more than 1.1 million listeners each week in the New York Region. WNYC offers a unique service in the nation’s most competitive and dynamic radio market. WNYC airs 24 hours a day, 365 days a year on FM 93.9, AM 820, and www.wnyc.org, where listeners can access the stations’ cutting edge podcasting technology and online programming on WNYC2, our HD and internet radio.

HOW TO APPLY:
Application Deadline – October 14, 2008 by 5pm EST

To apply for this opportunity, please submit a cover letter, salary requirements and resume online to jobs@wnyc.org with “Assistant Editor, RL”

WNYC must receive all information requested in order to consider your candidacy.

Qualified candidates only please. No calls, no agencies. Candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

WNYC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

WNYC radio seeks the following

1. Listener Services Associate. please submit a cover letter, salary requirements and resume online to jobs@wnyc.org with “LS ASSOCIATE” in the subject line.
2. Digital Media Culture Intern (fall ‘08). Submit resume and cover letter explaining why you would like to help produce new media content for WNYC Digital Media Culture. Please describe the last great film you saw in theaters, and the last great video you saw on YouTube. Explain how you find out what’s going on in the city on a given weekend. Briefly describe any relevant journalism, broadcasting, or other media skills; your familiarity with office software; and your research experience as a Word documents to jobs@wnyc.org with “DIGITAL CULTURE INTERN-F08″ written in the subject line.
3. Online Journalism Intern (fall ‘08). e-mail a cover letter and resume (include links to your best work and three pitches for new features at thetakeaway.org) as a Word document to jobs@wnyc.org with “THE TAKEAWAY ONLINE JOURNALISM INTERN-F08″ written in the subject line.

Position Details
LISTENING SERVICES ASSOCIATE
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Provide listeners and members with timely professional responses to inquiries and comments. Carefully document all interactions in WNYC database . Pro-actively following-up on open issues. Encourage non-members to become members and support the Membership department’s retention efforts. Research and respond to programming inquiries. Develop overall understanding of station operations and personnel in order to respond to listener inquiries. Address and respond to membership inquiries. Support station efforts to strengthen and expand WNYC’s relationship with its listeners

Qualifications:
(Required) Excellent verbal and telephone communication skills. Proficiency in written communication. Proven ability to generate a high volume of error-free correspondence. Superior interpersonal skills and a positive attitude, with focus on customer satisfaction and a team work environment. Ability to work in a busy environment necessary. Familiarity with WNYC Radio programming or public broadcasting preferred. Proven ability to navigate through difficult calls. Ability to convert challenges to opportunities. Working knowledge of a database -Team Approach is a plus. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, and ability to use multiple applications simultaneously. Internet-research experience. College degree or equivalent with two years of customer service or comparable experience. This position requires use of a computer, telephone and other office equipment; ability to communicate effectively through a variety of methods; requires ability to work extended hours as needed

DIGITAL MEDIA CULTURE INTERN
WNYC Digital Media Culture is seeking sharp, enthusiastic self-starters excited about using new media for arts and culture reporting in New York City to help us create media such as blog posts, video shorts, radio stories, slideshows, and websites using radio, video and photography. You must be open to creative thinking, team effort and have a passion for New York City culture. We are looking for interns with a variety of experiences and backgrounds. Interns are paid a small stipend and may receive college credit.
INTERNSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Assist in all aspects of producing media for WNYC Digital Media Culture
* Provide research assistance and tape transcription
* Assist with aspects of the promotion of WNYC Digital Media Culture content through blog outreach and social networking websites like the Facebook and MySpace
* Interns will be part of the editorial process and may be expected to pitch ideas for Culture Blog content
* Assist with occasional administrative duties
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Must have familiarity with NYC arts and culture life, knowledge of relevant blogs and websites and a passion for the arts and popular culture
* Proven willingness to learn new skills required
* Some journalism experience is preferred
* Must be consistently available for a minimum of 20 hours per week during the months of September through December to work in a New York City-based facility
* Must be enrolled in an accredited college to earn course credit

ONLINE JOURNALISM INTERN
The Takeaway thetakeaway.org, an ambitious multi-platform national news program co-produced by WNYC and PRI, seeks intellectually curious self-starters with Web skills and an interest in journalism to assist in the production of a dynamic radio show and online news experience. You must be open to creative thinking, team effort and making something new every day, whether it’s audio, video, a blog, citizen journalism, a public service database, a game, or an entirely new Web site. You’ll be part of a team as complex and diverse as America itself — we’re looking for interns with a variety of experiences, backgrounds and passions. Interns are paid a small stipend and may receive college credit. Note: Much of the work of the program takes place early in the mornings.
INTERNSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES::
* Assist in the production of The Takeaway’s digital experience by helping to research and produce news content
* Interns will play a critical role in contributing to and maintaining The Takeaway’s presence on social media platforms, including blogs and games
* Interns will be a part of the editorial process and may be expected to pitch ideas
* Assist with occasional administrative duties
Qualifications
* Must have online experience: either creating Web sites (using technologies such as CSS, JavaScript, Flash or MySQL), utilizing social media, or creating original journalism for the online format
* Must have a proven willingness to learn new skills
* Must be consistently available for a minimum of 15 hours per week during the months of September through December to work in a New York Citybased facility
* Must be enrolled in an accredited college to earn course credit

Associate Editor:
amNewYork is looking to hire an associate editor responsible for the paper’s travel, dining, eating well and career sections. This editor must gather content (stories, photos and multimedia) from freelancers and the wires; write stories, captions, headlines and Web icons; and lay out pages. Solid news judgment and the ability to think creatively about how to produce smart content, present stories and drive coverage is essential. The editor also must be flexible and collegial in working with the amNY.com staff and assisting other print news editors with their pages when necessary. The hours are: Sunday through Thursday from about 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., but flexibility is essential as is knowledge of InDesign. New York City residency is a plus. DUTIES: · Smart, innovative daily and long-term planning for the sections. · Identify stories, photos and graphics from staff, wires and freelancers. · Report/write original stories. · Work on occasional original projects · Design sharp pages in InDesign on daily deadline · Write headlines and captions. · Oversee freelancers, assign stories and edit copy. · Maintain dining, travel, careers and eating well pages. Contact managing editor Rolando Pujol at rpujol@am-ny.com

Reporter:
The candidate must have 3-4 years experience working at a daily newspaper or wire service covering crime, courts, transportation, education or government news. This person must be able to write daily stories on deadline and also produce longer, cover stories and projects. The candidate also must feed breaking stories to the online staff and contribute to amNY.com¹s blogs and multimedia efforts.

Duties:
Write clear, accurate, well-crafted news and feature stories on deadline. Develop and initiate projects including in-depth features, investigative reports and analytical pieces. Make arrangements for photos, videos, graphics and other supplemental publication material for the paper and Web site.

Requirements/Qualifications:
3-4 years experience working at a daily newspaper or wire service covering hard news. Excellent writing and communication skills. Ability to break news, cultivate sources and generate sharp stories ideas. Familiarity with New York City. A bachelor’s degree in Journalism or related field. Ability to use and understand a broad base of information systems, including news wires, data banks of governmental agencies and private organizations, and various other research materials. Knowledge of Quark, PhotoShop, video shooting and editing skills a plus.

The Express is WNYC’s hyper-local interactive news-driven public affairs magazine and talk program. Program features include an ensemble cast to provide diverse perspectives and unique access points to communities throughout New York; Interactivity as a tool for inclusion and engagement; monthly civic dialogue forums where multimedia technologies, artistic performances, and scholarly work serve as the catalyst for public dialogue on social issue most impacting New Yorkers.

The senior producer will lead the daily editorial meeting; will participate in the program on-air and online; will pitch story ideas in regular editorial meetings and be expected to plan out story coverage from conception to completion. The senior producer will work with the Senior Director Program Development to help develop and shape the editorial voice of the program.

Manages:

· Story execution from conception to completion across all platforms

· Collaboration on story execution with program hosts, producers, and other staff

· Collaboration on content with various departments and programs across WNYC

· Selection and editing of program contributors with a strong emphasis on original voices

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

· Develop story ideas for a daily radio program

· Develop stories with program hosts and other staff

· Work to develop show’s sound and perspective with program hosts and other staff

· Contribute to program on-air, on-stage and online as guest and segment presenter

· Target program contributors and develop regular contributors as a key element of the daily program

· Produce web specific content for the program and develop strategies for interactive program components in collaboration with WNYC Digital

· Other responsibilities as needed

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree or satisfactory equivalent

· 5 years of full time professional experience in a rigorous, media or research driven environment, or satisfactory equivalent required

· Excellent communication, diplomacy and collaborative skills required

· Strong interviewing skills

· Demonstrated research/investigative journalistic skills

· On-air experience preferred

· Ability to prioritize and handle several projects at once

· Ability to take initiative to pursue story ideas

· Ability to shift gears between independent and collaborative work required

· Ability to see news stories as interrelated and help draw out common areas

· Previous staff management and budget experience preferred

· This position requires use of a computer, telephone and other office and broadcast equipment; ability to communicate effectively through a variety of methods; requires ability to work extended hours as needed

· Must be able to work in a studio broadcast and/or office environment; must be able to work remotely on occasion

To apply for this opportunity, please submit a cover letter, salary requirements and resume online to jobs@wnyc.org with “Sr Producer/Express” written in the subject line.

This administrator manages a desk of about a dozen spot news editors
responsible for delivering timely, accurate and authoritative breaking
news and informative, analytical stories about the day’s top
developments in business news. Working in conjunction with beat editors
and reporters, the News Editor helps drive the production of news that
informs consumers and investors and that meets the demands of an online
audience. Qualified applicants should be seasoned editors and managers,
able to quickly shape stories that are sensible and easy to comprehend
while inspiring and teaching other editors to do likewise. Along with
the beat editors, he or she also coordinates the day’s workflow as well
as the work schedules for business editors and reporters in New York
State and around the country.

