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Name of job position: Pro Sports Writer
Company: The Tennessean
Location of job duties: Nashville, Tennessee
Summary of job responsibilities:
The Tennessean is seeking an aggressive, resourceful writer to cover professional sports in Nashville. The ideal candidate will be an experienced reporter who can work collaboratively with editors and other staff to develop story ideas that include photos, graphics, and design. The Pro Sports Writer is responsible for writing compelling stories and breaking news to assure The Tennessean is more than competitive with other media. All Information Center staff are engaged in both new and traditional forms of newsgathering and must be adaptable, flexible and eager to experiment with using web tools and social media to reach and involve audiences. Duties: Gather information to report stories with accuracy and proficiency.
Summary of qualifications/requirements:
Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative, demanding, real-time news environment. Four year college degree or work equivalent experience. Skill with web tools and social media.
Apply online: http://tennessean.iapplicants.com/View-Job-62903.html
KFVS, the #1 CBS/Raycom Media station in Cape Girardeau, MO is seeking a full-time Reporter/Video Journalist. Successful candidate will have Bachelors degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, or related field. Two or more years professional television experience preferred. Candidates should be strong storytellers across multiple platforms, with excellent writing, videography and editing skills.
Send cover letter, resume, and demo reel to: Mark Little, KFVS-TV, 310 Broadway, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701. No phone calls please. EOE-M/F/D/V.
WMBF, Raycom Media’s newest television station in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is looking for a full-time Reporter/Video Journalist to take us to the next level in 2010. Successful candidate will need a Bachelor degree in Journalism or related field.
Minimum 1-2 years professional reporting experience/live reporting preferred. Ability to tell memorable stories and experience in breaking major news stories preferred. Computer literacy preferred, including ENPS and BitCentral. Candidate will shoot their own material using P2 High Definition cameras and edit on non-linear equipment. Must demonstrate strong news judgment, a keen sense of logistics, and ability to work well under pressure with strong "live" reporting skills.
Candidate will gather, write and present news reports for various newscasts including wmbfnews.com, and will perform other duties as assigned by the News Director. Must have valid driver's license and proof of insurability.
Please send a tape/DVD, resume, references and a cover letter explaining your news attitude and philosophy to: News Director, Matt Miller, WMBF News, 918 Frontage Road East Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, 29577. No phone calls please. EOE-M/F/D/V
KSLA NEWS 12, the #1 station in the market, is seeking an outstanding individual for a multi-media reporter/video journalist position. Applicant should have at least two years experience reporting, shooting, and editing which are essential for the position to produce content for our multi-platforms. Applicant must have strong reporting skills, be a good storyteller, have superior news judgment, enterprise story ideas, and work for the lead every day. Outstanding live skills are a must for day-to-day coverage and breaking news situations. Send a DVD of your most recent work and resume’ to Jayne Ruben, KSLA News 12, 1812 Fairfield Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71101.
MORNING NEWS REPORTER
KOKH-TV Fox 25, 45th DMA in Oklahoma City, has an exciting opportunity for a Morning Reporter, for our four (4) hour morning newscast.
Are you aggressive and hungry? If so, you should have at least two years of reporting experience and be able to cover a variety of assignments, particularly hard news with considerable live shot experience. We are looking for a strong writer, someone with sharp news judgment and the ability to work well with others. We’re also looking for someone who is a self-starter and who can generate his or her own story ideas. Fill-in anchoring may be required and prior producing experience is preferred.
You will be required to produce daily content on a variety of platforms including, internet, social networking and mobile.
You must apply on-line and send a non-returnable tape or DVD to be considered!
Apply at www.okcfox.com and include your salary requirements while completing our on-line application. Also, send a non-returnable tape Attn: News Director at 1228 E. Wilshire Blvd., Oklahoma City, OK 73111. No phone calls accepted.
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Sinclair Broadcast Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!
Name of job position: Wanted: Police Reporter
Company: The Tennessean
Location of job duties: Nashville, Tennessee
Summary of job responsibilities: Nashville, a town that boasts a dropping crime rate, is not exactly Miami, Detroit or New Orleans. But if you want to cover police where honky tonks rule and celebrities cruise, Nashville is your place. We're looking for an ambitious police reporter who loves a good story and can tell it in written words as well as on camera for the web. We're a newspaper with a track record of investigative journalism and a vibrant digital operation. You would be a part of that team. Show us what you can do. Email work samples and resume to dfisher@tennessean.com.
Summary of qualifications/requirements: 2+ years of experience.
Contact Information: Deborah W. Fisher
Senior Editor, Content
The Tennessean
w: (615) 664-2156
Sports Director/Reporter
KSLA NEWS 12, the #1 station in the market, is seeking a dynamic individual to lead our multi-platform sports coverage. Applicant must have at least 2 years experience reporting and or anchoring sports coverage. Applicant must be a strong writer, excellent storyteller, be able to shoot and edit stories, and produce energetic and compelling sports coverage. Applicant must also have outstanding live-shot abilities. Excellent computer and internet skills are also required. Must be willing to work a variety of days and shifts. Send a DVD of your most recent work and resume’ to Jayne Ruben, KSLA News 12, 1812 Fairfield Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71101.
Reporting to the Executive Producer – Eastern Region in Ottawa, we have a full-time career opportunity for an experienced individual who will be responsible for submitting daily television news stories for broadcast on APTN National News.
