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.

BBC offering journalism apprenticeships in Scotland

The BBC seeks applicants for its 2013 apprenticeship program based in Glasgow.

The apprentices will receive $14,397 (or UK£9,000) to work with the BBC, STV and independent production companies for one year making radio, TV and online content for all kinds of output and programs.

Duties include administrative support and office duties, as well essential tasks like taking tapes and equipment from one location to another. Possible tasks include booking travel, arranging meetings, helping to make content and more.

Deadline to apply April 13. Click here for more info.

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.

CNN hiring journalism graduate students for entry-level trainee program

Graduate students studying broadcasting or journalism students can apply for CNN's entry level training program.

The CNN's Newsgathering Master Fellowship gives young journalists the opportunity to perform the duties of an assignment editor/producer in the newsgathering operation of CNN’s Washington, D.C. bureau. Fellows also receive mentoring.

Assignment editors participate in the planning and execution of news coverage. They do extensive research, screen tape and assist in the shooting and editing of stories. Producers cover events, write stories for the CNNWire and CNN.com and produce packages for air.

They will also be mentored by some of the most talented producers and correspondents working at CNN today.

For more information, click here and search for position #129607BR or "Summer 2012 Intern - CNN Newsgathering Master Fellowship".

BBC accepting applications for broadcast journalism apprenticeship program

The BBC, a British public service broadcaster that is the largest broadcaster in the world,  is accepting applications for its 2012 apprenticeship program.

An apprentice is someone who is there to learn as well as to work. As such, applicants don't need a lot of experience or qualifications. However, applicants must have the right to work in the U.K.

You will study at Westminster Kingsway College and receive skills training at the BBC in West London. You’ll work with teams making TV programs and websites for the BBC and Independent production companies. Your duties could range from providing general admin support to a production team, to booking equipment, arranging meetings, helping on shoots and maybe doing basic research. We will give you training and support to achieve your goals – and you’ll gain a qualification at the end of it, as well as hands on experience in television and online.

You will be paid an apprenticeship wage of £11,000 a year. Positions are available in Glasgow and London.

Deadline to apply is February 21. Click here for more info and to apply.

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.

Radio reporter job @ NPR's San Francisco station

KRCB 91.1 FM, an NPR affiliate in the Bay Area, seeks a part-time radio reporter/producer and web journalist. Applicant should have at least two years broadcast news experience, write exceptionally well, and be skilled in digital audio editing, ideally with ProTools experience.

The successful candidate will be fluent in social media, knowledgeable about current events in the North Bay, and be able to juggle multiple deadlines. Duties will include, but not be limited to, producing audio stories for radio, field reporting, posting and illustrating web reports, and preparing multi-media promotional materials.

This is a part-time, benefits eligible position. Must be within commuting distance and have own car. EEO. Spanish speaker a plus. By Feb. 15, reply via email with cover letter, resume, writing samples, examples of recorded work, and salary requirements to radionews@krcb.org, subject line Radio News. No phone calls.

Internet radio reporter job in Las Vegas

Sizzlin 96.5, a Henderson, Nevada-based Internet-broadcasted radio station, is seeking local news, traffic and entertainment news reporters for a 3 hour program. If you have interests in this simply send an email to hot[at]sizzlin965.info.

Web producer job @ CBS News in NYC

CBS News is looking for a web producer in New York City to join its website's parenting section. The producer will handle producing, editing and uploading original and repurposed content from CBS News, affiliates and wire services.

Candidates need a strong eye for detail with the ability to generate interesting angles on trends and breaking news related to parenting. Candidates also need to have a firm grasp of CBS News standards and a strong journalistic background. A keen eye for what works in the digital space and a willingness to experiment is a must.

REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree and journalism experience required
- Passion for parenting-related news
- Ability to generate original ideas
- Strong news judgment with an eye for trends
- Writing and editing experience and the ability to write accurate and catchy headlines is a must
- Ability to multitask effectively and operate under deadline pressure
- Team-oriented, with strong communication skills
- Must successfully pass a background check

To apply online,  click here.

