WTIC/WCCT - TV POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION: Captioning Assistant Date: September 19, 2013 DEPARTMENT: Closed Captioning Center REPORTS TO: Closed Captioning Supervisor ROLE: Operate a real-time voice captioning system and associated technical equipment to perform real-time English caption of live programs. Full-time and part-time positions are non-exempt. Tribune Broadcasting’s Closed Captioning Center will be located in Hartford at CT1-Media – home of FOX CT (WTIC – TV), The CT (WCCT – TV), The Hartford Courant, The Hartford Advocate, The New Haven Advocate, Fairfield County Weekly’s and Valumail. RESPONSIBILITIES • Multi-task (hear audio, voice what was heard, proof-read developing captions - all simultaneously). • Utilize a keyboard by typing proper corrections and other words as necessary. • Maintain Closed Captioning Center quality standards for accuracy and speed. • Work specified on-call schedule, in addition to regular schedule. • Ability to sit, hear, talk, use hands and fingers. Specific vision abilities include close vision, depth perception and the ability to focus. • Must be punctual, dependable, flexible and possess a team attitude and willingness to adapt to last-minute changes to programming and industry that runs 24/7/365. • Other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS • High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor’s degree preferred) • Broadcast captioning experience desirable but not required • Must be at least 18 years of age • Knowledge of Caption Mic or Eclipse Captioning Software highly desirable • Excellent reading and grammar skills • Strong voicing skills/voice quality – ability to speak quickly with clear enunciation • Excellent spelling/vocabulary • Strong memory-recall ability • Ability to handle multiple tasks while focusing on a high amount of attention to detail • Calm/relaxed demeanor • Comfortable and familiar with computers and new technology • Ability to perform under pressure with changing priorities • Ability to work flexible shifts (AM, PM, Weekends) STATEMENT ABOUT OTHER DUTIES: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change, e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, work load, rush jobs, special projects, technological developments, etc. ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE: An organizational chart illustrating the reporting relationships of this position supplied upon request. EOE M/F/V/D TO APPLY, PLEASE FORWARD RESUME TO: Human Resources, WTIC/WCCT-TV Television, 285 Broad Street, Hartford, CT 06115 or E-mail to resumes@ctnow POSITION: Producer/ News Writer Date: September 19, 2013 DEPARTMENT: News REPORTS TO: Assistant News Director ROLE: Produce a creative, non-stop newscast using all the resources that the FOX CT’s full HD studios have to offer. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Produce creative newscast determining story selection and stacking • Write copy for one hour newscasts and assign copy to associate producers and anchors • Be well informed about current events; read newspapers, follow Twitter, Facebook and social media daily • Accurately time the newscast • Coordinate editing of stories and special projects • Print scripts • Select sound bites and video for use in news stories and on-line • Suggest and produce franchise reports and sweeps stories • Read newspapers, competitive websites and follow social media daily • Work with Anchors, Weather, and Sports teams • Other duties as assigned REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS: • Ability to write clear, compelling broadcast copy • Previous experience as a broadcast news producer • Ability to remain calm under deadline pressure • Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism required • Good attitude and team player REVENUE/BUDGETARY/STAFF RESPONSIBILITY: None ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE: An organizational chart illustrating the reporting relationships of this position supplied upon request EOE M/F/V/D TO APPLY, PLEASE FORWARD RESUME TO: Human Resources, WTIC/WCCT-TV Television, 285 Broad Street, Hartford, CT 06115 or E-mail to resumes@ctnow POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION: Photographer/Truck Operator Date: September 19, 2013 DEPARTMENT: News REPORTS TO: Director of Integrated Photography ROLE: Gather news stories on video. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Shoot and edit video for award winning newscasts including packages, Vo’s/VOSOTS and natural sound packages. • Additional focus on still frames and caption information for our websites and our media partner, The Hartford Courant. • Set up for live shots on very short notice. • Run an ENG live truck. Helpful if you can run SNG truck. • Drive and maintain news vehicles. • Suggest story ideas. • Read newspapers, competitive websites and follow social media daily. • Other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelors Degree preferred • At least two years TV news experience • Must have valid license and good driving record • Experience in shooting and editing stories on a daily deadline basis • Familiarity with Final Cut a plus • Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, have good attitude and be a team player • Must be able to carry 50 lbs. of equipment (camera, tripod, lighting and audio equipment) • Must be able to work under pressure REVENUE/BUDGETARY/STAFF RESPONSIBILITY: None ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE: An organizational chart illustrating the reporting relationships of this position supplied upon request EOE M/F/V/D TO APPLY, PLEASE FORWARD RESUME TO: Human Resources, WTIC/WCCT-TV Television, 285 Broad Street, Hartford, CT 06115 or E-mail to resumes@ctnow POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION: Meteorologist/Weather Producer Date: September 19, 2013 DEPARTMENT: News REPORTS TO: News Director ROLE: Analyze data, prepare weather graphics and present weathercast. Primary back-up to main weather anchors. