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Huntsville, AL is a hidden gem. We are home to NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center, the U.S. Army's Aviation and Missile Command, and the second largest research park in the country! This is a growing, thriving, and exciting community. Huntsville is the largest metro in Alabama. WAAY is owned by Allen Media Broadcasting. Our company expects top performance and results but provides support and culture to win.
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Production Asst.
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WAAY-TV in Huntsville has an immediate opening available for a Full-Time Production Assistant.
Responsibilities include operation of television studio, control-room, and other production equipment - including but not limited to audio boards, character generator and related graphics software, studio cameras, microphones, studio lights, teleprompter, video editing systems assist in the production of news and programming, both live and recorded, for on-air and online presentations. Training is available.
Must be available to work weekends and semi-flexible schedule.
A college degree is required with a preferred focus on Journalism or related form of writing. The right entry-level candidate will receive full consideration.
As the world of TV news changes, the ideal candidate should be well-versed in the many aspects of Journalism, focusing on producing and publishing content where news consumers are, both online and on-air. A skill in developing contacts through social networking and a talent for non-linear editing are both a plus.
WAAY was recently honored as the only station in North Alabama to earn a coveted Edward R. Murrow Award for exemplary work. WAAY is also the only station in Alabama to win Station of The Year two times in a row! We`re looking for the right person to join the region`s most respected and experienced newsroom leadership in taking us to the next level. In addition, Huntsville, AL was named as the No. 1 Best Place to Live in the Country according to U.S. News and World Report.
Please submit your resume and any relevant information to:
jobs@waaytv.com
Or by mail to:
WAAY – TV
1000 Monte Sano Blvd
Huntsville, AL 35801
WAAY-TV is an equal opportunity employer with a tradition of encouraging a wide diversity of talents through a broad range of hiring practices. If you have a competitive spirit, common sense, and a desire to be the best you can be in an environment that encourages community involvement and is building one of local television`s best cultures, you move to the front of the line. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and 401K plans! A background check is required.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Huntsville, AL 35801: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Assistant News Director
WAAY-31 the Allen Media ABC Affiliate in Huntsville Alabama is looking for our next Assistant News Director.
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Our ideal candidate is a collaborative, experienced leader who`s great at juggling multiple projects and growing journalists. Through careful coaching, the Assistant News Director elevates our station`s storytelling, writing and execution on all platforms.
The Assistant News Director will lead day-to-day decision making on broadcast coverage and work closely with the digital team to ensure our content best serves the audience on all platforms.
Key Responsibilities:
The Assistant News Director works closely with producers, reporters, anchors, digital desk producers and photographers on compelling, emotionally connecting, impact-driven original storytelling. The AND will oversee production of newscasts and special programming and help lead the news team during breaking news and severe weather events. Solid journalistic and content judgment that emphasizes accurate, fair and engaging content. Must have proven positive people management skills, be a strong communicator, and have strong conflict management skills.
Please submit your resume and any relevant information to:
jobs@waaytv.com
Or by mail to:
WAAY – TV
1000 Monte Sano Blvd
Huntsville, AL 35801
WAAY-TV is an equal opportunity employer with a tradition of encouraging a wide diversity of talents through a broad range of hiring practices. If you have a competitive spirit, common sense, and a desire to be the best you can be in an environment that encourages community involvement and is building one of local television`s best cultures, you move to the front of the line. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and 401K plans! A background check is required.
Producer
View Job DetailsWAAY, 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.