Current Available Jobs for WAAY

WAAY-TV in Huntsville is seeking applicants for the position of Production Assistant – Part Time. Directing experience and experience with Ross Carbonite switchers and Ross Xpression character generators is highly preferred. The Production Assistant assists in the production of news and programming, both live and recorded, for on-air and online presentations. Production Assistant responsibilities include:
-    Preparing the studio for newscasts
-    Operating studio cameras as directed
-    Relaying information to news anchors
-    Adjusting studio lighting as directed
-    Operating teleprompter as needed
Other responsibilities may include operating the following equipment:
-    Video switcher 
-    Audio board
-    Microphones
-    Character generator and related graphics software
-    Video editing systems
The Production Assistant may also be required to perform duties in our Digital Broadcast Operations Center. 

Experience preferred but not required.  Training is available. Must be available to work mornings or nights and weekends. 

Send resume including references to: jobs@waaytv.com 

or 
WAAY-TV 
Attn: Production Assistant
1000 Monte Sano Blvd 
Huntsville AL 35801 

No phone calls accepted.  WAAY - TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Our company expects top performance and results and provides the support and culture to win.  WAAY believes that local television is rewarding and fun in a market that is rocket science! A background check is required.

Description & Qualifications
WAAY-TV, is looking for a true team player and leader to join our dynamic staff as an Anchor of WAAY 31 News. The qualified candidate should possess a history of being a dynamic journalist committed to telling impactful stories both on-air and on-line. You will work closely with an experienced team of journalists and other anchors in developing fast-paced, informative local news segments, and leading in breaking news execution. Excellent news judgement is a must.
The ideal candidate should be known as a respected newsroom leader, work collaboratively with all who are part of this team, and have the ability and demeanor to guide a team, mentor others, and grow themselves. Strong writing and interpersonal skills are required. Involvement in local communities is expected. The ideal candidate:

•Thrives on breaking news and delivers it with urgency and clarity
•Has a proven track record of enterprise reporting, cultivating sources and the ability to uncover big stories
•Is equally comfortable anchoring from the desk, reporting in the field, and creating content on social media
•Understands connecting with audiences and consumers of information wherever they are
•Doesn’t just read press releases, but has the ability to seek truth which often requires asking tough question

Minimum Requirements
A degree in journalism or a related field is required in addition to experience that reflects success in newsroom leadership. Five or more years’ experience as an Anchor and same or more as a Reporter is preferred. Ability to shoot and edit video is a plus. Compensation is based on experience.
Terms of Employment
This is a full-time position during regular business hours with the potential of extra time required to meet monthly deadlines and to fulfill obligations to critical projects.
About the Huntsville, Alabama Region Huntsville is Alabama’s largest city and growing, making a market jump from 81 to 75 in the most recent Nielsen DMA rankings. The city is consistently voted as one of the Best Places to Live in the Country by US News and World Report. Forbes Magazine describes Huntsville as “The South’s Best-Kept Secret Destination.” Rolling mountains, lakes and rivers surround the city. We are home to NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, Space Camp, the US Army’s Aviation and Missile command, Redstone Arsenal and the second largest research park in the country. Nashville is a two-hour drive, and Atlanta is a little more than three hours away. WAAY is home to SEC Football.
A pre-employment background check is required.
Cover letter, resume, and references should be submitted to:
News Director, WAAY-TV
1000 Monte Sano Blvd
Huntsville, AL 35801
Or emailed to: jobs@waaytv.com • EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

WAAY - TV, Alabama Broadcasters Association's Station of the Year is seeking Multimedia Journalists.  If you’re looking for a bunch of clichés in this listing hit the back button now.  WAAY is looking for hungry, passionate Multimedia Journalists who crave coming to work every day.

The ideal candidates have a thirst for breaking news, public safety, education, cultivating sources and asking questions that will hold people accountable.  You will be a creative writer and storyteller ready to break the surface with your stories.  You will value engaging and active stand-ups.  You will appreciate constructive criticism and put ideas into action.

In return, WAAY 31 will take the time and spend the money to invest in you.  You will have a voice in the newsroom, opportunities for advancement and the most sophisticated technology in the industry.  We will give you all the tools you need to succeed.

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

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor degree in Journalism, Mass Communication or equivalent.

2 years’ experience as a MMJ is required.

Able to work independently and as a team member

Ability to shoot and edit video.

Willing to work in any weather condition, holidays and weekends.

Interested candidates should send their resume and reel to jobs@waaytv.com or

WAAY – TV

1000 Monte Sano Blvd

Huntsville, AL 35801

No phone calls accepted.  WAAY is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Our company expects top performance and results and provides the support and culture to win.  WAAY believes that local

WAAY, North Alabama’s ABC affiliate and official home of SEC Football. (Market 75) is looking for aggressive, smart and creative Producers. It may sound like we’re asking for a lot but the right candidate needs to have a passion for producing TV news.  Craft fast-paced, creative newscasts with a focus on breaking news, severe weather, and investigative reporting.  You will be responsible for story selection and placement, while working to create graphics and special elements to enhance a viewer's experience. You'll work with the Executive Producer and Creative Services department while using your creative freedom to create a compelling storytelling experience. In this job, you'll work alongside a supportive team of dedicated and award-winning journalists with a passion to serve their viewers. Excellent communication skills are required. 

Huntsville, AL is Alabama’s largest city and is growing, making a market jump from 81 to 75 in the most recent Nielsen DMA Rankings. The city is a hidden gem, consistently voted as one of the Best Places to Live in the Country by US News and World Report. Forbes Magazine describes Huntsville as “The South’s Best-Kept Secret Destination.” Rolling mountains surround the city, as do lakes and rivers. We are also home to NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, Space Camp, the US Army’s Aviation and Missile command and the second largest research park in the country.  If you like to travel, Nashville is a two-hour drive, and Atlanta is a little more than three hours away.

Minimum Requirements

·       Bachelor degree in Journalism, Mass Communication or equivalent.

·       Excellent writing, spelling, grammar and copy-editing skills

·       Must be able to work in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment

·       The ability to understand the station’s philosophy and implement it daily

Interested candidates should send their resume and reel or writing examples to jobs@waaytv.com, or by mail to:

Producer Opening

WAAY – TV
1000 Monte Sano Blvd
Huntsville, AL 35801

No phone calls please.  WAAY is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  WAAY believes that local television is rewarding and fun in a market that is rocket science! Benefits include medical, dental, and vision.