TV reporter job opening near Chicago

Naperville Community Television (Channel 17), a TV station in the western suburbs of Chicago, is looking for a part-time news reporter for its weekly newscast.

The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of professional experience. The News Reporter needs to have the following skill sets:
1. Prior television news experience
2. Strong Technical skills -- must be able to shoot and edit (FCP) own work
3. Strong writing skills
4. Story telling skills
5. Organization and task management
6. Good presentation both on and off the camera

Local candidates preferred. No allowance for re-location.

Interested parties should submit a cover letter, work sample (via web) and resume to kwebb@nctv17.com. Please put job title in subject line. No phone calls.

Entry-level production assistant jobs for national talk show

The Trisha Show, a new nationally syndicated talk show, is hiring several Production Assistants to assist its Producers and Associate Producers with all aspects of production. Positions are based in Stamford, Conn.

Duties: Work with guests who will appear on the show while they are in town for taping; involvement in all show day procedures; books guests to appear on the show when necessary.

Basic Qualifications: Minimum 6 months TV experience with a talk show, news or court program, or other relevant experience (including internships); proficiency in Microsoft Office and the internet; bachelor's degree.

About the show: As a conflict-resolution expert, Trisha Goddard will help everyday people and their families navigate the tough issues they are struggling to overcome. Her show will cover topics important to women everywhere with a unique approach--straight talk with a no-excuses mentality.

To apply,submit your resume/CV and cover letter to position # 4725BR at www.nbcunicareers.com.

TV reporter job in Milwaukee

CBS-58 in Milwaukee seeks an experienced General Assignment Reporter. Candidate must be an excellent writer and storyteller with solid live skills. College degree and two years' on-air experience preferred. Send resume and non-returnable tape to: HR-R, 809 S. 60th St., Milwaukee, WI, 53214; fax: 414-607-8189 or e-mail: ccamps@cbs58.com.

Entry-level TV reporter job in NYC area

WMBC-TV, a Northern Jersey-based TV stations, seeks a TV News Reporter to cover local news for daily newscast.

Experience necessary in field reporting and basic videography. Requires good writing skills. Full Time position. Recent graduates welcome. Please include link for resume reel.

Send resumes to jobs@wmbctv.com or fax (973) 808-5516 ATT: Reporter. No phone calls.

Entry-level religion reporter @ New Jersey TV station

WMBC-TV, a Newton, N.J.-based TV station, seeks an entry-level reporter to cover local church and Christian news for TV broadcast. Email resume to jobs@wmbctv.com or fax (973) 808-5516 Attn. CHURCH NEWS. Please include link for resume reel. No phone calls.

Entry-level TV journalism jobs @ PBS

PBS, a non-profit public broadcasting service with 354 member TV stations in the U.S., is offering entry-level desk assistant positions for its NewsHour program. Jobs pay $9/hour, run from July 11, 2011, to January 13, 2012, and are based in Washington, D.C.

The Desk Assistant (DA) position is part of a six-month entry-level program aimed at providing practical experience in a broadcast news setting. The DAs are exposed to all aspects involved in producing a nightly television news program. This position is divided into rotations among the different units that compose the NewsHour: research, newsroom, tape library, reporting, and production.

Over the course of the program, each of the 8 Desk Assistants hired will work in 3 of the 6 different rotations for a period of two months each. They also act as support staff for Senior Producers, Associate Producers, Reporters and Production Assistants, by answering phones, sorting mail, distributing paper and other administrative tasks. Finally, Desk Assistants will attend a series of breakfasts with various members of our organization including correspondents.

Apply by April 30. Click here for application and more info.

Entry-level TV reporter job in Alabama

WTVY Television, the CBS Affiliate for Dothan, Alabama, Panama City, Florida and the surrounding area, has an immediate opening for a news reporter.

This is an entry level position. The ideal candidate will have a degree in journalism or related field, as well as an internship at a commercial television station.