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate will have experience managing a team of
journalists and working across desks and departments to deliver an
outstanding news report. The AP is looking for someone with the
managerial skills to lead a desk of editors operating under deadline
pressure and the editing skills and news judgment to drive outstanding
spot news coverage. The right candidate will have editing experience
across a range of industries, from media/entertainment to retailing to
technology. The position requires excellent organizational and
communications skills and the ability to juggle competing priorities in
a fast-paced environment. Financial news experience is required. Five or
more years editing experience and two or more years of managerial
experience are preferred.
For application details, see http://careers.ap.org/viewjob.html?erjob=11383&eresc=ERNOTIFY

“The Right People Make
All the Difference”

Join a dynamic, fast paced media company with exceptional growth
opportunities?

A new and exciting radio network, catering to North America’s growing South
Asian community seeks experienced full and part time radio personnel to fill
a number of positions in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Jose, DC and
Toronto.

Radio Personalities & Production (in each city): Reference
ID: Production 2008-200

*
* Radio Jockeys
* News Editors & Anchors
* Talk Show Hosts
* Producers

Candidates should have a passion for media and ideally some previous radio
experience and/or professional broadcast training. Silky, radio voice is a
definite asset. Extensive knowledge of your local South Asian community and
a love for the local/international South Asian music scene or current world
news and events is ideal. Prefer multi-lingual hosts who are fluent in
English and at least one other South Asian language. Included with your
application please submit a 5 minute audio sample of your work.

Technical Staff Reference ID: Technical 2008-100

*
* MCR Operators
* Console Operators
* Technical Producers
* IT/Technical Support
* Commercial Scheduler & Manager
* Web/Graphic Designers

Ideal applicants should have first hand experience with broadcasting and
production equipment (preferably IP based), be fluent in English and at
least one South Asian language and have the ability to travel throughout
North America. Included with your application please highlight your recent
equipment, editing and automation software experience.

Sales & Marketing (in each city):
Reference ID: S&M 2008-300

*
* Commercial Sales Executives
* Marketing & Community Relations Managers

Candidates must possess extensive ties to their local South Asian
Communities. Preference will be given to those with experience in media
sales and/or marketing but this is not mandatory. Proficiency in at least
one South Asian language would be an asset along with strong organizational,
communication and selling skills. Ideal candidates have shown initiative in
their past positions and are able to work with some level of independence.

To apply please send your resume, references and salary expectations,
quoting the appropriate job ID number and city of interest in the subject
line, to hr@worldbandmedia.com. Note: Candidates with relevant technical,
electronic, media or broadcasting education will be looked upon favourably.

As part of a team dedicated to covering the technology sector for the
Business News desk, this reporter contributes spot news and
authoritative, compelling and useful enterprise stories and packages on
a range of topics. The content must be thoroughly reported and
well-written, making important and often complex topics easy to
understand. The successful candidate may at times be asked to take
charge of the biggest story of the day - such as a change in company
strategy or a merger - and fashion it to illuminate for online and print
readers why the story matters and how it may affect their lives.

QUALIFICATIONS

The right candidate will have well-rounded knowledge of the technology
sector and industries ranging from telecommunications to semiconductors
to online search engines. The ideal candidate should be able to quickly
distill often complicated information into tight, clear stories, and to
work under intense deadline pressure. This candidate will also have a
demonstrated talent for writing clear and compelling pieces and for
rigorous, thought-provoking analysis.
Applicants should be able to produce copy that meets AP’s high standards
for accuracy, balance, clarity and context. Three years as a financial
journalist is preferred. Good communications skills and familiarity with
a team approach to work are essential.

For application details, see http://careers.ap.org/viewjob.html?erjob=11126&eresc=ERNOTIFY

The International Photo Editor is responsible for leading the Associated
Press photo activities outside of North America (U.S. and Canada).
Working with international Regional Photo Editors in three regions
(Europe, Middle East and Africa; Asia/Pacific and Latin America) this
editor will lead a staff of nearly 300 photographers and editors as they
cover news, sports, entertainment, business and feature stories around
the globe. The job involves overseeing coverage plans as well as shaping
the photographic content of the photo report through analysis and
comparison of coverage results.

Training of photographers and editors will be an important component of
this position. In addition this position will drive new visual
storytelling techniques and production of multimedia. The position also
has budgetary oversight of AP’s photo operations outside of North
America and will be responsible for making hiring recommendations to the
Director of Photography.

QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate for this position will have substantial
international experience as a news photographer and/or photo editor and
will have experience running large story/event coverage in a news
organization as well as managing photographers and regional managers
from a variety of countries and cultures. The candidate will have solid
managerial experience as well as the financial acumen necessary to
oversee the multiple budgets involved. Working knowledge of Microsoft
Word, Excel, Photoshop and other photo-related programs is essential.
Ability to lead and work in a team across multiple formats is key to
success in this role. Knowledge of languages in addition to English is
desirable.

For application detåils, see http://careers.ap.org/viewjob.html?erjob=11143&eresc=ERNOTIFY

Positions (all in New York City)
Two Business Spot Editors. See http://careers.ap.org/viewjob.html?erjob=11123&eresc=ERNOTIFY for details.
1 Entertainment Editor. See http://openings.ap.org/viewjob.html?erjob=11143&eresc=ERNOTIFY for details.
1 Health Care Reporter. See http://careers.ap.org/viewjob.html?erjob=11163&eresc=ERNOTIFY for details.

Business News Editors
These editors are in key positions on the Business News editing desk,
part of a team that delivers everything from the first word of breaking
news to online readers to final versions sent to print and online
audiences. These newspersons edit stories on a wide scope of business
events, including quarterly earnings, acquisitions, restructurings and
regulatory actions. These editors also at times monitor company press
release wires and assign stories to writers.
The successful candidate will be adept at quickly shaping stories that
are informative and smart, analytical and forward looking, sensible and
easy to comprehend. These editors will also at times be asked to take
charge of one of the biggest stories of the day - an important earnings
announcement, a key executive appointment or a blockbuster M&A deal -
and help the reporter fashion it to illuminate for online and print
readers why the news is important and how it affects their lives.

QUALIFICATIONS
The right candidate will have editing experience across a range of
industries, from media/entertainment to retailing to technology. The
ideal candidate should be also able to craft copy into tight, clear
stories, and to work under intense deadline pressure. Candidates should
have the ability to effectively manage copy flow. Applicants should be
able to produce copy that meets AP’s high standards for accuracy,
balance, clarity and context. Familiarity with corporate regulatory
filings is essential. Some experience with data terminals such as
Thomson ONE is a plus. Candidates must have at least five years of daily
editing experience. Three years of financial news experience is
preferred. Good communications skills and familiarity with a team
approach to work is essential.

Entertainment Editor
The Associated Press seeks an experienced Entertainment Editor for its
New York City headquarters to lead cross-platform coverage of
entertainment and celebrities, and compete aggressively on breaking,
high-impact and exclusive news.

This person will manage a global staff of text reporters and editors and
work closely with five managers who oversee entertainment content across
text, photos, audio and video. The editor will work with staff to direct
coverage and develop exclusive and original editorial content with an
emphasis on multimedia products that involve all the formats. This
person will work closely with editorial counterparts in sports, business
and news.

QUALIFICATIONS

Excellent news judgment and experience thinking creatively about how to
produce competitive content are essential. Candidates must have strong
communication and collaboration skills; the ability and desire to learn
and deploy new storytelling techniques; deftness to handle multiple
tasks and deadlines at once; commitment to high standards in all aspects
of news coverage, administration and leadership; and must be a
self-starter who also has strong experience managing a team. The ideal
candidate will have several years of experience managing coverage with a
team. Applicants must have a passion for arts, culture and entertainment
and solid reporting, writing and editing skills. This candidate must be
knowledgeable about celebrity news and all aspects of arts and
entertainment on a global level. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
combination of education and experience are required.

Health Care Reporter
This newsperson reports and writes breaking news and enterprise stories
for The Associated Press’ national business report, with a focus on
pharmaceutical, hospital and health-insurance companies and other
health-related business issues. This reporter develops industry sources
with an eye toward reporting events and trends before others do in a
highly competitive coverage area. This newsperson works with writers and
editors in the Business News Department in New York and in domestic and
international bureaus to leverage AP’s global presence. This person
sometimes edits and files copy for AP’s national report, and coordinates
coverage plans with Photos, Multimedia, Graphics and Broadcast
Departments.

QUALIFICATIONS

The job requires a minimum of three years of experience as a reporter,
writer or editor, with experience writing and editing spot news and
enterprise. Knowledge about drug and health insurance companies,
hospitals and health care policy is strongly preferred, including
experience covering major executives at these companies.
The job requires solid news judgment and communications skills plus
familiarity with a team approach to news coverage. The ideal candidate
will have a proven ability to develop sources and break news and a
demonstrated ability to write both spot and project news stories with
flair. Applicants must be able to craft compelling leads and produce
highly readable stories appropriate for a general global audience. He or
she must be able to make snap decisions under intense deadline pressure
and in a highly competitive news arena. Candidates must be able to
quickly write and edit copy to meet AP’s standards for accuracy and
balance, as well as style and grammar.

SUMMARY: Responsible for going out in the field to shoot video and sound bites, to interview and obtain information in order to accurately and thoroughly report a story, and assist the reporters.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

Video
• Shoots appropriate video and sound bites
• Checks equipment and notify ENG of equipment problems.

News Gathering
• Conducts interviews
• Gathers information.
• Determines best way to shoot the story
• Requires traveling to story location
• Driver’s License required
• Assists the news truck
• Assists reporters

Reports to Assignment Desk
• Relays information in the field back to the station
• Coordinates with assignment desk and producer.
• Logs in information and enters information into computer.
• Supports assignment editors
• Trains interns in the field

Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION
College Degree with a major in journalism or communication preferred or equivalent experience.

EXPERIENCE

1-2 experience in news gathering or related field.

Prepares, writes and copy edits assigned stories into scripts and edits audio and video to be presented on the air. Updates copy and audio/video as story changes. Works with reporters, producers, assignment desk and to produce factual, clear, interesting news stories that the viewing public can understand. Writes scripts and edits audio/video in a timely fashion.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

Preparation
• Reads local newspapers and watches other local TV stations to keep in touch with NY news.
• Prepares news stories based on information provided by the assignment desk, wire service, newspapers, press releases, NY1 Archives and video tape shot in the field.
• Adds video, sound and graphics.

