Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (subject to any medical or religious accommodations or other applicable law).

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 and pre-employment drug screen are required.

Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (subject to any medical or religious accommodations or other applicable law)

Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (subject to any medical or religious accommodations or other applicable law).

Description & Qualifications

WAAY-TV is seeking a Digital Content Producer to play a pivotal role in helping our TV station develop content that will engage and grow our audience in the Huntsville, Alabama market by creating and delivering timely and accurate information through the web, social media, and other communications channels.

The ideal candidate would quickly write developing stories and send out breaking news alerts, including push notifications and social media updates as well as livestream events using station technology for web and social. We want someone who can go beyond “digital first.” This person will help cultivate exclusive online content, understand social media algorithms, and find what’s going to trend instead of what’s already trending.

The ideal candidate will have a college degree in journalism, communications, English, or a similar-related field who is a strong writer and knowledgeable about current events as well as posting on social media. This job requires the ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle several tasks simultaneously.

Our digital content manager will work closely with news managers to ensure the online product matches the station’s objectives. This person will also supervise and manage the online presence of news employees. The right applicant is an aggressive, smart, creative producer and a self-starter.

WAAY 31 is dedicated to breaking news, severe weather and investigative stories that make an impact in our community. We want someone with the desire and drive to help achieve that goal every day. 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’s degree in journalism, Mass Communication or equivalent.
• 
  Must have knowledge of basic HTML, Photoshop & Slack.
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  Excellent writing, spelling, grammar, and copy-editing skills.
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  Must be able to work in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
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  The ability to understand the station’s philosophy and implement it daily.

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! Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (subject to any medical or religious accommodations or other applicable law). A pre-employment drug screen and background check are 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

Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (subject to any medical or religious accommodations or other applicable law).

WAAY-TV (WAAY-31) in Huntsville, AL is looking for a leader with creative talents to fill an immediate opening for Morning Producer. WAAY-TV places a strong emphasis on quality journalism and storytelling. You will be supplied with all news gathering tools necessary to create premium content with supporting production techniques needed to prepare quality, market-leading work. WAAY-31 is honored to be the Alabama Broadcasters 2022 Station of the Year. This designation is in great part due to the award-winning work of Producers who are responsible for the day-to-day production of our newscasts. The ideal candidate will work closely with the News Director, Executive Producer, Director, Assignment Desk and Anchors on newscast content, working together to determine the content and flow of newscasts. The Morning Producers is responsible for generating and writing stories and determining how to best showcase this content.

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.

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: WAAY-TV 1000 Monte Sano Blvd Huntsville, AL 35801 How are we different? You will get a reply in a timely manner, letting you know we received your information. At WAAY-31, you are respected and your opinion matters.

 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 and pre- employment drug screen are required.

Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (subject to any medical or religious accommodations or other applicable law). A pre-employment drug screen and background check are 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

Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (subject to any medical or religious accommodations or other applicable law).

WAAY-TV, ABC 31, serving North Alabama in the fast-growing Huntsville-Florence-Decatur market (Nielsen DMA 79), is seeking an energetic, sincere journalist to anchor WAAY-31 Morning News.  The qualified candidate should possess an honest passion for storytelling and have a heart for service to this incredible region. When needed, reporting or field anchoring should be expected as part of your position. 

U.S. News and World Report designates Huntsville as the No. 1 Best City to Live in America. Surrounded by rolling mountains, lakes and rivers, Huntsville is home to NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, Redstone Arsenal, Space Camp, US Army’s Aviation and Missile command and the second largest research park in the country.

WAAY is presently the Alabama Broadcasters Station of the Year for journalistic excellence and service to the region. Over the past two years, WAAY is the most honored station in Alabama.

This ever-evolving and strong newsroom culture needs a person who is comfortable in assuming a leadership role, coaching news team members when applicable and demonstrating a personal commitment to continued professional growth and development.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of effectively delivering breaking news, establishing and cultivating sources, possessing a talent for pursuing engaging content for newscasts and digital platforms, and becoming a well-known personality in the region with a reputation as a newsroom leader.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Journalism, Mass Communication or equivalent
• 2+ years experience as an Anchor or Reporter with Anchor experience; however, if you are an experienced, successful reporter ready for the next step, we want to hear from you
• Ability to shoot and edit video should the need arise
• A proficiency in social media skills
• Possess a valid drivers license and satisfactorily pass pre-employment drug screening

Interested candidates should apply with resume and link to a recent reel to jobs@waaytv.com.

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! Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (subject to any medical or religious

Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (subject to any medical or religious accommodations or other applicable law).

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 television is rewarding and fun in a market that is rocket science! Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and 401K plans.

Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (subject to any medical or religious accommodations or other applicable law).  A pre-employment drug screen and background check are required.