You must be a self-starter, able to enterprise stories, cover meetings, and find the real people affected by the news.

Our staff reporters are one man band and beat our competitors to the stories that matter every day. We are not just about our broadcasts we also place a premium on reporters who know how to produce compelling content for our website and our mobile platform.

Dothan is in the southeast corner of Alabama, just 90 miles from Panama City, FL and the Gulf Beaches. If you feel like you have what it takes to excel in our number one rated newsroom, send a non-returnable VHS resume tape or DVD to:

Katie McManus-Faye, News Director WTVY-TV, P.O. Box 1089 Dothan, AL 36302.

No phone calls please.

Entry-level TV journalist job in Iowa

KCAU-TV, ABC's affiliate in Sioux City, Iowa, has an opening for a morning midday part-time news editor.

This individual will assist the Morning Show Producer with editing videotape on tight deadlines. This person may also periodically shoot video for breaking news stories. It is an excellent opportunity entry level position for students who are interested in someday becoming Producers or Reporters. We will train the right individual.

By March 10, send your resume to KCAU-TV, Human Resources 625 Douglas Street Sioux City IA 51101 or apply in person between 8:30-5:30. Email: humanresources@kcautv.com

TV reporter job @ Winnipeg morning show

CityTV, a television network in Canada, is seeking a reporter/anchor for its weekday morning show in Winnipeg, Breakfast Television Winnipeg. Applicants should have at least two years experience in television reporting or anchoring. Click here for more details and to apply. Deadline is March 9.

News assistant job @ Buffalo TV station

YNN Buffalo seeks a news assistant. Will be responsible for going out in the field to shoot video and sound bites, to interview and obtain information in order to accurately and thoroughly report a story, and assist the reporters.

College Degree with a major in journalism or communication preferred or equivalent experience. Candidates should have 1-2 experience in news gathering or related field. Knowledge of Western New York also desired.

For more info and to apply, click here.

TV reporter job @ Portland, Ore. station

KOIN Local 6, a division of New Vision Television and the CBS affiliate in Portland, Oregon, has a opportunity for a newscast reporter in a top 25 market. Candidate must have demonstrated track record for making each hit different -- new sound, video and updated facts. Energetic live delivery, strong writing, excellent breaking news reporting skills a must. This is not the position for the fluff reporter. This opening is for the reporter who can own the lead. 2-5 years' experience on a news program, 4-year degree required.

HOW TO APPLY: Mail your cover letter, resume and DVD ASAP to:

KOIN Local 6
Reporter Search
Attn: HR Director
222 SW Columbia St.
Portland, Oregon 97201

Reporter @ Charleston, WV TV station

Charleston, W.V.-based WCHS ABC 8 / WVAH FOX 11's Eyewitness News seeks a full-time Reporter/Photographer. Candidates should be aggressive, motivated, driven individual with a 'can do' attitude who can enterprise, shoot, edit and bring in the lead stories.

Requirements: Ability to shoot, write and edit your own stories and present a live product daily; Meeting daily deadlines in a high energy working environment; BA in Journalism, or related field with minimum 1 year of experience in the field; Punctuality; Dependability; The ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities include: Producing content for multiple platforms, including TV, internet, mobile, etc.; Staying informed of current events; Working with management to enterprise and develop stories on a daily basis.

Two years of related work experience is preferred. Knowledge of INews and Avid NewsCutter XP editing technology are not required, but are a definite plus.

You must apply online at www.wchstv.comor www.wvah.com.

Reporter job @ Dayton TV station

WDTN-TV, NBC's affiliate in Dayton, Ohio, seeks a Multi-Media Journalist.

The person will report daily news stories for broadcast news and the web, as a multi-media journalist working with multi-platforms. The candidate will be a team player who will shoot video, write compelling stories and will edit final footage to complete process of editing news stories. Typical duties include: work sources for story ideas, shoot video for stories, write and edit stories for the newscasts and web pages, break stories to air, handle live shots daily. Candidate also required to make regular public appearances representing the television station. Person must be physically able to perform all essential functions of the job on a regular basis.