Writing
• Writes clear, simple scripts for anchors to read.
• Copy edits scripts correcting for accuracy, factual content, pronunciation, grammar and spelling.
• Updates scripts as news changes.
• Provides scripts in a timely fashion.
• Suggests ways to improve the process.

Audio/Video Editing
• Logs incoming video and audio for use in news wheel.
• Edits video for anchor voice-overs and sound on tapes using current and future technology.
• Works with reporters to prepare voice over material and sound for their live field reports.

Equipment Setup
• Checks all equipment.
• Reads scopes and audio levels.
• Sets machines to required levels.

Quality Control
• Makes certain all video and sound meet quality standards.

Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION
• College degree
• Degree in Journalism, Communication or English preferred.

EXPERIENCE

• 1-2 years newsroom experience: internship, field work, or freelance.
• Video Production experience necessary.
• Experience writing copy, editing, shooting, collecting elements and putting packages together.
• Experience researching, creating news stories and making basic editorial decisions on what is a newsworthy story.

JOB TITLE: Business Development Coordinator (Full-Time)
COMPANY: NY1 News
LOCATION: New York, NY
TO APPLY: www.timewarner.jobs, Requisition # 102095BR

About NY1 News:
NY1 News is Time Warner’s 24-hour newschannel in New York City. NY1 covers the city’s five boroughs with more than 40 full-time reporters.

NY1 signed on in the fall of 1992 from its newsroom on Manhattan’s West 42nd Street. As it approached its tenth anniversary, the station moved into a new state-of-the-art facility in the historic Chelsea Market building in January of 2002. With an integrated, all-digital production system and more than 600 hours of computer-based video storage, the facility represents one of the most advanced newsgathering operations in the world.

SUMMARY: This individual will be responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of new digital media businesses and distribution opportunities that take advantage of the increasingly multi-platform consumption of digital media. Responsible for creating and managing strategic relationships within Time Warner and with other, third party companies. Must be able to leverage knowledge, technology and intellectual property to expand our products, services, functionality and/or market reach.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
Business Development
• Under the supervision of the Manager, will provide assistance in developing proposals, marketing opportunities and writing business model designs
• Analyze markets and new developments as well as use tools such as marketing, sales, information management and customer service in order to expand NY1’s reach
• Research and locate NY1 owned footage requested for use by other companies and organizations
• Negotiate contracts and write license agreements for companies and organizations wishing to use NY1 owned footage
• Create and manage relationships with potential partner executives and working with multiple divisions within TWC divisions, including representatives of advertising, sales, editorial, legal, and technology to determine appropriate deal terms and to develop detailed and persuasive proposals
• Lease out NY1 studio space to other companies
• Perform administrative duties such as fax, sort, collate, answering phones, etc.
• Other duties as assigned
EDUCATION:
BA/BS required.

EXPERIENCE:
The ideal candidate will have a combination of the following desired qualifications and skills: a minimum of one years of related experience.
Time Warner Cable supports a drug-free environment and is EOE M/F/V/D

JOB TITLE: Operations Supervisor (Full-Time)
COMPANY: NY1 News
LOCATION: New York, NY
TO APPLY: www.timewarner.jobs, Requisition # 102277BR

SUMMARY: Responsible for maintaining the quality of NY1’s on-air product. Oversees the daily operations of Master Control (technical hub of the station, record feeds, etc. that is incorporated into production) and the Control Rooms (A) News, (B) Live shows. Acts as liaison with every other department to facilitate their needs with technical assistance and coordinate the efforts of control room staff to that end. This person is also responsible for managing bureau production operations including robotic cameras, bureau edit systems and ENG equipment. Local travel to maintain operations including bureaus in Bergen County, Staten Island, Queens and potential operations in other locations within the five boroughs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

Technical Operations
• Manages the technical portion of news production.
• Insures that all operators are able to operate technical equipment in control rooms.
• Provides technical assistance to other departments and outside clients
• Assists engineering staff in troubleshooting to solve technical problems in control rooms, as needed.
• Develops, implements and documents operating procedures and updates.
• Fills in for technicians when short staffed.
• Reviews all programming for technical quality.
• Critiques shows to find ways to improve them.
• Writes up notes on problems and what could have been done differently.

Planning, Coordinating, Scheduling
• Able to manpower plan by evaluating resources needed for adequate coverage of control rooms. Assists in scheduling and assigning control room staff.
• Coordinates feed material and fees windows.
• Coordinates special projects in relation to control rooms and MCR.
• Assists in booking and coordinating tape feeds and live shots.
• Participates in developing implementation plans for introducing new technology.

Human Resources
• Suggests to operations manager candidates for freelance staff.
• Provides relevant HR information to senior management on hiring, assignment, promotion and termination of full time staff.
• Effectively utilizes, and evaluates control and master control room staff.
• Will work with HR to resolve interpersonal issues and conflicts.

Orientation and Training
• Orients new technicians, freelancers and interns to control room operations.
• Trains new technicians, freelancers and interns in control room procedures and
use of equipment.
• Trains staff in use of new equipment.

Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION:
Technical or communications college degree.

EXPERIENCE:
5 years technical experience working at a TV facility operating MCR automation systems, production control audio consoles and experience working with non linear edit systems. IT experience and understanding of computer networking a must.

Time Warner Cable supports a drug-free environment and is EOE M/F/V/D

JOB TITLE: Technical Director (Full-Time)
COMPANY: NY1 News
LOCATION: New York, NY
TO APPLY: www.timewarner.jobs, Requisition # 100883BR

SUMMARY: Is in charge of the control room and all technical aspects of live and tape programming before it goes on air. This position makes all the technical decisions for all video and audio elements before reaching master control. Is responsible for coordinating with producers, anchors, reporters, writers and operators to ensure a quality on-air product.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
Directing/Technical Directing (Ability to direct and technical direct at the same time):

News Programming
- Follows a script from producer and introduce the video, audio, other elements to create news clips for the news wheel.

Longer Form Programs
-Directs control room in live and taped programming such as sports, political and talk shows.

Technical Directing: Coordinates all the technical elements to produce the on-air product:

-Familiar with GVG DD30/DD35
-Familiar with GVG Kayak DD20
-Familiar with AVID Dve Excel
-Familiar with AVID Thunder still store system

Quality Control:
-Reviews video and audio content for quality, continuity and accuracy.
-Critiques shows to find ways to improve them. Writes technical discrepancies on the tech log.
-Monitors control room performance and gives on-going feedback for improvement to management.

Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:
Associates degree. Four year college degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE:
Minimum 1 –2 years experience working in a control room. One year directing a control room. Camera and audio experience helpful.

Time Warner Cable supports a drug-free environment and is EOE M/F/V/D

* Writer, FOX Business Network
* Booker, FOX Business Network
* Graphic Designer
* News Editor, Foxnews.com
* Freelance Writer, Fox & Friends

Position: Writer, FOX Business Network
Location: New York

FOX News Channel is seeking an experienced and dynamic Writer.
Requirements:
* 4+ years of national or local major market experience
* Superior knowledge of business and economic issues as well as national politics and current events
* Solid news judgment and understanding of fair and balanced journalism
* Strong producing and communication skills
* Breaking news experience
* The ability to work well in a fast paced and intense atmosphere
* Working knowledge of iNews
* Must be available to work weekends/overnights.

Position: Booker-FOX Business Network
Location: New York

Responsibilities/Requirements:
Seeking a business news booker with 2+ years tv news experience. Must have guest booking experience and a solid rolodex of business and general news contacts. Pitching unique stories, researching and compiling pre-interview and research packets should be a strong suit. Solid news judgment and understanding of fair and balanced journalism a must. Strong writing skills preferred. Tape and graphics experience a plus. Proficiency using iNews and an understanding of building program rundowns required. Flexibility to work daytime, evening and weekend shifts.

Position: Graphic Designer
Location: New York
Requirements/Responsibilities: FOX News Channel currently seeks applicants who have Graphic Design and Animation experience. It is imperative that the applicant is proficient in PhotoShop, Illustrator, and After Effects. Viz, Flint or 3-D is a plus.

Applicant must be available to work any shift in a 24-hour breaking news environment; including nights, weekends, and overnights. A successful applicant will be a creative self-starter who can also work well with others from all departments. Must able to handle deadlines in an intense newsroom environment.

Position: News Editor, Foxnews.co
Location: New York
Responsibilities include but not limited to:

* Identify, edit and publish Fox News-generated, freelance, and wire service stories;
* Manage story flow, page turns and presentation of Foxnews.com news sections;
* Pitch and write breaking news and feature stories as assigned;
* Write compelling headlines, photo captions for Foxnews.com stories/section fronts;
* Identify, crop and treat photos and graphics for placement throughout Foxnews.com
Requirements:
* Proven experience in daily breaking news environment
* Demonstrated editing, writing and news judgment skills
* Excellent knowledge of current events and relevant history
* Flexibility to work different shifts to cover 24-hour new cycle
* Some HTML, Photoshop experience a plus

Position: Freelance Writer, Fox & Friends
Location: New York

FOX News Channel is seeking an experienced and dynamic morning television writer. This position requires working both weekend and weekday overnight hours.

Requirements:
* 4+ years of national or local major market experience
* Morning television experience a plus
* Demonstrated ability to write creative and edgy stories and teases is vital
* Solid news judgment and understanding of fair and balanced journalism
* Strong producing and communication skills
* Breaking news experience
* The ability to work well in a fast paced and intense atmosphere
* Working knowledge of iNews helpful
Fox News Channel is an EOE.
Interested applicants please send resumes to:

Fox News Channel
Human Resources
2nd floor
1211 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10036
Fax: 212-301-8588
Email: Resumes@foxnews.com
www.foxnews.com

JOB TITLE: News Assistant, Bergen (Full-Time)
COMPANY: NY1 News
LOCATION: New York, NY
TO APPLY: www.timewarner.jobs, Requisition # 100804BR
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About NY1 News
NY1 News is Time Warner’s 24-hour newschannel in New York City. NY1 covers the city’s five boroughs with more than 40 full-time reporters.
NY1 signed on in the fall of 1992 from its newsroom on Manhattan’s West 42nd Street. As it approached its tenth anniversary, the station moved into a new state-of-the-art facility in the historic Chelsea Market building in January of 2002. With an integrated, all-digital production system and more than 600 hours of computer-based video storage, the facility represents one of the most advanced newsgathering operations in the world.