Key responsibilities:
- Structures, writes and delivers News & Current Affairs stories for daily and/or weekly show(s)
- Identifies, researches and submits ideas
- On-camera presentation of News & Current Affairs stories
- Evaluates leads/tips
- Receives assignments
- Writes and/or voices on-camera scripts, copy stories and voice overs
- Acts as interviewer on and off air
- Oversees technical staff working on assigned stories
- Oversees editing of re-package pre-taped video news material
Requirements:
- Minimum of two years experience in meeting the deadlines of daily news in television
- A journalism degree, certificate or equivalent experience
- As an on-air representative of Canada’s Aboriginal Peoples – must be of First Nations, Métis or Inuit ancestry
- Must be able to articulate social, economic and cultural issues relevant to Aboriginal communities
- Knowledge of French and/or at least one Aboriginal language an asset
1. Proof of valid driver’s license (driver’s abstract)
2. Must be able to travel within the province
As this position is part of a bargaining unit, the successful candidate will operate under the collective agreement with the Canadian Media Guild.
Remuneration: DOQ/DOE
Please provide a demo of you delivering a newscast, a paragraph stating how you would focus and visualize a current Aboriginal story of your choice, and your resume quoting Competition 09/10-18 and where you saw this ad, by 3 p.m. (CST), Tuesday, January 19, 2010, to:
Human Resources
Aboriginal Peoples Television Network
339 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3B 2C3
Fax: 204-943-2368 E-Mail: careers@aptn.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
KSLA NEWS 12, the #1 station in the market, is seeking an anchor/reporter to co-anchor our morning newscasts and report for our multi-platforms. Applicant should have at least 3 years reporting experience. Applicant should bring professionalism, energy, confidence, and personality in delivering content on the desk and from the field. Applicant should enterprise stories, communicate effectively with audience and staff, have strong anchoring/reporting skills, have solid news judgment, and outstanding live and breaking news skills. Computer and internet skills are a must. Videography and non-linear editing skills are a plus. Send a DVD of your most recent work and resume’ to Jayne Ruben, KSLA News 12, 1812 Fairfield Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71101.
News Reporter/Videojournalist – WIS is looking for a news reporter/videojournalist to join one of the strongest NBC affiliates in the country. The experienced candidate must have the desire and ability to dig for stories, the skill to write, present, and shoot polished packages and to make liveshots come alive. Journalism degree preferred, college degree required, fluency in Spanish a plus. Must be familiar with web-posting and non-linear editing. Send cover letter, non-returnable vhs tape or dvd and resume to Jason Old, PO Box 367, Columbia, SC 29202. No phone calls or e-mails please. EOE. An employment application and applicant profile may be downloaded from the WIS website and mailed with resume and tape/dvd (http://www.wistv.com).
Company/Organization
WAVE-TV/Raycom Media
Location
Louisville, KY
Responsibilities
WAVE 3 Television, the NBC affiliate in Louisville, Kentucky, is looking for a General Assignment Reporter, with investigative research, writing, and presentation skills.
Qualifications
Minimum 3 years reporting experience required, however will consider large market experience behind the scenes as producer or assignment editor from investigative unit if you have what it takes in front of the camera. Candidate must also possess the skills and willingness to act as one man band video journalist when needed. We are looking for strong storytellers who understand brand execution, but that can also deliver content that engages the viewer. Defining moments, holding the powerful accountable, viewer advocacy and community issue driven content are foundations of our award-winning coverage. We want creative thinkers who have only optimistic attitudes, and who really understand the team approach.
To Apply
Send your resume, references, and DVD or VHS tape to:
Lee Eldridge
News Director
WAVE 3 TV
725 South Floyd Street
Louisville, KY 40203
Company/Organization
KSLA News 12
Location
Shreveport, LA
Responsibilities
KSLA NEWS 12, the #1 station in the market, is seeking an outstanding individual for a Multi-Media VJ (reporter/photographer) position.
Qualifications
Applicant should have at least two years experience reporting, shooting, and editing which are essential for the position to produce content for our multi-platforms. Applicant must have strong reporting skills, be a good storyteller, have superior news judgment, enterprise story ideas, and work for the lead every day. Outstanding live skills are a must for day-to-day coverage and breaking news situations.
To Apply
Send a DVD of your most recent work and resume to:
Jayne Ruben
KSLA News 12
1812 Fairfield Avenue
Shreveport, LA 71101
Company/Organization
KSLA News 12
Location
Shreveport, LA
Responsibilities
KSLA News 12 has an immediate opening for a multi-media Reporter/Video Journalist.
Requirements
Candidates should have at least two years experience reporting, shooting, and editing which are essential for the position to produce content for our multi-platforms. Applicant must have strong reporting skills, be a good storyteller, have superior news judgment, and outstanding live skills. This position also requires operating ENG trucks and other live multi-platform devices. You must have excellent computer and internet skills and be able to work a variety of shifts.
To Apply
Send a DVD of your most recent work and resume to: Jayne Ruben, KSLA News 12, 1812 Fairfield Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71101.
WAFB –TV, the dominate CBS affiliate in Baton Rouge, LA, is looking for a General Assignments Reporter. We are looking for a great storyteller with a great on-air presence and a passion for broadcast journalism. WAFB is part of the Raycom News Network. Send resume to Anita Crouch, Human Resources Director, WAFB-TV at acrouch@wafb.com and cc: rhays@wafb.com.