The successful candidate must be self motivated, energetic and can communicate well with viewers from the anchor desk, live shots and in package form. The candidate must have excellent writing and organizational skills, a thorough knowledge of reporting techniques, as well as a strong knowledge of current local/national/international events. Experience using P2 camera and editing on laptop editors is a plus. One year experience and knowledge of non-linear editing is required, though degree in broadcast journalism helpful.

Candidates who wish to apply for this position should contact Human Resources listing their qualifications for the position by sending cover letter and resume via e-mail to sdiorio@wdtn.com or via postal mail to:
WDTN-TV
Attn: Human Resources
4595 S. Dixie Drive
Dayton, Ohio 45439

No phone calls.

Paid broadcast journalism internships & trainee program @ CBS News

CBS News announced this week that they'll be launching a paid editorial internship program as well as a trainee program for entry-level news producers.

Click here for more details.

Photographer-Editor-Truck Operator jobs @ New York Tri-State TV news stations

News 12 Networks is the country's first, largest, and most watched 24-hour local television news network. The Network is made up of 7 individual local news channels serving the areas of Long Island, New Jersey, Southwestern Connecticut, Westchester County, Hudson Valley, the Bronx, and Brooklyn. News 12 Networks, owned and operated by Cablevision Systems Corporation, is a cable exclusive service, reaching approximately 3.8 million households in the New York market.

News 12 Brooklyn, News 12 Long Island, News 12 Westchester & News 12 Connecticut are each looking for the right person to shoot and/or edit video and/or operate live-transmission vehicles for news programs, live coverage, breaking news and other productions and promotions for all News 12 Services. Will work independently or as part of a team to create pictures and sound which accurately and fairly represent the news, recording raw video and audio and turning it into finished product, or shooting live action suitable for distribution of the News 12 services. Accountable for maintaining assigned equipment, including news vehicles, cameras, lights, editors and peripheral gear, initiating repairs when necessary. Position will be responsible for editing video and audio material for distribution of the News 12 services, including segments or entire programs. Will drive news vehicles and/or live-transmission vehicles and operate production and transmission equipment. Candidate will coordinate playback of edited material, assist in training co-workers, participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year of experience in a television field production area. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred. Should have basic knowledge of production equipment and computers as well as knowledge of news operations and practices. Must have the ability to communicate effectively and the ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines. A flexible schedule with ability to work nights, weekends and holidays as well as a valid driver’s license and a good driving record are required. Cablevision is an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace.

To apply for these positions:
Visit our career website at www.cablevision.jobs
Click on “Search All Jobs”
Click on “Search Openings”
Select "News 12 Networks" in Cablevision Division
Create a profile, upload your resume and apply for the position.
Demos are required.
Online demos are preferred.
If you have a DVD demo, please forward it to:

Brooklyn & Long Island position:
News 12 Human Resources
One Media Crossways
Woodbury, NY 11797
Connecticut & Westchester positions:
News 12 Human Resources
450 Raritan Center Pkwy
Edison, NJ 08837

Part-time Weekend Morning Meteorologist job @ Long Island TV news station

News 12 Networks is the country's first, largest, and most watched 24-hour local television news network. The Network is made up of 7 individual local news channels serving the areas of Long Island, New Jersey, Southwestern Connecticut, Westchester County, Hudson Valley, the Bronx, and Brooklyn. News 12 Networks, owned and operated by Cablevision Systems Corporation, is a cable exclusive service, reaching approximately 3.8 million households in the New York market.

News 12 Long Island is looking for the right person to present hyperlocal weather information on-camera and to coordinate weather programming on multiple platforms (web, infobar, interactive cable channel 612, mobile, etc.) in a manner that is clear, engaging, and meaningful to news consumers. All content must meet News 12 Network standards for journalistic integrity and production quality. Respond to breaking weather news as required.

