SAJA Job Listings: Compiled by Maha Atal

Below please find job openings from the Fox Television Stations. Information on how to apply to the station is provided.

Anchor/Reporter – (Regular Full Time):
Anchor newscasts as assigned. Enterprise and report news stories. Write creatively, clearly, accurately and quickly. Provide live coverage of breaking events. Take initiative and be a leader in the newsroom. A minimum of three years experience working as an anchor in a medium or large market preferred. Good news judgment and knowledge of fair and accurate journalism practices. Ability to tell stories, ask good probing questions in Q&A with reporters and ad-lib effectively. Strong writing skills and thorough knowledge of current events. Excellent people and communication skills; must be a team player. Working knowledge of newsroom computers.

Weather Anchor/News Reporter – (Regular Full Time):
Provide weather forecasts for newscasts as assigned. Enterprise and report news as assigned. Write creatively and accurately to video. Utilize sources to develop substantive news stories. A minimum of two years experience as a television weather anchor and/or news reporter. Good news judgment and knowledge of fair and accurate journalism practices. Ability to ad-lib effectively with news anchors. Working knowledge of WSI weather system preferred. Strong, creative writing skills. Excellent people and communication skills. Must be a team player. AMS Seal required. Hurricane forecasting experience a plus.

Photographer – (Regular Full Time):
Shoots and edits video and audio for newscasts, news programming, promotion and other station related purposes. Operates ENG vehicles and equipment. Self-motivated, creative storyteller with strong photography and editing skills and a full understanding of live truck operations. Working knowledge of: DVC Pro cameras and AVID edit systems, lighting and sound equipment, and newsroom computer systems considered a plus. At least 2 years experience as a photographer/editor in a television news department is preferred. Willingness and ability to travel for story assignments. Must have valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Production Tech – (Regular Full Time):
Assist director with various aspects of production including video camera, audio console, character generator, video recorder and lighting board. College degree or equivalent work experience in film or television preferred. Basic understanding of television production and computers. Weekends and holidays required.

FOR CONSIDERATION: Forward resume and cover letter to: HR Director/FoxNews, WOFL-FOX35,
35 Skyline Drive, Lake Mary, FL 32746. Fax to 407-805-0888.
E-Mail as an attachment in MS-Word to: wofl-hr@foxtv.com.
Please identify position. No phone calls please. EOE/M/F/D/V.

FROM SINCLAIR BROADCAST GROUP:

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WSYX/WTTE-TV, the ABC/FOX stations in Columbus,
Ohio is looking for a weather enthusiast who
understands the impact of a wide variety of
weather conditions and is able to clearly convey
this information to viewers. Candidates must
have experience developing the weather story of
the day with video, pictures and computer
graphics tools. A minimum of…

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Title: Account Executive - 3 positions
Description: Develop new and incremental revenue by adding new clients and incremental revenue through convergence.
Skills: The talents to be a successful marketing oriented salesperson. An understanding of customer focused selling. Please e-mail resume to advertisingjobs@wfla.com

Title: Graphic Designer
Description: The graphic designer position requires a highly creative and motivated person. This position will require a high level of skill and proficiency in computer graphic design and animation. Proven track record in television graphic design and the ability to coordinate projects with little supervision a must. Skill in a multi-media environment a plus. The job requires a somewhat flexible schedule for working occasional weekend and night assignments
Skills: Must have good technical skills, excellent communication skills and demonstrate a strong sense of conceptualization and design. Candidate must be able to take charge of multiple projects, work smoothly with other designers, producers and directors and be a positive force within the Marketing Department. Qualified applicants need to send your non-returnable tape and resume to: WFLA-TV HR Dept.- 202 S. Parker Street, Tampa, Fl 33606

Title: Inventory Control Coordinator - 2 positions
Description: Prepare 7 logs per week. Maintain traffic instructions files. Process all traffic instructions. Meet company jobs standard/skills for items on attached list.
Skills: Analytical ability-able to identify problems, gather relevant data and note possible cause of problem. Clerical skills - Operate computer, copier and other office equipment, type accurate copy from rough drafts devise and access different filing systems, and maintain attention to detail. Communication skills - listen effectively, respond clearly and directly, prepare clear and concise written reports or records and explain information to others. Please e-mail resume to ctojobs@wfla.com