Radio journalism job openings @ Fairfield, Conn.'s NPR affiliate

WSHU, NPR's affiliate for Fairfield, New Haven and New London Counties in Connecticut, is adding three staffers to the newsroom: producer, reporter and host. All positions are Fairfield-based. For more info and to apply, visit http://wshu.org/documentation/jobs_main.php.

Entry-level radio journalism job @ NPR

National Public Radio is offering a 12 month entry-level position with the possibility of a regular full-time position at the end of one year.

The Apprentice Journalist assists in the preparation and publishing of online materials, particularly show rundowns and related online documents for All Things Considered on NPR.org. Occasionally assists in producing copy, interactive material and multimedia content. Occasionally assists in producing news stories for NPR.org. Works under significant deadline pressure every day. Strong spelling and grammar skills are essential for this post.

Essential Duties Include: Produces and edits show rundowns and related documents for the All Things Considered area of NPR.org, including text and headlines. Works under very tight deadlines. Accuracy, spelling and grammar skills are essential for the position. Works closely with All Things Considered editors and producers, and NPR.org staffers, to coordinate All Things Considered content on NPR.org. Ability and willingness to work weekends at any hour, including overnight shifts. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, with training in journalism and/or research. Expertise in daily coverage of national news or general news. Familiarity with specialty topics such as world news, business, sports, science, music, arts. Solid, independent news judgment. Demonstrated skills in editing and headline-writing. Understanding of journalistic ethics. Experience maintaining high journalistic standards under deadline pressure, including standards of objectivity, balance and fairness. Willingness to learn skills necessary to work on a Web publication; ability to adapt to changes in equipment, software and workflow. Strong oral communication skills. Demonstrated ability to generate and execute complex creative ideas and to assimilate and organize large amounts of information. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Candidate must be available to work any assigned shift, including nights and weekends. Ability and willingness to relocate. In the future, NPR may choose to transfer employees to other geographic locations. Severance provisions of the AFTRA collective bargaining agreement will apply should you choose not to accept a transfer.

Does this sound like you? If so, we want to hear from you. Please apply via: https://careers-npr.icims.com/jobs/1194/job

NPR offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package including health and wellness benefits, retirement, and work/life balance programs, as well as opportunities for career growth and development. NPR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. You can also follow us on Twitter at @nprjobs.

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.

Post-graduate broadcast news internship

Ivanhoe Broadcast News, a syndicated television news-gathering organization covering medical and science breakthroughs, seeks a talented news intern to write for TV and Internet, assist on shoots, research, pitch story ideas, and assist with clerical duties.

Applicants must have a four-year degree. Impeccable English skills, speed, and accuracy are essential. This is an internship in Orlando, FL. We promise interns will learn a lot for their future in journalism.

Interested candidates should send resume to:
Marsha Hitchcock
News Director
Ivanhoe Broadcast News
mhitchcock@ivanhoe.com
(407) 740-5320 (fax)
No telephone calls.

Radio reporter job @ Washington, DC station

Federal News Radio, a Washington, D.C.-based AM radio stations that broadcasts news, talk and information targeted towards U.S. government employees, seeks a full-time reporter.

Minimum 1-3 years reporting experience. Professional broadcast news experience preferred. Must have strong interest in federal contracting, IT & employment issues, proven ability to cultivate sources and break news, excellent multi-tasking and writing skills under deadline. Salary mid-40s.

Complete application at www.federalnewsradio.com, click link "inside WFED" and click on "Careers".

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.

Trainee TV journalism program in Germany

Deutsche Welle, Germany's international public broadcast station, is offering semester-long internships for students and an 18-month traineeship program for young journalists.

The 18-month program "offers young journalists professional, international editorial training for radio, television and Internet. Trainees benefit from the global reach of international broadcaster Deutsche Welle, Germany's global media calling card."

Application deadline for the trainee program is March 31. Click here for more info and to apply.

Deadline to apply for a Fall internship is April. Click here for more info.