SUMMARY: Responsible for going out in the field to shoot video and sound bites, to interview and obtain information in order to accurately and thoroughly report a story, and assist the reporters.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

Video
• Shoots appropriate video and sound bites
• Checks equipment and notify ENG of equipment problems.

News Gathering
• Conducts interviews
• Gathers information.
• Determines best way to shoot the story
• Requires traveling to story location
• Driver’s License required
• Assists the news truck
• Assists reporters

Reports to Assignment Desk
• Relays information in the field back to the station
• Coordinates with assignment desk and producer.
• Logs in information and enters information into computer.
• Supports assignment editors
• Trains interns in the field

Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION
College Degree with a major in journalism or communication preferred or equivalent experience.

EXPERIENCE
1-2 experience in news gathering or related field.

Time Warner Cable supports a drug-free environment and is EOE M/F/V/D

JOB TITLE: News Assistant, Queens (Full-Time)
COMPANY: NY1 News
LOCATION: New York, NY
TO APPLY: www.timewarner.jobs, Requisition # 100798BR

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SUMMARY: Responsible for going out in the field to shoot video and sound bites, to interview and obtain information in order to accurately and thoroughly report a story, and assist the reporters.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES
Video
• Shoots appropriate video and sound bites
• Checks equipment and notify ENG of equipment problems.

News Gathering
• Conducts interviews
• Gathers information.
• Determines best way to shoot the story
• Requires traveling to story location
• Driver’s License required
• Assists the news truck
• Assists reporters

Reports to Assignment Desk
• Relays information in the field back to the station
• Coordinates with assignment desk and producer.
• Logs in information and enters information into computer.
• Supports assignment editors
• Trains interns in the field
Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION
College Degree with a major in journalism or communication preferred or equivalent experience.

EXPERIENCE
1-2 experience in news gathering or related field.
Time Warner Cable supports a drug-free environment and is EOE M/F/V/D

JOB TITLE: Reporter, Queens (Full-Time)
COMPANY: NY1 News
LOCATION: New York, NY
TO APPLY: www.timewarner.jobs, Requisition # 100648BR
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SUMMARY: Collects, analyzes, shoots, and edits information about newsworthy events to present news stories for broadcast on NY1 News.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting
• Strong News judgment
• Receives assignment or evaluates news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
• Gathers and verifies factual information regarding stories through interviews, observation, and research.
• Organizes material, determines emphasis, and writes stories according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
• Develops sources and contacts for story development.
• Make decisive and accurate judgments for story and personal safety.
• May also be asked to write vosots for anchors

Camera and Field Operations
• Shoots video to illustrate stories.
• Edits videos for broadcast.
• Drives to News locations
• Checks and maintains equipment

Presentation Skills
• Appears on television program when conducting taped or filmed interviews or narration.
• Gives live reports from site of event or mobile broadcast unit.
• Occasionally represents station at other events.

Preparation
• Strong knowledge of NYC, politics, events and history.
• Ability to cover breaking news for 24 hour news cycle.

Other Duties as Assigned.

EDUCATION
Bachelors Degree, preferably in Journalism/Communication /English or related field. General Liberal Arts is acceptable.

EXPERIENCE
Minimum of 1-2 years journalism experience; preferably prior on air experience.

Time Warner Cable supports a drug-free environment and is EOE M/F/V/D

JOB TITLE: News Assistant (Full-Time)
COMPANY: NY1 News
LOCATION: New York, NY
TO APPLY: www.timewarner.jobs, Requisition # 100800BR
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SUMMARY: Responsible for the production and reporting of news and programming. Oversees aspects of newsgathering, production and editing of stories. Interacts with anchors, reporters, news assistants and technical staff in the process of taking stories from conception to air. Writes, edits and presents stories on the air in a clear and concise fashion.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES
Story Production
• General assignment reporting, anchoring and editing.
• Develop ideas for new stories.
• Interview guests.
• Prepare stories for airing.
• Present organized understandable, topical and attention-grabbing newscasts and programming.
• Review content of stories and checks for errors of fact, technical errors, creative content, miscues, editorial mistakes and all elements needed to deliver quality programming.
• Critiques shows to find ways to improve them. Writes up daily notes on problems and what could have been done differently.

Editorial
• Determines priority of stories in newscast.
• Writes and edits stories, teases, scripts, etc. for shows.
• Copy edits scripts and reviews the final edited version of taped stories.
• Shoots news and feature programming.
• Keeps informed on current issues by reading newspapers, wires, Today grid

Planning, Coordinating, Scheduling
• Schedules shoots, guest bookings.
• Insures that all necessary elements in packages and newscasts are delivered in a timely fashion.
• Evaluates resources needed for adequate coverage.
• Plans major coverage as to not interrupt daily news coverage.

Reporting
• Receives assignment or enterprises news leads and news tips to develop story idea.
• Gathers and verifies factual information regarding story through interview and research.
• Organizes material, determines emphasis, and writes story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
• When in the field, transmits information to writer for story writing.
• Writes package leads for delivery by anchors.
• Writes, edits news packages for air.
• Develops sources and contacts for story development.

Camera and Field Operations
• Shoots all video for use in news package.
• Edits video for broadcast.
Presentation Skills
• Appears on television when conducting filmed interviews or voice over narration.
• Gives live or on scene reports from site of event or mobile broadcast unit.
• Occasionally represents station at other events.
• Fill as Anchor when assigned

Supervision (non-management)
• Monitors the work of news assistants and writers.
• Sets quality standards
• Insures that quality work is produced
• Gives feedback and assistance to staff for improvement
Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION
Bachelors Degree, preferably in Journalism/Communication /English or related field. General Liberal Arts is acceptable.

EXPERIENCE
Previous on-air experience. Minimum of 2 years experience in news or programming.

JOB TITLE: Anchor / Reporter, Bergen (Full-Time)
COMPANY: NY1 News
LOCATION: New York, NY
TO APPLY: www.timewarner.jobs, Requisition # 100813BR
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SUMMARY: Responsible for the production and reporting of news and programming. Oversees aspects of newsgathering, production and editing of stories. Interacts with anchors, reporters, news assistants and technical staff in the process of taking stories from conception to air. Writes, edits and presents stories on the air in a clear and concise fashion.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Story Production
• General assignment reporting, anchoring and editing.
• Develop ideas for new stories.
• Interview guests.
• Prepare stories for airing.
• Present organized understandable, topical and attention-grabbing newscasts and programming.
• Review content of stories and checks for errors of fact, technical errors, creative content, miscues, editorial mistakes and all elements needed to deliver quality programming.
• Critiques shows to find ways to improve them. Writes up daily notes on problems and what could have been done differently.

Editorial
• Determines priority of stories in newscast.
• Writes and edits stories, teases, scripts, etc. for shows.
• Copy edits scripts and reviews the final edited version of taped stories.
• Shoots news and feature programming.
• Keeps informed on current issues by reading newspapers, wires, Today grid

Planning, Coordinating, Scheduling
• Schedules shoots, guest bookings.
• Insures that all necessary elements in packages and newscasts are delivered in a timely fashion.
• Evaluates resources needed for adequate coverage.
• Plans major coverage as to not interrupt daily news coverage.

Reporting
• Receives assignment or enterprises news leads and news tips to develop story idea.
• Gathers and verifies factual information regarding story through interview and research.
• Organizes material, determines emphasis, and writes story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
• When in the field, transmits information to writer for story writing.
• Writes package leads for delivery by anchors.
• Writes, edits news packages for air.
• Develops sources and contacts for story development.

Camera and Field Operations
• Shoots all video for use in news package.
• Edits video for broadcast.
Presentation Skills
• Appears on television when conducting filmed interviews or voice over narration.
• Gives live or on scene reports from site of event or mobile broadcast unit.
• Occasionally represents station at other events.
• Fill as Anchor when assigned

Supervision (non-management)
• Monitors the work of news assistants and writers.
• Sets quality standards
• Insures that quality work is produced
• Gives feedback and assistance to staff for improvement
Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION
Bachelors Degree, preferably in Journalism/Communication /English or related field. General Liberal Arts is acceptable.

EXPERIENCE
Previous on-air experience. Minimum of 2 years experience in news or programming.

Time Warner Cable supports a drug-free environment and is EOE M/F/V/D

BUSINESS MANAGER (Part-Time), THE TAKEAWAY
ABOUT THE SHOW:
The Takeaway with John Hockenberry and Adaora Udoji is a new multi-platform morning drive news program being produced by WNYC Radio and PRI, in editorial collaboration with The BBC World Service, The New York Times, and WGBH Boston. The Takeaway is creating a new model for morning news and public broadcasting in the 21st century.
For more information about the show visit: http://www.thetakeaway.org

ABOUT THE POSITION:
Under the supervision of the Executive Director for The Takeaway, the Business Manager is responsible for proper recording, tracking and reporting on all financial activities associated with the program. The position is a part-time schedule of approximately 25 hours per week.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to
· Track all program-related budgets as well as financial reporting to co-producers, partners and funders
· Ensure program compliance with general accounting controls and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
· Create operating budgets for the program and budgets for separate funding areas, working in cooperation with the Director of Finance at WNYC Radio and the Business Manager at PRI
· Record and review all revenue and expenses incurred by The Takeaway throughout the fiscal year ensuring compliance with organizational policy and GAAP
· Prepare detailed forecasts and cash flow analysis on a monthly basis
· Generate reports and analysis for the Executive Director for The Takeaway, Co-Producers and Partners
· Create ad-hoc reporting including periodic grant reporting to foundations
· Liaise with the Finance departments at WNYC and PRI
· Work on other special projects and duties as needed

Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related area required; CPA preferred
· Minimum 5 years accounting experience required
· Must have demonstrated experience in financial management, analysis, reporting, budget and forecast development
· Advanced user of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel required; proficient in Great Plains modules and FRx report writing software preferred
· Strong interpersonal skills and communication required
· Must be able to prioritize and manage numerous projects at one time; must be flexible and proactive
· Ability to work in a collaborative group required
· Requires ability to bend, reach, push, pull, sit, write, type, speak, hear, and read as necessary
· Must be able to work in an office environment; must be available to work extended hours as needed

To apply for this opportunity, please submit a cover letter, salary requirements and resume online to jobs@wnyc.org with “PT Business Manager”.
WNYC must receive all information requested in order to consider your candidacy.