This part-time position will work Saturday and Sunday in our Woodbury offices of News 12 Long Island.

The ideal candidate should have the following:
• Possess strong on-camera presence and demeanor required to present weather information with a distinctive style that will attract and retain viewers.
• At least four years of operational forecasting experience.
• A strong working knowledge of all WSI computer applications and experience with TV weather graphics/animations and weather graphics systems experience is required.
• Proven skills for communicating weather information verbally, in writing, and using graphics is required.
• Proficiency in weather analysis and forecasting is expected.
• Exceptional weather judgment and excellent news writing ability for all platforms is essential.
• A Meteorology/Atmospheric Science degree or equivalent experience is preferred.
• A deep level of familiarity with the NYC DMA region is a plus.
• Flexibility to work any assigned shift, including nights, early mornings, weekends and holidays, is required.
Cablevision is an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace.
To apply for this position:
Visit our career website at www.cablevision.jobs
Click on “Search All Jobs”
Click on “Search Openings”
Select "News 12 Networks" in Cablevision Division
Create a profile, upload your resume and apply for this position.

Demo is required.
Online demos are preferred.
If you have a DVD demo, please forward it to:
News 12 Human Resources
One Media Crossways
Woodbury, NY 11797

Part-time and Freelance Bilingual Interactive Producer jobs @ Long Island TV news station

News 12 Networks is the country's first, largest, and most watched 24-hour local television news network. The Network is made up of 7 individual local news channels serving the areas of Long Island, New Jersey, Southwestern Connecticut, Westchester County, Hudson Valley, the Bronx, and Brooklyn. News 12 Networks, owned and operated by Cablevision Systems Corporation, is a cable exclusive service, reaching approximately 3.8 million households in the New York market.

News 12 Interactive is looking for the right individuals to be responsible for translation of News 12 news stories from English to Spanish. Prepare and execute all aspects of news and other content for delivery on all Interactive platforms including web, ITV and other emerging technologies. Ensure all content meets News 12 network standards for all journalistic integrity and production quality and conforms to proper rules of grammar and the AP Style Guide.

Ideal candidate needs a minimum of 1-year experience as a news producer or news associate producer. Must be fluent in reading and writing of both English and Spanish and have the capability to translate into Spanish quickly and accurately. Must have excellent news judgment with knowledge of current events and history with effective news writing ability for all platforms. Must have understanding of and proficiency with web production technologies and processes. Must be creative and proficient in news production equipment and computers with understanding of news production techniques and the ability to develop engaging presentation. Must be able to work well under pressure alone, and as a member of a team. Must have excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to work a flexible schedule. Must have the ability to identify problems and develop solutions as well as the ability to coach and train. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred. Cablevision is an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace.

To apply for these positions:
Visit our career website at www.cablevision.jobs
Click on “Search All Jobs”
Click on “Search Openings”
Select "News 12 Networks" in Cablevision Division
Create a profile, upload your resume and apply for the position.

Full-time and Freelance News Producer jobs @ New York Tri-State TV news stations

News 12 Networks is the country's first, largest, and most watched 24-hour local television news network. The Network is made up of 7 individual local news channels serving the areas of Long Island, New Jersey, Southwestern Connecticut, Westchester County, Hudson Valley, the Bronx, and Brooklyn. News 12 Networks, owned and operated by Cablevision Systems Corporation, is a cable exclusive service, reaching approximately 3.8 million households in the New York market.

News 12 has several full-time and freelance positions open at our stations and are looking for the right person to lead the team that prepares and executes all aspects of news and other content for delivery on all platforms. Ensure all content meets News 12 Network standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.

Ideal candidate needs a minimum of one year experience as a news producer or news associate producer. Must have excellent news judgment with knowledge of current events and history with effective news writing ability for all platforms. Must be creative and proficient in news production equipment and computers with understanding of news production techniques and the ability to develop engaging presentation. Must be able to work well under pressure alone, and as a member of a team. Must have excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to work a flexible schedule. Must have the ability to identify problems and develop solutions as well as the ability to coach and train. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred. Cablevision is an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace.

