Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Account Executive

Account Executive
CBS 2/Fox 28 have immediate openings for enthusiastic, self-motivated individuals to join our local sales team. The position requires the ability to grow revenue from an existing account list
as well as the desire to generate new business.

Description
• Responsible for generating revenue for the station
• Retain current business and develop new business
• Sell commercial advertising time and other station products to local advertisers and/or advertising agencies
• Contact local advertising agencies and direct advertisers
• Act as a liaison between the station and the advertising community
• Make sales presentations to all classifications of advertisers to obtain orders for advertising time and use of commercial production facilities
• Develop and maintain new and existing business
• Attain budgeted revenue goals through effective solicitations, promotions and service
• Attract and close advertisers to sell products and services via spot TV
• Assist in the collection of past due accounts

Qualifications
• Two to three years of outside sales experience, media sales experience preferred
• Strong written and oral communication, mathematical, planning and organizational skills
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Self-motivated
• Professional appearance a must


In order to qualify you must apply online at http://jobs.sbgnet.com/sbghire/JobManagement.jsp

No phone calls please. Thanks.

Assignment Editor

JOB AVAILABLE: Full-Time Assignment Editor



DATE AVAILABLE: Immediately



SALARY: Dependent on experience and qualifications.



DUTIES: Responsible for generating and developing news stories. Other duties include monitoring scanners, viewer tips and phone calls, and other local and national news sources. Responsible for assigning field crews and coordinating coverage plans with news producers and managers. Assists reporters in gathering information for stories in progress. Must be able to assess the importance of current events and react quickly to breaking news. Assists assignment desk manager in planning for future events. Must have knowledge of microwave and satellite feeds. May be required to work extended, non-standard shifts as news dictates. Performs work according to values of Fisher Communications with the utmost of integrity and trust in doing what is right.



QUALIFICATIONS:

1. A college degree and at least two years in journalism are preferred.

2. Must be creative in generating original stories.

3. Skilled at finding information using newsroom reference material, computers and public records.

4. Knowledgeable about computer assisted reporting.

5. Prefer a good understanding of current television news production techniques and practices.

6. Must be familiar with current trends and events.

7. Must be able to handle multiple tasks in a rapid and efficient manner.

8. Must be able to work a variety of shifts including nights and weekends.



ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Excellent vision and hearing (with or without corrective equipment).

2. Ability to speak, read, write and distinguish colors.

3. The ability to sit and stand for long periods of time.

4. Ability to work on a keyboard for extended periods of time.

5. The ability to work under pressure with or without direct supervision.



NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED FOR AN INTERVIEW.



SUBMIT RESUMES TO: Don Pratt

News Director

KATU Television, #09-09

2153 NE Sandy Blvd.

Portland, OR 97232



APPLICATION DEADLINE: This position is open until filled.

Monday, October 19, 2009

Director – Newscast/Production

Director – Newscast/Production
WFTX-News
Cape Coral, FL (Fort Myers media market)


Scheduled Days & Hours:
Full-time; non-exempt.

Education:
College degree preferred; Broadcast Journalism or Communication emphasis preferred.

Skills:
Candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication; ability to direct fast paced newscast; thorough knowledge of broadcast newsroom operations essential; ability to make decisions and work closely with others under pressure; excellent organizational skills; strong knowledge of journalistic standards; computer proficiency.

Experience:
Minimum two years newscast directing experience.

Duties:
Direct assigned live newscasts; work with commercial production creating one of a kind programs; direct live to tape programs; fill in direct as needed; direct staff as needed; other duties as assigned by manager.

Station Notes:
WFTX-TV is an aggressive Fox affiliate in the nation’s 66th largest media market. The station is located in Cape Coral, about 30 minutes from some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Come enjoy the Florida lifestyle while also honing your skills and learning how to compete hard in television news and make a difference for viewers and the community.


Send resume, cover letter and an air-check of last newscast to:
Brent Struense, Marketing Director
Journal Broadcast Group
WFTX-TV
621 S.W. Pine Island Rd.
Cape Coral, FL 33991
bstruense@journalbroadcastgroup.com


Journal Broadcast Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Posted 10/05/2009

Master Control Operator

Employment Opportunity


Master Control Operator
WFTX
Cape Coral/Ft. Myers, FL


Scheduled Days & Hours:
Full Time; Non-exempt; Various shifts

Education:
High school diploma required; college degree in related field preferred; FCC General Class license or SBE certification preferred.

Skills:
Candidate must have technical knowledge of television master control system operation; understand and maintain correct video and audio levels; must be detail oriented and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills; strong organizational, time management and multi-tasking skills essential; working knowledge of computers required.

Experience:
Previous television master control operation experience preferred.

Duties:
Operate master control automation and switcher; process satellite and news microwave feeds; record syndicated programming and commercials into file server system; monitor system audio and video levels and transmitter readings; maintain station log and other duties assigned by manager.