Qualified candidates only please. No calls, no agencies.
Candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
WNYC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

ASSISTANT PRODUCER, RADIO ROOKIES
Radio Rookies is an award-winning program of WNYC Radio that teaches teenagers how to produce first-person documentaries about their lives, their communities and issues of concern. Radio Rookies holds intensive 6 month radio workshops for small groups of teenagers from neighborhoods across New York City. Rookie reporters have produced stories on a wide range of story topics, often taking listeners inside worlds rarely represented in mainstream media. At the end of the workshops, the documentaries air locally on NPR’s Morning Edition and stories also often air nationally on All Things Considered. To learn more about the program, visit www.radiorookies.org

Radio Rookies seeks a creative, hard-working, and passionate documentary producer or narrative journalist to co-teach workshops and to produce Radio Rookies stories.
Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
· Assist the producer in all aspects of program and/or documentary production
· Assist in accomplishing a variety of administrative duties that support the work of the program
· Assist with writing and with editing material and preparing audio for broadcast
· Assist with conducting assigned internal and external correspondence for the show

· Assist with occasional field reporting and/or recording

· Work on other special projects and other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
· One year minimum experience in documentary production required; prior radio documentary experience a plus
· Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience required
· Requires a background or a strong interest in teaching, youth development and/or social work and working with teenagers on production
· Excellent verbal and written communication required
· Sound organizational skills, with great attention to detail required
· Ability to meet objectives under deadline pressure required
· Requires ability to work in a group environment
· Digital audio editing experience with ProTools required
· Prior experience managing large amounts of audio data
· Ability to bend, reach, push, pull, sit, write, type, speak, hear, read, and carry equipment required
· Must be able to work in a studio broadcast and/or office environment; must be able to work remotely on occasion; must be available to work overtime as needed
To apply for this opportunity, please submit a cover letter, salary requirements and resume online to jobs@wnyc.org with “Assistant Producer, RR”.

WNYC must receive all information requested in order to consider your candidacy.

Qualified candidates only please. No calls, no agencies.
Candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
WNYC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
ABOUT WNYC RADIO
WNYC FM & AM are America’s most listened to public radio stations, heard by more than 1.1 million listeners each week in the New York Region. From popular local programs such as The Brian Lehrer Show, The Leonard Lopate Show, and Soundcheck to the award-winning national series On the Media, Studio 360, and Radio Lab, WNYC offers a unique service in the nation’s most competitive and dynamic radio market. WNYC produces significant cultural reporting and music, concert and festival programs as rich and diverse as the city itself.

In addition to broadcasting news from NPR and the BBC, WNYC also maintains an award-winning local news department focused on investigative journalism and community issues.
WNYC airs 24 hours a day, 365 days a year on FM 93.9, AM 820, and www.wnyc.org, where listeners can access the stations’ cutting edge podcasting technology and online programming on WNYC2, our HD and internet radio. As an employer, WNYC offers a unique professional opportunity to work alongside a tremendously creative staff, a passionate audience and an unparalleled product.

Please see details below for the following positions:
Assignment Editor/Producer-FOX Business Network
Production Assistant, FOX Business Network
Reporter, FOX News Radio

Position: D.C. Assignment Editor/Producer – Fox Business Network

Location: Washington, DC

Responsibilities:
Primary responsibility is to operate the Fox Business Network-Washington, D.C. bureau assignment desk operation. This person will direct DC-based reporters, producers and camera crews to carry out the daily newsgathering of Fox’s business news channel, and will research, plan and coordinate coverage of future events on Capitol Hill and at the White House, SEC, Treasury and Labor Departments, Federal Reserve, and other venues in the Washington, DC area. This position will work closely with Fox Business Network headquarters in New York, and with the Fox News assignment desk operations in Washington and New York, to coordinate resources as appropriate.

Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree and 3+ years assignment desk and or planning desk experience
Good editorial judgment as well as strong logistical skills
Working knowledge of Washington-based financial newsmaking sources such as the Federal Reserve, Treasury Department, Labor Department, SEC, the White House and Congress
The ability to work well in a fast paced and intense atmosphere
Willingness and ability to travel on short notice
Familiarity with iNews
Flexibility to work various shifts when needed
Motivated self-starter who is able to work independently and in a team environment
Ability to multi-task and prioritize
Some knowledge of fiber connectivity for the Washington, DC area a plus

Position: Production Assistant, Fox Business Network

Location: New York

Responsibilities:
Seeking Production Assistants to assist Producers in selecting the most compelling video. Duties include but are not limited to: running scripts, finding and editing footage, research assignments, and greeting guests.

Requirements:
· Candidate must have a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and excellent writing and communication skills
· Must be able to work overnights/weekends
· Bachelor’s degree and solid knowledge of current events are required
· Demonstrated understanding of business news
· Basic knowledge of newsroom functions a must
· Internship in television news required
· Previous experience working with videotape and/or graphics preferred
· Working knowledge of iNews a plus
· Must be a highly organized, mature, and a creative self-starter

Position: Reporter, Fox News Radio
Location: New York

Requirements/Responsibilities:
Fox News Radio is looking for a New York-based national reporter. If you’re curious, tireless and technologically fearless, you may be the right person for this job. We’re looking for someone with at least 5 years experience as an on-air radio field reporter. You’ll work long hours, travel extensively and report on everything from disasters to politics to the economy. If ROSR’s, wraps, mp3’s and station 2-ways are your daily diet, then we want to hear from you

Fox News Network is an EOE.

Cover letter required. Interested applicants please send resumes to:

Fox Business Network
Human Resources
2nd floor
1211 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10036

Fax: 212-301-8588
Email: Resumes@foxnews.com
WWW.FOXNEWS.COM

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, STUDIOS AND PROJECTS
WNYC FM & AM are America’s most listened to public radio stations, heard by more than 1.1 million listeners each week in the New York Region. From popular local programs such as The Brian Lehrer Show, The Leonard Lopate Show, and Soundcheck to the award-winning national series On the Media, Studio 360, and Radio Lab, WNYC offers a unique service in the nation’s most competitive and dynamic radio market. WNYC produces significant cultural reporting and music, concert and festival programs as rich and diverse as the city itself.

In addition to broadcasting news from NPR and the BBC, WNYC also maintains an award-winning local news department focused on investigative journalism and community issues.
WNYC airs 24 hours a day, 365 days a year on FM 93.9, AM 820, and www.wnyc.org, where listeners can access the stations’ cutting edge podcasting technology and online programming on WNYC2, our HD and internet radio. As an employer, WNYC offers a unique professional opportunity to work alongside a tremendously creative staff, a passionate audience and an unparalleled product.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
· Responsible for managing engineering department maintenance engineers as well as staff engineers, per diem workers and contractors involved with technical projects, repairs and improvements within the WNYC Radio plant.
· Works with the director of engineering in the administration, planning, prioritizing and implementation of all projects relating to the technical aspects of WNYC facilities. Supervises engineers, per diem engineers, outside contractors etc., assigned to project work
· Oversees the inspection, troubleshooting, repair, maintenance and attendant record-keeping of WNYC Radio audio plant including all broadcast/recording/ performance studios and control room equipment
· Maintains a proactive relationship with the facilities manager for coordination of telephones, HVAC and other physical plant concerns within the facility
· Maintains a proactive relationship with the director of IT to assure the proper operation of all computer related equipment used in the broadcast facility
· Manages the engineering maintenance shop including supervising and assigning work to staff, setting goals & priorities, and evaluating employees
· Researches designs, implements and trains personnel in new and existing equipment/technology/procedures
· Generates operational/technical guides, standards and procedures, for equipment operators and the maintenance shop
· Participates in engineering department leadership meetings, provides technical expertise, input and progress reports
· Provides backup to director of engineering in the operation and maintenance of WNYC AM & FM’s transmitter facilities
· Work on other special projects and duties as needed

Qualifications:
· Requires minimum five years progressively responsible broadcast engineering experience including component level trouble shooting and repair;
· Previous supervisory experience required
· A degree in Electronics Technology, Engineering or a related field required; B.S.E.E. degree preferred; SBE certification highly desirable.
· Must be able to successfully problem-solve and multi-task under pressure of live broadcast
· Requires ability to handle competing priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously
· Strong interpersonal skills and communication required
· Ability to bend, reach, push, pull, sit, write, type, speak, hear, read, and lift equipment as necessary - required
· Must be able to work in a studio broadcast and/or office environment; must be able to work remotely on occasion; ability to work extended hours as needed, including some evenings and weekends, and to be on-call for emergencies

To apply for this opportunity, please submit a cover letter, salary requirements and resume online to jobs@wnyc.org with “Assistant Director, SP”.

WNYC must receive all information requested in order to consider your candidacy.

Qualified candidates only please. No calls, no agencies.
Candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
WNYC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

The Manhattan Times, a weekly, bilingual (Spanish/English), community newspaper serving the Washington Heights and Inwood neighborhoods of Manhattan is looking for an Editor-in-Chief to start as soon as possible. Washington Heights and Inwood are two dynamic neighborhoods with some of the most diverse populations in New York City. The Manhattan Times covers housing and politics, local sports and a vibrant arts scene. Responsibilities include planning weekly assignments, managing freelancers and writing stories. Must be organized, have good writing and editing skills, and have experience with layout. Ability to speak, read and write Spanish is a plus but not necessary. Familiarity with InDesign and Photoshop are required. Mail/E-mail three clips, a resume, and a cover letter to Mike Fitelson, Associate Publisher, Manhattan Times 5000 Broadway, Suite A, New York, New York 10034, mfmanhattantimes@aol.com.