To apply for these positions:
Visit our career website at www.cablevision.jobs
Click on “Search All Jobs”
Click on “Search Openings”
Select "News 12 Networks" in Cablevision Division
Create a profile, upload your resume and apply for the specific position in which you are interested.

Evening News Anchor job @ Long Island TV news station

News 12 Networks is the country's first, largest, and most watched 24-hour local television news network. The Network is made up of 7 individual local news channels serving the areas of Long Island, New Jersey, Southwestern Connecticut, Westchester County, Hudson Valley, the Bronx, and Brooklyn. News 12 Networks, owned and operated by Cablevision Systems Corporation, is a cable exclusive service, reaching approximately 3.8 million households in the New York market.

News 12 Long Island is looking for an energetic and outgoing News Anchor who can present news coverage with ease and comfort. This person must have strong on camera delivery and the ability to adlib with co-anchors during newscasts as well as during breaking news coverage. Our ideal candidate is a strong writer with sharp news judgment and the ability to work well with others. He or she is expected to ensure all content meets News 12 Network standards for journalistic integrity and production quality. The candidate must meet deadlines, work well under pressure and handle the demands of an evening shift. Our anchors are expected to regularly interface with our community and make appearances on behalf of our station. The candidate will also be expected to participate in special projects and respond to breaking news and other urgent newsroom situations as required.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelors degree or equivalent preferred as well as a minimum of four years full-time professional news experience including two years anchoring experience preferred. Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to identify problems and develop solutions. Superior on-air performance, excellent news judgment, and extensive knowledge of local and national current events and history, newsmakers, and issues are required. Should have excellent news writing and copy editing ability for all platforms, practical knowledge of newsgathering equipment and computers and knowledge of news production techniques. Candidate must have a valid driver’s license with good driving record and flexibility to work any assigned shift. Cablevision is an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace.

To apply for this position:
Visit our career website at www.cablevision.jobs
Click on “Search All Jobs”
Click on “Search Openings”
Select "News 12 Networks" in Cablevision Division
Create a profile, upload your resume and apply for the specific position
Demo is required.
Online demos are preferred.
If you have a DVD demo, please forward it to:
News 12 Human Resources
One Media Crossways
Woodbury, NY 11797

Morning Traffic Reporter job @ Westchester TV news station

News 12 Networks is the country's first, largest, and most watched 24-hour local television news network. The Network is made up of 7 individual local news channels serving the areas of Long Island, New Jersey, Southwestern Connecticut, Westchester County, Hudson Valley, the Bronx, and Brooklyn. News 12 Networks, owned and operated by Cablevision Systems Corporation, is a cable exclusive service, reaching approximately 3.8 million households in the New York market.

News 12 Westchester has an opportunity for the right person to be part of the on-air morning news team of the specific News 12 location. They will be responsible for gathering traffic incident information, and creating accurate, informative, visually interesting and well-presented traffic reports. They will produce and present on-camera traffic reports with a clean, smooth delivery and an easy to understand and logically ordered presentation in a manner that is clear, relevant and meaningful to viewers of News 12. They must present traffic information across all platforms in a way that connects with viewers.

Ideal candidate should have some experience in on-air news or traffic incident reporting. Must have knowledge of the roadways in the tri-state area. Must have strong computer and graphic skills as well as excellent script writing, on-camera performance, news judgment, and analytical abilities. Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills required. A Bachelor's degree is preferred. Cablevision is an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace.

To apply for this position:
Visit our career website at www.cablevision.jobs
Click on “Search All Jobs”
Click on “Search Openings”
Select "News 12 Networks" in Cablevision Division
Create a profile, upload your resume and apply for the position.
Demos are required.
Online demos are preferred.

If you have a DVD demo, please forward it to:

News 12 Human Resources
450 Raritan Center Pkwy
Edison, NJ 08837