Send resume and cover letter to:
Doug Stauch
WFTX-TV
621 SW Pine Island Road
Cape Coral, FL 33991
dstauch@journalbroadcastgroup.com



Journal Broadcast Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Posted 10/05/2009

Sunday, October 18, 2009

ASSISTANT PRESS SECRETARY

ASSISTANT PRESS SECRETARY
Communications dept.

Washington, DC Office - Union of Concerned Scientists

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under direction of the media director and guidance of the press secretaries, provide operational support to the media team and assist in the implementation of strategies to publicize UCS programs, positions, experts and research products.

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The essential job duties/responsibili ties of the position are included in, but not limited to the information listed below.
Answer calls to the UCS media phone line. Respond promptly to requests for information; refer media representatives to colleagues as
necessary.
Maintain clipping files of press information. Manage news clip distribution system and vendor.
Maintain media database and email lists. Manage vendor. Update entries, generate press lists, and send emails. Upload press releases to web.
Assemble tri-annual board reports.
Provide support to press secretaries and media director.
Pitch reporters with suggestions for stories or articles; provide necessary information to ensure accurate coverage.
Help draft and distribute press releases, pitch letters, staff bios, backgrounders, LTEs, op-eds, and other press materials. Implement national and state media campaigns, schedule road shows, and book radio/TV appearances. Organize press conferences. Collaborate with program staff members as necessary. Coordinate travel arrangements, media contacts, and facility logistics; staff events as required. May craft and recommend proactive and reactive media strategies.
Monitor press coverage to suggest appropriate media tactics.
Research media outlets to devise effective pitches.
Become thoroughly knowledgeable about UCS issues, positions, experts and products and keep abreast of any new developments.
Maintain awareness of role as representative of UCS; consider impact of activities and statements on organization reputation and credentials in press, public and private sectors; direct energies whenever possible to promote UCS, advance organization objectives, and enhance funding opportunities.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Work requires knowledge of media and/or public relations. Also required are related technical skills, including ability to write clearly; ability to utilize computer information services; word processing and database proficiency.
EXPERIENCE: Position requires 1-2 years previous journalism or media relations experience. Strong writing and copy editing skills necessary. Must have good attention to detail, exceptional follow through, and thrive in a fast paced environment. On the job training of up to six months is required to learn UCS personnel, philosophy, positions and programs.

***HOW TO APPLY: Please submit cover letter referencing where you
learned of this position opening and resume to jobs@ucsusa. org, and
include “Asst Press Sec” in the subject line.
No phone calls, please!

2010-2011 Fellowship positions in Washington, DC, Baltimore, MD

2010-2011 Fellowship positions in Washington, DC, Baltimore, MD and Posted by: "Las Comadres"
Date: Sun Oct 11, 2009 12:02 pm ((PDT))

From Austin comade Sylvia Acevedo and her colleagues

Atlas Service Corps seeks nonprofit leaders from around the world to apply for their 2010-2011 fellowship positions in Washington, DC, Baltimore, MD and Bogota, Colombia. Expenses are paid in this prestigious fellowship program, including a living stipend, health insurance, and training. Applicants must have 3 or more years of experience in the nonprofit sector, a college degree, fluency in English (and Spanish if applying to volunteer in Colombia), and a commitment
to return to their home country after one year. Candidates from outside the U.S.
are placed at outstanding host organizations in Washington, DC or Baltimore, MD
including Ashoka, Asian American LEAD, CentroNĂ­a, Grameen Foundation, and
Population Action International.

Candidates from the U.S. are placed at organizations in Bogota like Global
Humanitaria and Oxfam GB. In addition to volunteering full time at their host
organizations, Fellows are enrolled in a management development training program
and join a growing network of nonprofit leaders from around the world.

For more details about eligibility requirements and the application process, please
visit: http://www.atlascor ps.org/apply. html and watch a short video about the
application process here: http://www.youtube. com/watch? v=Mx63RKbqoKY.
The deadline to apply is November 10, 2009.

Scott Beale
Founder & CEO
Atlas Service Corps, Inc.

Monday, September 21, 2009

United States Department of State Summer 2010 Student Internship Program.

Please pass this along.

The United States Department of State is pleased to inform that they are now accepting applications for the Summer 2010 Student Internship Program.

Please click here (http://careers.state.gov/students/programs.html#SIP) for more information, and to view the vacancy on USAJobs and start the online application process. The deadline to submit completed applications is November 2, 2009.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens and a student in order to be eligible. Please read the vacancy announcement for all eligibility requirements.

PLEASE NOTE: You may experience some technical difficulties with the online application system. Please click here (http://careers.state.gov/students/workaround.html) for workaround instructions. USDOS apologize for the inconvenience – they are working to fix this issue as quickly as possible.