ASSISTANT PRODUCER, MORNING EDITION
WNYC FM & AM are America’s most listened to public radio stations, heard by more than 1.1 million listeners each week in the New York Region. From popular local programs such as The Brian Lehrer Show, The Leonard Lopate Show, and Soundcheck to the award-winning national series On the Media, Studio 360, and Radio Lab, WNYC offers a unique service in the nation’s most competitive and dynamic radio market. WNYC produces significant cultural reporting and music, concert and festival programs as rich and diverse as the city itself.
In addition to broadcasting news from NPR and the BBC, WNYC also maintains an award-winning local news department focused on investigative journalism and community issues.
WNYC airs 24 hours a day, 365 days a year on FM 93.9, AM 820, and www.wnyc.org, where listeners can access the stations’ cutting edge podcasting technology and online programming on WNYC2, our HD and internet radio. As an employer, WNYC offers a unique professional opportunity to work alongside a tremendously creative staff, a passionate audience and an unparalleled product.

WNYC Radio seeks an Assistant Producer to work as part of its morning news team to help produce Morning Edition, one of our flagship news programs.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
· Assist the producers and hosts in all aspects of program production
· Assist with pre-interview and booking of potential guests
· Assist with writing and with editing material and preparing audio for broadcast
· Assist during tapings and digital audio production for the show
· Assist with conducting assigned internal and external correspondence for the show
· Assist with occasional field reporting and/or recording
· Work on other special projects as assigned and other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
· One year minimum journalism, print and/or broadcast experience required
· Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience required
· Demonstrated strong news writing ability, preferably in a broadcast setting required
· Excellent verbal and written communication required
· Sound organizational skills, with great attention to detail required
· Extensive research skills required
· Ability to meet objectives under deadline pressure required
· Requires ability to work in a group environment, take direction, and work a shift that begins at 5:00 a.m.
· Digital audio editing experience required; ProTools experience preferred
· Previous audio (or video) production experience a plus
· Ability to bend, reach, push, pull, sit, write, type, speak, hear, and read - required
· Must be able to work in a studio broadcast and/or office environment; must be able to work remotely on occasion; must be available to work overtime as needed
To apply for this opportunity, please submit a cover letter, salary requirements and resume online to jobs@wnyc.org with “Assistant Producer, ME”.

WNYC must receive all information requested in order to consider your candidacy.

Qualified candidates only please. No calls, no agencies.
Candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
WNYC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

ASSISTANT PRODUCER, MORNING EDITION
WNYC FM & AM are America’s most listened to public radio stations, heard by more than 1.1 million listeners each week in the New York Region. From popular local programs such as The Brian Lehrer Show, The Leonard Lopate Show, and Soundcheck to the award-winning national series On the Media, Studio 360, and Radio Lab, WNYC offers a unique service in the nation’s most competitive and dynamic radio market. WNYC produces significant cultural reporting and music, concert and festival programs as rich and diverse as the city itself.
In addition to broadcasting news from NPR and the BBC, WNYC also maintains an award-winning local news department focused on investigative journalism and community issues.
WNYC airs 24 hours a day, 365 days a year on FM 93.9, AM 820, and www.wnyc.org, where listeners can access the stations’ cutting edge podcasting technology and online programming on WNYC2, our HD and internet radio. As an employer, WNYC offers a unique professional opportunity to work alongside a tremendously creative staff, a passionate audience and an unparalleled product.

WNYC Radio seeks an Assistant Producer to work as part of its morning news team to help produce Morning Edition, one of our flagship news programs.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
· Assist the producers and hosts in all aspects of program production
· Assist with pre-interview and booking of potential guests
· Assist with writing and with editing material and preparing audio for broadcast
· Assist during tapings and digital audio production for the show
· Assist with conducting assigned internal and external correspondence for the show
· Assist with occasional field reporting and/or recording
· Work on other special projects as assigned and other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
· One year minimum journalism, print and/or broadcast experience required
· Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience required
· Demonstrated strong news writing ability, preferably in a broadcast setting required
· Excellent verbal and written communication required
· Sound organizational skills, with great attention to detail required
· Extensive research skills required
· Ability to meet objectives under deadline pressure required
· Requires ability to work in a group environment, take direction, and work a shift that begins at 5:00 a.m.
· Digital audio editing experience required; ProTools experience preferred
· Previous audio (or video) production experience a plus
· Ability to bend, reach, push, pull, sit, write, type, speak, hear, and read - required
· Must be able to work in a studio broadcast and/or office environment; must be able to work remotely on occasion; must be available to work overtime as needed
To apply for this opportunity, please submit a cover letter, salary requirements and resume online to jobs@wnyc.org with “Assistant Producer, ME”.

WNYC must receive all information requested in order to consider your candidacy.

Qualified candidates only please. No calls, no agencies.
Candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
WNYC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Title: Web Editor, Foreign Affairs
Salary: Based on education and experience

The Web editor will be part of Foreign Affairs’ editorial team. He/she will help to relaunch the publication’s website and then manage the site’s editorial activities afterward, helping to develop, commission, and edit various online features, some entirely new and some derived from content appearing in the print magazine.

Required Qualifications:
* excellent writing skills;
* significant editing experience;
* a strong understanding of foreign policy and international affairs;
* the ability to juggle a wide range of tasks on deadline and work well with writers, editors, Web producers, and circulation and advertising staff;

* experience with web publishing and multimedia editing skills (preferred).

The Council on Foreign Relations is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks candidates from a diverse background.

Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, three writing samples, and a 500-word statement outlining a vision for how Foreign Affairs should develop its Web presence to:

Web Editor Search
Foreign Affairs
58 E. 68th St.
New York, NY 10021
kallawala@cfr.org

amNewYork seeks special-sections editor
Location:
New York, New York
Job Status:  Full-time
Salary:  $40,000 to $45,000
 Description:
amNewYork seeks a special-sections editor who will be responsible for a
wide array of themed sections. They include health, summer guides, best of
New York, and bridal and holiday gift guides. In addition, candidates
should be able to contribute copy regularly for the gossip page. Excellent
news judgment is essential, as well as the ability to think creatively
about how to produce smart content and present it in a dynamic way.
Proficiency in Quark Xpress, InDesign and Photoshop is a must, as is
flexibility and the ability to juggle many tasks on deadline. The hours
are: Sunday through Thursday from about 11 a.m. to 7 p.m

DUTIES * Plan entire sections by coordinating stories, photos and graphics
from staff, wires and freelancers. * Report/write original entertainment
and celebrity stories for gossip page. * Design sharp pages in Quark
Xpress and InDesign on a daily deadline. * Write and edit stories,

Job Title: NY 1 News- News Researcher
SUMMARY
Is responsible for assisting Assignment Editor in researching, verifying and bringing news stories on air. Strong researching and communication skills and ability to multi-task a must.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
News Research
• Researches story data, summarizes and enters data into PC.
• Maintains PC data files and keeps them up to date as new information develops.
• Is available to staff on an as needed basis to provide research information.
• Keeps up to date on current events through various sources, such as media, newspapers, radio, etc.
• Confirms news stories by researching and calling sources, interviewing and verifying information.
• Listens to fire, police, EMS scanners, and is able to interpret codes and notify desk of breaking news.
• Provides up-to-date information to Assignment Desk on breaking stories or other story information in data bank.

Staff Support
• Assists Assignment Editor by researching new information, keeping editor up to date with new developments, confirming stories and updating records.
• Assists reporters by setting up and scheduling interviews and providing details of interview including directions to interview location.
• Assists producers and writers by keeping them up to date on developing stories and changing information.
• Answers phone lines, screens calls and identifies potential stories.

Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Education: Bachelors Degree Required.
Experience: At least 1 year of experience working on an Assignment Desk.

Time Warner Cable supports a drug-free environment and is EOE M/F/V/D

To Apply please submit resume and cover letter to the Time Warner website at www.timewarner.jobs: Req detail 96390BR : NY 1 News- News Researcher

Job Title: NY1 News - News Assistant (Freelance)

SUMMARY
Responsible for going out in the field to shoot video and sound bites, to interview and obtain information in order to accurately and thoroughly report a story, and assist the reporters.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Video
• Shoots appropriate video and sound bites
• Checks equipment and notify ENG of equipment problems.

News Gathering
• Conducts interviews
• Gathers information.
• Determines best way to shoot the story
• Requires traveling to story location
• Driver’s License required
• Assists the news truck
• Assists reporters

Reports to Assignment Desk
• Relays information in the field back to the station
• Coordinates with assignment desk and producer.
• Logs in information and enters information into computer.
• Supports assignment editors
• Trains interns in the field

Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Education: College Degree with a major in journalism or communication preferred or equivalent experience.
Experience: 1-2 experience in news gathering or related field.

Time Warner Cable supports a drug-free environment and is EOE M/F/V/D
To Apply please submit resume and cover letter to the Time Warner website at www.timewarner.jobs: Req detail 99152BR : NY1 News - News Assistant (Freelance)

JOB DESCRIPTION: Senior Editor – American Salon
LOCATION: New York City

JOB SUMMARY:
American Salon magazine, a trade magazine for the professional beauty industry, is looking for a talented and experienced senior editor to join its team. This is a writing-intensive position with additional responsibilities including editing, working with industry experts and attending industry events. Candidates should have significant beauty-related writing, editing and publishing experience, plus creativity, energy and a passion for beauty.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Research and identify major news and product trends the magazine should address, and develop story ideas based on constant field contact (on phone and in person). • Write front-of-book articles, product features, news stories, and articles for special supplements and our quarterly makeup magazine, American Beauty, as needed. • Edit the news sections of the magazine, assigning some stories to be written by the editorial assistant and intern.

