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The following represents brief descriptions. It is not intended, nor should it be construed, to represent a comprehensive and/or exhaustive description of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of each position.
NEWS
ANCHOR AND REPORTER
The Anchor/Reporter is responsible for gathering, preparing, writing, and presenting news and information across multiple platforms from the newsroom and in the field. Uses new technology to gather, edit and present news content. Maintains contacts with newsmakers, cultivates news sources and establishes/maintains a strong bond with the community. Understands and sustains a strong presence on social media platforms including but not limited to Twitter and Facebook. Also, works continuously to build social audience. Makes frequent appearances at civic functions, station promotions and other community outreach events. This position requires skills in writing conversational broadcast copy, and incorporating appropriate visual elements under daily deadline pressure. The candidate must be flexibility and proficient in English grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Must communicate clearly and deal effectively/politely with the public in person and over the phone. A Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in a related field preferred
Five years of experience as a news anchor at a commercial television station.
COMMERCIAL OPERATIONS
TRAFFIC COORDINATOR
The Traffic Coordinator assumes responsibility for the accuracy of spot placement and separation of the log, and front loads each week in an effort to maximize the inventory and ensure inventory is not left unsold. Monitors and notifies appropriate management of inventories that becomes available at the last minute or oversold. Evaluates and takes action on the inventory two or more weeks into the future to ensure the time required to publish each log is minimum. Assists other Commercial Operations personnel when necessary, and works with other departments as required. A Bachelor's degree from a four year college or university is preferred. One to two years of TV traffic experience in commercial television station preferred. Knowledge of WideOrbit, Commercial Delivery Systems, and Microsoft Office (Excel and Word) is helpful. The candidate must be detail oriented and able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
SALES
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
WAGA-TV/FOX
5 & myfoxatlanta.com (market #9) seeks an account executive to service an
established client list as well as prospect and develop new business.
Qualified candidates should have a minimum 3+ years spot television and
internet ad sales experience. Candidate must provide a track record of
success as well as positive relationships with clients, agencies and
co-workers. The ideal candidate will be resourceful, a quick study, able to
work independently and have a strong desire to win! Proficiency with
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Donovan, Wide Orbit and One Domain is
required. Bachelor's degree from a four
year college or university in a related field preferred.
Send resume with salary requirements and non-returnable tape (if applicable) to:
Human Resources
WAGA-TV/FOX 5 Atlanta
1551 Briarcliff Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30306
Fax: 404-724-4426. E-Mail: hratlanta@foxtv.com
No phone calls please!
EOE M/F/D/V
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