Title: Marketing Director
Description: Develop, implement and manage the execution of WFLA’s strategic marketing objective/plan. Set direction for the creative process of department. Oversee the department managers and staff. Responsible for ensuring all promotion efforts are well branded and meet station and convergence objectives. Other responsibilities: status reports, department budgets, station representative, work flow efficiency, staff development and interpreting market research.
Skills: Strong communications skills needed. Must be able to communicate with station/unit/corporate leadership in a constructive, professional and positive goal-oriented manner. Must be forward thinking. Knowledge of media buying strategy required. Creative writer/producer. Understand marketing/brand strategy. Technical knowledge of all forms of advertising production. Good organizational skills, decision making abilities, ability to supervise employees and provide leadership. Strong desire to win. E-mail resume to marketingjobs@wfla.com

Title: Assignment Editor
Description: Make beat calls to public safety agencies, assign crews to stories, respond to breaking news, handle logistics of crews in the field, take viewer calls, monitor scanners, establish ENG microwave shots, keep producers informed of all developing news, keep Convergence Partners informed of all developing news. Attend editorial meetings, assist Assignment Manager on the dayside desk, develop working relationships with PIO’s, and enter daily assignments into Newstar and Budgetbank.
Skills: Degree in Broadcast Journalism or equivalent experience. At least 2 years experience in a medium to large market assignment desk, thorough knowledge of scanners and public safety radio, ability to make quick decisions under deadline pressure and understanding of technical aspects of ENG preferred. newsjobs@wfla.com

Title: Meteorologist (AMS Seal Required)
Description: On-air Meteorologist, preparing graphics on WSI and Baron Fastrac and Vipir Systems. AMS/CBM seal required. Regular weathercasts on WeatherPlus network. Strong computer and graphic skills. Willing to work in a strong team environment.
Skills: Five years experience, AMS/CBM seal required. WSI, Baron Fastrac and Vipir systems experience. Strong computer and graphic skills. newsjobs@wfla.com

Title: Production Technician PT
Description: Robotics & studio camera operator, Floor Director for weekend & daily newscasts and local programming including syndicated shows.
Skills: Experience in operation of robotic and studio cameras, studio & set lighting. Operating an audio board and Duet/ Chyron graphics system is helpful. Must be available for fill-in coverage. Please e-mail resume to operationsjobs@wfla.com

Title: Reporter
Description: Cover, write and produce news stories. Develop contacts and leads to generate enterprise story ideas. Research and verify facts. Seek out and interview news makers.
Skills: Strong writing and storytelling skills. Strong on camera and live reporting ability. Five years experience as on-air reporter. Computer literate. newsjobs@wfla.com

Title: PT Associate Producer
Description: Assist in the production of newscasts; write stories for newscasts, rip and sort scripts and run teleprompter if needed.
Skills: College preferred. Knowledge of computer. Producer background and TV experience preferred. newsjobs@wfla.com

Title: News Producer
Description: Research, write and produce newscasts. Must be creative with great writing skills with a clear vision on what makes a newscast relevant to the community. Must be able to handle lots of breaking news while staying calm under pressure. Need to have a flair for production values.
Skills: Prefer College degree, at least 3 years experience on-line producing and good computer skills. Strong people and communication skills necessary. newsjobs@wfla.com

Title: Video Editor
Description: Handle editing, filing, archive responsibilities for newscasts. Coordinate feeds. Ability to be creative and work under deadlines. Work under direction and supervision of Chief Editor
Skills: News Editor with at least 1 year of experience. Non-Linear editing experience helpful. . newsjobs@wfla.com

Title: Director/Technical Director
Description: Responsible for directing and switching fast-paced, complex newscasts and locally produced programs; news cut-ins; and conducting pre & post production sessions.
Skills: Requires minimum of 1-2 years experience as Director/Technical Director. Experience with Grass Valley 4000 & Kayak switchers, Krystal DVE & GVG Ignite system preferable. Familiarity with Sony 900/9100 editor non-linear editing system; ENPS News system; GVG NewsQ Pro playback system, Adobe Premiere, Chyron Duet and Pinnacle Deko graphics system would be helpful. Knowledge of all aspects of television production is a must, including live on-air & locally produced programs. Requires flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays. operationsjobs@wfla.com

If not specified, please send resume and cover letter to WFLA News Channel 8, Attn: Human Resources, 202 South Parker Street, Tampa, FL. 33606, fax to (813) 259-7387, or e-mail to hr@wfla.com. An application must be completed through www.mediageneral.com. (Please no attachments or phone calls).
Drug testing and background check are prerequisite for employment. Women and minorities encouraged to apply.