• Edit manuscripts as assigned by managing editor; edit/proofread designed pages and prepress proofs. • Cut stories to fit and enter editorial changes in InDesign layouts as needed. • Request images and/or products to be photographed to run with stories. • Meet and have contact with beauty industry professionals, salon owners, advertisers and public relations representatives to learn about new products and trends. • Attend trade shows, fashion shows, conferences, media events, etc.; some travel may be required. • Work with interns and freelance writers as necessary. • Participate in planning meetings prior to production of each issue; includes pitching story ideas and brainstorming editorial focus for special supplements. • Perform additional duties as assigned by the editor-in-chief and managing editor.

SKILLS REQUIRED:
Candidates must have exceptional writing, editing, interviewing, organizational, project management and interpersonal skills. In addition, the individual must have a working knowledge of Mac computers and Microsoft Word and InDesign software.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
• Four-year college degree required, preferably in English or journalism.
• First-rate published clips and a minimum of three to five years’ experience in beauty-related writing, editing and publishing are needed, as well as established contacts in the field. • The candidate should have an endless supply of story ideas and passion for the beauty industry and products.

Please send salary requirements with cover letter, resume, and samples to jobs@questex.com.

Executive Assistant, WNYC/PRI’s The Takeaway
WNYC/PRI’s The Takeaway with John Hockenberry and Adaora Udoji is a new multi-platform morning drive news program, produced in editorial collaboration with The BBC World Service, The New York Times, and WGBH Boston. The Takeaway is creating a new model for morning news and public broadcasting in the 21st century. The show will be rooted in the values public radio is best known for – highly credible journalism, depth and context – but will break out from the medium’s conventionally packaged sound. The show will be live, delivering national and international news and cultural stories through a conversational and unprecedented personality-driven format.

To help us achieve these goals, The Takeaway is in search of an organized, efficient, and flexible self-starter to facilitate the smooth operation of the program and provide administrative support to the program’s hosts and the executive producer.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
· Scheduling appointments/meetings
· Managing schedules and correspondences for The Takeway hosts and senior staff
· Develop correspondence and communications
· Track revenue/expenses
· Help manage projects
· Filing, word processing and answering phone
· Serve as a liaison between The Takeaway and other WNYC departments
· Assist with processing documents for freelancers and new hires
· Assist with securing The Takeaway staff media credentials for special events
· Work on special projects and other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree required
· Proficient user of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
· Excellent oral and written communication skills required
· Must be detail oriented, accurate, reliable and punctual
· Excellent organizational skills, including time and project management required
· Requires ability to anticipate and administratively support show senior staff and hosts
· Must be flexible and proactive, and persistent to ensure that deadlines are met
· Must demonstrate initiative and ability to “self-manage”
· Experience in a high-energy, deadline-driven environment a plus
· Not for profit experience desirable
· Previous experience working in a media organization a plus
· Ability to bend, reach, push, pull, sit, write, type, speak, hear, and read - required
· Must be able to work in a studio broadcast and/or office environment; must be able to work remotely on occasion; must be able to work extended hours as needed, including some evenings and weekends, and to be on-call for emergencies

ABOUT THE STATION:
WNYC FM & AM are America’s most listened to public radio stations, heard by more than 1.1 million listeners each week in the New York Region. WNYC offers a unique service in the nation’s most competitive and dynamic radio market. WNYC airs 24 hours a day, 365 days a year on FM 93.9, AM 820, and www.wnyc.org, where listeners can access the stations’ cutting edge podcasting technology and online programming on WNYC2, our HD and internet radio.

HOW TO APPLY:
Application Deadline –April 9, 2008 at 5pm EST
Applications are only accepted via e-mail to themorningshow@wnyc.org with “EXEC ASSIST-Your Last Name, Your First Name” in the subject line.

Online applications only — no phone calls, paper mail, binders, or other physical items please. If you do not have web access, check your local listings for public libraries in your community that offer free online computer usage.

Thank you for your interest and we hope you understand that due to the high volume of responses for jobs at WNYC, we are able to contact only candidates selected for interview. No agencies, please.

WNYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes candidates from all walks of life.

ABC NEWS has an opening for a COORDINATING PRODUCER. Responsibilities includes managing communication and coordination with a new ABC News International Client. India’s UTV is launching a new business channel in association with ABC News. Responsibilities for this position include assisting UTV on all editorial news exchanges with ABC News, helping UTV produce business and consumer reports from the US using both their own correspondents and also ABC correspondents, and coordinating the use of ABC News facilities. Additional responsibilities include coordinating with ABC News engineering on delivery of ABC News programs and content to India via satellite and FTP delivery, helping UTV coordinate Rights and Clearances for ABC News material, and coordinating graphics and breaking news coverage as needed. The position will be based in New York, but will require flexibility in working hours and some travel to see clients.

Candidates should have at least three years prior producing and/or reporting experience. Specific experience in business news is preferred. Strong technical knowledge and experience managing client relationships is preferred. Foreign news coverage and overseas experience is a plus. Please send resumes to Fiona Conway, Executive Director, NewsOne. —

PRODUCER, THE BRIAN LEHRER SHOW

ABOUT THE SHOW:
The Brian Lehrer Show has become the city’s oral history in the making, a daily exercise in which anyone from Hillary Clinton to Rosie Perez to your addled cousin is likely to pop up adding their two cents - Village Voice Best Radio Awards 2007
In short, The Brian Lehrer Show is the sound of New York. The show’s team strives to create a place, on-air and online, where listeners and newsmakers get beyond the usual talking points to issues that matter and conversations that are happening in this incredible city. The show is a leader among public radio broadcasters in the use of technology to involve local audiences in the creation of content and in successfully integrating interactive online models into on-air content.

For more information about the show visit: http://www.wnyc.org/shows/bl/

ABOUT THE POSITION:
The Brian Lehrer Show, the much-acclaimed news and public affairs program on WNYC Radio seeks a Producer to join a tremendously creative staff that serves a passionate, diverse audience and produces an unparalleled product.

The producer is responsible for developing story ideas for editorial content in regular editorial meetings and expected to take the story from conception to completion including determining show guests; thoroughly researching topics to best prep the program host and regular contributors on topic; creating ways to keep the discussion vital over the course of the program (not just a defined “segment”) and producing unique material on the show’s website – and everything else in between.

Reporting to the Executive Producer, the Producer must be open to creative thinking, team effort, and have strong communication skills and high energy. Strong writing skills, fearlessness in pursuit of information, an inquisitive and active mind, and an ability to work in a tightly-knit team are required.

Working closely with the host and other staff to determine content and present the news, both on the air and across additional platforms (web, video, text, etc), the Producer must be a self-starter and to keep up with a wide variety of news sources; be able to think and act quickly; and thrive in a collaborative, deadline-driven work environment.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to
§ Work in collaborative team to create a compelling program every day
§ Develop story ideas for daily talk show
§ Develop show’s sound and perspective in collaboration with other stakeholders
§ Determine who are best guests and secure them for the show
§ Produce Web-specific content for the program and develop strategies for interactive program components
§ Other responsibilities as needed

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or satisfactory equivalent is required
3-5 years full time professional experience in a rigorous, media or research driven environment, or satisfactory equivalent is required
Must have strong news judgment and interviewing skills
Requires ability to prioritize and handle several projects at once
Demonstrated research/investigative journalistic skills required
Requires demonstrated ability to conceive and manage idea or project from start to completion
Requires demonstrated ability to influence others and collaborate with a creative team
Demonstrated ability to conceive and manage idea or project from start to completion
Excellent critical thinking skills that demonstrate independent judgment and decision making
Must have ability to take initiative to pursue story ideas
Requires ability to bring a strategic vision and to see news stories as interrelated and help draw out common areas
Excellent verbal and written communication skills is required
Excellent critical thinking skills that demonstrate independent judgment and decision-making required
Experience running a daily talk show is preferred
Prior supervisory experience preferred
Print or Broadcast journalism experience; radio listener (public and commercial) preferred

Requires ability to bend, reach, push, pull, sit, walk, write, type, speak, hear, and see
Ability to work extended hours as needed, including some evenings and weekends, and to be on-call for emergencies is required

ABOUT THE STATION:
WNYC FM & AM are America’s most listened to public radio stations, heard by more than 1.1 million listeners each week in the New York Region. WNYC offers a unique service in the nation’s most competitive and dynamic radio market. WNYC airs 24 hours a day, 365 days a year on FM 93.9, AM 820, and www.wnyc.org, where listeners can access the stations’ cutting edge podcasting technology and online programming on WNYC2, our HD and internet radio.

HOW TO APPLY:
Application Deadline – April 11, 2008 at 5pm EST

To apply for this opportunity, please submit a cover letter, salary requirements and resume online to jobs@wnyc.org with “Producer, BLS,” by 5pm EST on April 11, 2008.

WNYC must receive all information requested in order to consider your candidacy.
Qualified candidates only please. No calls, no agencies. Candidates selected for interview will be contacted. WNYC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Job Title: ANCHOR / VIDEO JOURNALIST QUEENS
Department: News Reports to: Executive Producer
Number Employed: 2 FSLA Status: Exempt (Contract)

Job Summary:
Responsible for the production and reporting of news and programming. Oversees aspects of newsgathering, production and editing of stories. Interacts with anchors, reporters, news assistants and technical staff in the process of taking stories from conception to air. Writes, edits and presents stories on the air in a clear and concise fashion.

Job Duties:
Story Production

General assignment reporting, anchoring and editing.
Develop ideas for new stories.
Interview guests.
Prepare stories for airing.
Present organized understandable, topical and attention-grabbing newscasts and programming.
Review content of stories and checks for errors of fact, technical errors, creative content, miscues, editorial mistakes and all elements needed to deliver quality programming.
Critiques shows to find ways to improve them. Writes up daily notes on problems and what could have been done differently.

Editorial

Determines priority of stories in newscast.
Writes and edits stories, teases, scripts, etc. for shows.
Copy edits scripts and reviews the final edited version of taped stories.
Shoots news and feature programming.
Keeps informed on current issues by reading newspapers, wires, Today grid

Planning, Coordinating, Scheduling

Schedules shoots, guest bookings.
Insures that all necessary elements in packages and newscasts are delivered in a timely fashion.
Evaluates resources needed for adequate coverage.
Plans major coverage as to not interrupt daily news coverage.