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Present weathercast on FOX CT newscasts. • Prepare weather graphics for on-air, web and mobile use. • Write daily weather column for The Hartford Courant and multiple websites. • Deliver weather forecasts for radio partners, as needed. • Prepare and deliver weather and science-related stories. • Maintain weather computers. • Analyze weather data from Weather data provider, NWS and internet. • Originate and deliver accurate forecasts in a pleasant, easy to understand and passionate way. • Work with newscast producers on weather coverage. • Speak to various community groups and schools as a station representative. • Engage in social media – including Twitter, Facebook, etc. • Other duties as assigned. • Hours may include early am, evenings, and/or weekends. REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelors Degree in Meteorology • AMS and/or NWA Seal of Approval strongly preferred • Must be personable and accurate in weathercast presentation • Must be capable of writing easily understood newspaper weather column • Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, have good attitude and be a team player REVENUE/BUDGETARY/STAFF RESPONSIBILITY: None ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE: An organizational chart illustrating the reporting relationships of this position supplied upon request EOE M/F/V/D TO APPLY, PLEASE FORWARD RESUME TO: Human Resources, WTIC/WCCT-TV Television, 285 Broad Street, Hartford, CT 06115 or E-mail to resumes@ctnow POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION: Local Interactive Sales Manager Date: September 19, 2013 DEPARTMENT: Interactive Sales REPORTS TO: Digital Sales Director ROLE: Work with CT1 Media digital account executives (managed staff) and managers to empower local account executives with creative digital solutions; provide interactive marketing solutions to agencies and local direct clients and develop new business. RESPONSIBILITIES • Represent company’s digital platforms and services. • Support local Account Executives and Sales Management by providing turnkey digital marketing solutions to offer agency and local direct clients. • Coaching and managing a direct digital sales staff. • Responsible for managing the sales products of SaveNowCT, CT & Mobile (including Mobile, Web, Apps & SMS Text). • Execute the sales programs developed by CT1 Media management, as well as identify opportunities for improvement based on representative observations. • Draw upon industry experience to create new local programs which successfully achieve budget and teach pertinent skills to improve overall performance of broadcast sales account executives. • Other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS: • Strong communicator, coach and motivator • Excellent writing skills to create effective training presentations and sales aids • Excellent verbal communication skills to identify needs and follow-up via phone and in person • Self-starter able to solve problems, identify issues and develop solutions through initiative • Ability to coach sales reps through role playing in person or via conference calls or on ride-alongs • Proven experience with teaching others to create value and overcome objections • Excellent PowerPoint skills and demonstrated ability to create effective training presentations • Knowledge of local broadcast a plus; love of digital media a must! • 4+ years of broadcast and/or digital media sales experience, with a strong focus on creating value, closing techniques and overcoming objections REVENUE/BUDGETARY/STAFF RESPONSIBILITY: Manage staff of account executives ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE: An organizational chart illustrating the reporting relationships of this position supplied upon request EOE M/F/V/D TO APPLY, PLEASE FORWARD RESUME TO: Human Resources, WTIC/WCCT-TV Television, 285 Broad Street, Hartford, CT 06115 or E-mail to resumes@ctnow WTIC/WCCT – TV POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION: Multimedia Journalist Date: September 19, 2013 DEPARTMENT: News REPORTS TO: Assistant New Director ROLE: Responsible for reporting, shooting and editing video news stories and producing still content from video for use in print and on-line. Regularly conducts interviews both live and pre-taped, appears on camera and on-line via streaming video when applicable, writes own material, takes ownership of story from start to finish. RESPONSIBILITIES • Shoot, edit, write and produce news stories including vo’s vo/sot’s and packages • Capture and edit stills from video for newspaper and on-line use • Report news stories on camera; conduct interviews both live and pre-taped • Establish and maintain news contacts in the community • Must be able to carry 50 lbs. of equipment (camera, tripod, lighting and audio equipment) • Must be able to perform live shots on very short notice • Must be able to work under pressure • Drive and maintain company vehicles • Care and maintenance of company equipment • