Job Listings: WHBQ TV/FOX13, MEMPHIS, TN

Posted by Sandra Fernandez on October 21, 2011 under Jobs, Internships & Scholarships | Be the First to Comment

The following represent brief/broad descriptions. It is not intended, nor should it be construed, to represent a comprehensive and/or exhaustive description of all duties/responsibilities and requisite skills associated with the position.

CHIEF PHOTOGRAPHER
Provide guidance/leadership to staff of photographers. Maintain vehicle fleet, camera equipment/inventory. Conduct regular training sessions with photographers. Provide new photographer orientation/safety training. Provide shooting skills for new pkgs, as needed. Requires degree in Journalism or related field and minimum of 3 years “paid” experience as a photojournalist. Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Must be proficient with Microsoft Office and have excellent organizational skills. NPPA skills and prior management experience preferred. Must have desire to succeed with good leadership ability.

AM ANCHOR/REPORTER
Work an assigned beat, establish contacts, identify stories of relevance to the community, report live and taped as assigned, and adhere to newsroom policies about news gathering and fair/accurate reporting/writing. Anchor week day AM newscasts and fill-in for other newscasts as needed to include story selections, presentations, and executions for those broadcasts. Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or related field required. Minimum three years paid broadcast news experience as reporter or anchor. Must possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal and be computer literate. Must be team player with ability to work under pressure.

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
Manage the performance of the producers and associate producers, oversee and enterprise team coverage and special events, prevent on-air mistakes, enhance newscasts through an innovative use of graphics, work with reporters to make their stories better, work with the desk to improve quality and quantity of coverage, take a lead role in breaking news and have a firm grip on local news. Requires degree in Journalism or related field and 3 years broadcast television producing experience. Major market and/or management experience preferred. Web experience a plus. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal is essential.

BACKPACK JOURNALIST
Must be able to work independently, gather information and discern its newsworthiness in an extremely high-pressure, fast-paced environment. Will research, write in broadcast style with brevity and clarity, and present news stories on the air in a professional yet engaging manner. Must possess strong on-camera skills as well as have experience using techniques involved in the editing process. The Backpack Journalist is responsible for gathering news material, interviewing persons both on and off camera, obtaining video and/or still images, editing video material, participating in the editorial process, preparing and presenting packages/reports both on and off the air. Familiarity with non-linear editing equipment such as AVID, as well as photojournalism cameras such as the D.C. Pro is a must. Bachelor’s degree in journalism preferred. Applicant must have experience in broadcast reporting: a minimum of 2 years in broadcast journalism and have prior editing experience. Must have valid driver license and clean driving record. Must be able to meet aggressive deadlines while completing high-quality stories.

PRODUCER
Write, arrange, and coordinate live and taped elements into a compelling, well-paced newscast. Communicate well with field crews, assignment desk, directors, and newsroom management. Exercise sound news judgment. Requires Bachelors’ degree in Journalism or related field and two years of paid newsroom experience as producer or associate producer. Must be computer literate and possess good interpersonal skills. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential for success in this position.

PHOTOGRAPHER
Shoot/Edit on P2 camera. Operate camera, lights, wireless mics, portable/permanent editing gear, microwave truck, Avstar newsroom software, cell phone, and 2-way. Willingly accept direction from assignment desk. Requires degree in Journalism or related field and 2 years paid broadcast news photography experience. Must have good eye and ability to tell a compelling story with the camera.

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
Service/maintain existing account list (agency and direct), develop new business, increase station revenue/share of existing accounts. Cold calling and prospecting required. Assist in annual budgeting process, achieve budget and market share goals, and accurately forecast existing revenue and potential revenue to management. College degree preferred. Minimum 1 year sales experience required—broadcast experience a Plus! Knowledge of research programs such as: TVScan, Nielsen, Scarborough, and/or CMR preferred. Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Must be self-motivated with proven track record of success. Must be able to work under pressure, be extremely organized, and maintain a team spirit.

HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: station recruitment and applicant tracking, maintenance of personnel/confidential files, processing required paperwork for all status changes including salaries, promotions, hires, terms, and leaves. Will also be responsible for enforcing company human resources policies and procedures, preparing various monthly and annual reports including EEO, FCC, and OSHA, participating in annual budgeting process, instructing dept heads on proper procedures for recruitment, employment law, disciplinary matters, and company policies. Will assist in resolving employee conflicts. Degree in Human Resources or related discipline and minimum 3 yrs Human Resources management experience required. Broadcast experience helpful! Must be a hands-on generalist who is a self-starter with a positive attitude. Must have solid working knowledge of employment laws both Federal and State. Must possess excellent communication skills both written and verbal as well as excellent time management and organizational skills.

Qualified candidates send resume, salary requirements, and non-returnable tape (if applicable) to:
Human Resources ▪ WHBQ-TV/Fox 13 ▪ 485 S Highland ▪ Memphis, TN 38111
E-mail: roberta.hudson@foxtv.com ▪ No phone calls please!

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