Reporting

Receives assignment or enterprises news leads and news tips to develop story idea.
Gathers and verifies factual information regarding story through interview and research.
Organizes material, determines emphasis, and writes story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
When in the field, transmits information to writer for story writing.
Writes package leads for delivery by anchors.
Writes, edits news packages for air.
Develops sources and contacts for story development.

Camera and Field Operations

Shoots all video for use in news package.
Edits video for broadcast.
Presentation Skills

Appears on television when conducting filmed interviews or voice over narration.
Gives live or on scene reports from site of event or mobile broadcast unit.
Occasionally represents station at other events.
Fill as Anchor when assigned

Supervision (non-management)

Monitors the work of news assistants and writers.
Sets quality standards
Insures that quality work is produced
Gives feedback and assistance to staff for improvement

Job Specifications:
Education: Bachelors Degree, preferably in Journalism/Communication /English or related field. General Liberal Arts is acceptable.

Experience: Previous on-air experience. Minimum of 2 years experience in news or programming. .

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Ability to work under pressure
Attention to detail
Camera operation: DVC Pro
Communication/Interpersonal skills
Creative thinking skills
Current news events
Editorial skills
Electronic newsroom systems
Electronics: TV video and audio
Interviewing
Internet Knowledge
Legal issues as they relate to news coverage
News judgment
News production knowledge
News systems: library, archives, editing, desk
News reporting
NYC people, issues and events
Organization skills
PC knowledge
Windows
Word, Word Perfect
Presentation skills
Planning, scheduling and coordinating
Problem Solving/Decision making
Programming subject matter
Public Relations
Time management skills
Typing
TV production knowledge
Video and audio equipment knowledge
Video editing
Writing/copy editing skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Skills include: writing news copy, editing news copy, editing news stories, producing live news, news reading, voice over announcing, Ability to work effectively and efficiently under deadlines

Contacts: Business contacts and resources in the field of coverage.

Working Conditions:
Fast-paced environment requiring flexibility, immediate and appropriate responses and swift news judgment.
Stressful environment requiring patience, sensitivity and strong people skills.
Creative, entrepreneurial environment that attracts talented people requiring the ability to listen, follow instructions, identify and meet their needs, and take constructive criticism.
24/7 on call.

Questex Media Group has two open positions in its New York office: Story Editor for Travel Agent magazine and Associate Art Director at American Spa magazine. Please feel free to contact me if you’re interested.

Carrie Watson
cgwatson2001@yahoo.com

JOB TITLE: NY1 News Anchor / Video Journalist, Queens (FT)

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Responsible for the production and reporting of news and programming. Oversees aspects of news gathering, production and editing of stories. Interacts with anchors, reporters, news assistants and technical staff in the process of taking stories from conception to air. Writes, edits and presents stories on the air in a clear and concise fashion.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Story Production
• General assignment reporting, anchoring and editing.
• Develop ideas for new stories.
• Interview guests.
• Prepare stories for airing.
• Present organized understandable, topical and attention-grabbing newscasts and programming.
• Review content of stories and checks for errors of fact, technical errors, creative content, miscues, editorial mistakes and all elements needed to deliver quality programming.
• Critiques shows to find ways to improve them. Writes up daily notes on problems and what could have been done differently.

Editorial
• Determines priority of stories in newscast.
• Writes and edits stories, teases, scripts, etc. for shows.
• Copy edits scripts and reviews the final edited version of taped stories.
• Shoots news and feature programming.
• Keeps informed on current issues by reading newspapers, wires, Today grid

Planning, Coordinating, Scheduling
• Schedules shoots, guest bookings.
• Insures that all necessary elements in packages and newscasts are delivered in a timely fashion.
• Evaluates resources needed for adequate coverage.
• Plans major coverage as to not interrupt daily news coverage.

Reporting
• Receives assignment or enterprises news leads and news tips to develop story idea.
• Gathers and verifies factual information regarding story through interview and research.
• Organizes material, determines emphasis, and writes story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
• When in the field, transmits information to writer for story writing.
• Writes package leads for delivery by anchors.
• Writes, edits news packages for air.
• Develops sources and contacts for story development.
Camera and Field Operations
• Shoots all video for use in news package.
• Edits video for broadcast.
Presentation Skills
• Appears on television when conducting filmed interviews or voice over narration.
• Gives live or on scene reports from site of event or mobile broadcast unit.
• Occasionally represents station at other events.
• Fill as Anchor when assigned

Supervision (non-management)
• Monitors the work of news assistants and writers.
• Sets quality standards
• Insures that quality work is produced
• Gives feedback and assistance to staff for improvement

Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION
Bachelors Degree, preferably in Journalism/Communication /English or related field. General Liberal Arts is acceptable.

EXPERIENCE:
Previous on-air experience required. Minimum of 2 years experience in news or programming.

TO APPLY: please submit resume and cover letter to the Time Warner website at www.timewarner.jobs: Req detail 97684BR: NY 1 News Anchor / Video Journalist -Queens

ABOUT NY1: NY1 News is Time Warner’s 24-hour news channel in New York City. Available exclusively on Time Warner Cable, NY1 covers the city’s five boroughs with more than 40 full-time reporters.

NY1 signed on in the fall of 1992 from its newsroom on Manhattan’s West 42nd Street. As it approached its tenth anniversary, the station moved into a new state-of-the-art facility in the historic Chelsea Market building in January of 2002. With an integrated, all-digital production system and more than 600 hours of computer-based video storage, the facility represents one of the most advanced newsgathering operations in the world.

Time Warner Cable supports a drug-free environment and is EOE M/F/V/D

Senior Writer, InternetNews.com
Jupitermedia Corp has an opening for a senior level writer in the New York
City bureau of internetnews.com.

Successful candidates must have/be:
. Daily news writing experience
. 3+ years experience covering information technology for an enterprise
audience
. A determined reporter who knows how to break news, and meet daily
deadlines
. Excellent writing and reporting skills and likes a fast-paced work
environment
. Prepared to represent internetnews.com at corporate events and travel to
conferences

Competitive compensation, commensurate with experience.

For immediate consideration, please send your resume to: 23 Old Kings Hwy
South, Darien, CT 06820. Fax 203.656.2359 or email:
editorialcareers@jupitermedia.com. (We prefer text format or resume in body
of e-mail.)

Jupitermedia Corporation is a leading global provider of original
information, images and research for information technology, business and
creative professionals. The JupiterWeb online media division of Jupitermedia
operates four distinct online networks: internet.com and EarthWeb.com for IT
and business professionals; DevX.com for developers; and Graphics.com for
creative professionals. The division properties include more than 150 Web
sites and over 150 e-mail newsletters that are viewed by over 20 million
users and generate over 300 million page views monthly.

Job Title: Coordinator, Creative Services (FT)
SUMMARY
Is responsible for coordinating the activities of Creative Services Department and maintaining records and invoices.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES
Assists Director Of Creative Services and Producers in day to day activities of Creative Services Dept.

Administration:
• Prepares and implements POs and new vendor applications
• Handles invoices and billing
• Maintains budget and invoice records.
• Coordinates PSA distribution and maintains records
• Assists with merchandising and marketing efforts

Coordinating and Scheduling:
• Coordinates, schedules and assists in-house and on-location shoots.
• Schedules salon appointments and coordinates make-up orders for talent
• Assists Manager with production schedule
• Coordinates sales-related paperwork and sponsorship materials

Support:
• Assists producers in production of on-air promos
• Compiles footage for use in promotions
• Searches Internet for information pertaining to projects
• Provides support for sales department, graphics and PR
Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
• College degree required.
• One year administrative experience- preferable with media related company. Familiarity with Word and Excel a must. Organization skills a must.

Time Warner Cable supports a drug-free environment and is EOE M/F/V/D
To apply please submit resume and cover letter to the Time Warner website at www.timewarner.jobs: Req detail 96076BR : COORDINATOR -CREATIVE SERVICES.
Job Title: Overnight Assignment Editor (FT), NY1 News

SUMMARY

Is responsible for supervising and coordinating the news gathering process, researching, verifying and bringing breaking stories to air. Strong knowledge of city agencies and newsmakers required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

News Coverage
•Maintains contact with outside news agencies, police and fire departments, and other sources regarding developing news items and possible stories.
•Listens to scanners for breaking news.
•Watches content of other news stations to make certain that we have the most updated information.
•Updates producers of developing news stories.
•Prepares rundown of news stories and assignment sheets.
•Follows-up on news tips to decide what is news worthy and what is not.
•Determines priority and assigns coverage to news units.
•Assigns work to researchers, news assistants and truck operators.
•Communicates with news-gathering staff on assignment.
•Coordinates activities of reporters and their crews, including arranging live shots, on-scenes, distributions of equipment and transportation.
•Assists reporters by setting up and scheduling interviews and providing details of interview including directions to interview location.

Editorial
•Originates ideas for news stories.
•Decides which breaking news stories are newsworthy
•Helps develop stories.
•Directs reporters in the process of collecting elements for their stories.
•Assists in making decisions on news coverage.
•Confers with Assignment Manager, producers, reporters to coordinate production activities.

News Research
•Answers phone lines, screens calls and identifies potential stories.
•Researches story data, summarize and enters data into PC.
•Maintains PC data files and constantly keeps them up to date as new information develops.
•Is available to staff on an as needed basis to provide research information.
•Keeps up to date on current events through various sources, such as media, newspapers, radio, etc.
•Verifies news stories by researching and calling sources, interviewing and confirming information.
•Maintains daily contact with various news stations and other assignment desks.
•Provides up-to-date information to other news departments on breaking stories or other story information in data bank.

Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Education: Bachelor’s degree required
Experience: At least 1-2 years of newsroom experience, preferably working on an Assignment Desk.

Time Warner Cable supports a drug-free environment and is EOE M/F/V/D

To apply please submit resume and cover letter to the Time Warner website at www.timewarner.jobs: Req detail 96386BR : NY1 News - Overnight Assignment Editor
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