EOE M/F/V/D

Seeking an aggressive Meteorologist who has the
ability to research and analyze weather data;
innovative, creative ways of illustrating weather
stories; a dynamic on-air presence; the ability
to report live; strong writing skills; able to
work well under pressure and be a team player.
Must have AMS seal and at least 1 year of
broadcast experience. Satisfactory drug test
required. EOE.

Job ID: MT-1

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Weather Anchor/Reporter

KTVL, the CBS affiliate in Medford, Oregon has an immediate opening for a
6am and Noon Weather Anchor. Must be able to present weathercasts that
are credible and accurate for a five county area of Southern Oregon and
Northern California. Knowledge of weather graphic computers is a must.
Degree in meteorology a plus. Duties also include producing feature
reports for newscasts. Ability to shoot and edit these features is a
plus. Candidates must be willing to appear at station sponsored and
community events. We are looking for someone who has a dynamic
personality with the ability to present informative weathercasts and have
the ability to interact with the News Anchors. Medford is a rapidly
growing community in sunny Southern Oregon with abundant cultural and
recreational opportunities. Send resume and non-returnable tape to:
Gordon Godfrey, KTVL-TV, P.O. Box 10, Medford, OR 97501. Equal
Opportunity Employer

Investigative Reporter

KDVR, the FOX Owned and Operated station in Denver has an immediate
opening for an Investigative Reporter. Successful candidates will
provide examples of impactful, relevant and visual stories that lead
to change and drove ratings. You must be able to work independently,
but deliver by deadline. A thorough knowledge of libel and privacy
laws in the State of Colorado is required. 3 years minimum
television reporting experience required. Degree in Journalism or
Law preferred. Please send non-returnable VHS tape or DVD to: KDVR,
FOX 31, Human Resources, 100 E. Speer Blvd, Denver, CO 80203. E-mail:
hr@kdvr.com or Fax: 303-566-2902. EEO/M/F/D/V

Reporter
Minimum 2 years TV news reporting experience. College degree in
Journalism, Mass Communications or equivalent work experience. Send
resume and non-returnable tape to Jean Ziegert, Director of HR, ABC
33/40, P.O. Box 360039, Birmingham, AL 35236. Fax resume to
205-982-3928 or email text only to jeanz@abc3340.com. No phone calls
please. EOE.

Mornings Anchor/Reporter
College degree in Journalism, Mass Communications, or equivalent work
experience. Minimum of 3 years anchor experience in major to medium
market television station with proven ratings success track record
preferred. Send cover letter, resume and non-returnable tape to Jean
Ziegert, Director of HR, ABC 33/40, P.O. Box 360039, Birmingham, AL
35236. Fax to 205-982-3928 or e-mail jeanz@abc3340.com. No telephone
calls please, EOE.

Meteorologist
Minimum 2 years TV weather anchor. Strong communications skills and
understanding of computer graphics. College degree in
Meteorology/Earth Sciences or equivalent work experience. AMS or NWA
seal preferred. Send cover letter, resume and non-returnable tape to
Jean Ziegert, Director of HR, ABC 33/40, P.O. Box 360039, Birmingham,
AL 35236. Fax to 205-982-3928 or e-mail text only to
jeanz@abc3340.com. No telephone calls, please. EOE

Meteorologist

Want to forecast weather for one of America’s top small market TV stations in America’s number one city? NBC29 is looking for a meteorologist to do weekend and midday newscasts, 5 days a week total. You’ll work on a brand new Weather Central system with 3D: Live, Storm tracking and Level II Nexrad, in a brand new state of the art weather center. Additional duties will include graphics creation, weather system maintenance, and some weather related reporting. Ideal candidate would have a meteorology degree or seal (NWA/AMS), one to two years broadcast experience (or more), good on-camera presence, and the ability to tell the weather story. Interested? Rush resume, non-returnable VHS tape, and NBC29 application, available for download at www.nbc29.com, to:
WVIR-TV
503 E. Market St
Charlottesville VA 22902.
Tapes received without NBC 29 application will not be considered.
No phone calls please.
EOE.

Station KPLC is currently seeking to fill the following employment opening:

Meteorologist - Join one of the best news departments on the Gulf Coast. We have our own Doppler radar and a well-equipped storm center. We are seeking a degreed, full-time meteorologist. Send non-returnable tape and resume to Veronica Bilbo, EEO Officer, KPLC-TV, P.O. Box 1490, Lake Charles, LA 70602.

It is the policy of Liberty Corporation (KPLC-TV) to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to their, race, color, age, religion, national origin or sex. If you know of individuals who might be interested in and qualified to work at the station, we encourage you to refer them to us.

KDVR FOX 31 in Denver has a number of open positions…

ASSOCIATE PRODUCER/WRITER. This position on our morning broadcast, Good Day Colorado, will combine writing broadcast-style scripts with line-producing segments of the newscast. The ideal candidate is a factual, efficient and creative scriptwriter. Experience with guest booking and the ability to cultivate an extensive contact list is a plus. This is not an entry-level position. At least one year television news experience required. Ability to work under strict deadlines and ability to work flexible hours and shifts is essential. BA or equivalent with a major in broadcast journalism preferred. Rush resume and writing samples.

PHOTOJOURNALIST Qualified candidate must be a creative storyteller and a motivated team player with a minimum of two years experience in all related fields including ENG truck operations and non-linear editing. You’ll be shooting DVC PRO and editing on Panasonic NewsByte equipment. A clean driving record is a must. We take special pride in maintaining the highest photographic standards at our shop! If you think you have what it takes to be a part of an award winning photography staff, send off a tape and resume to: Kevin Scofield, News Operations Manager, KDVR-TV, FOX31, 100 E. Speer Blvd, Denver, CO, 80203.

SPORTS PRODUCER KDVR seeks a Producer/Editor/Reporter for our sports department. The primary functions of this position are producing and editing. There are opportunities to report for air and fill-in anchor, but these will occur on an as-needed basis. FOX 31 Sports is focused on professional teams, breaking stories and great video. Features are not usually part of our broadcast. Minimum 2 years television sports experience required. This is not an entry-level position. Please send tape and writing samples.

METEOROLOGIST/WEATHERCASTER. This is a full time position with the primary on-air duties on weekends and as fill-in for our M-F morning or 9pm newscasts. You will also play a key role in team coverage during severe weather situations and produce weather specials. The ideal candidate will be a trained Meteorologist with either AMS or NWA (or both) certification. Experience forecasting in the Rocky Mountain region is preferred. You must be flexible with your schedule and able to fill shifts with short notice. 3 years on-air television weather-casting experience required. Please send a non-returnable VHS tape and resume.

NEWSCAST PRODUCER (Morning Newscast). If you’re looking for a new and exciting challenge, this position on Good Day Colorado is for you. The ideal candidate is a line producer who has experience organizing and overseeing interviews with newsmakers, guest booking and can cultivate an extensive contact list. You must be creative, flexible and able to effectively delegate to a support staff. At least two years television news producing experience required. BA or equivalent with a major in broadcast journalism preferred. Send resume and tape.

NEWSCAST PRODUCER (9pm Newscast). The ideal candidate will show examples of solid editorial decision-making, dynamic copy and tease writing, creative flair in assembling newscast elements and the ability to manage a fast-paced, hard news broadcast. We need a positive leader who can accept input and translate it into action. Ability to communicate clearly and manage multiple live resources is a must. The position requires a minimum of 3 years line producing experience. BA or equivalent in Journalism preferred. Send resume and tape.

VIDEOTAPE EDITOR. This position is for our morning newscast, Good Day Colorado. You must be able to quickly assemble and edit from multiple sources including local photographers and satellite news feeds. Experience with non-linear editing is required, and previous newsroom experience is preferred. Send resume and examples of your work.

Qualified candidates only should send a resume with cover letter, salary requirements, and non-returnable VHS tape, if applicable, to:

Human Resources, KDVR FOX 31, 100 East Speer Blvd., Denver, CO 80203
Fax to: (303) 566-2902, E-mail in text format to: hr@kdvr.com

PLEASE, NO PHONE CALLS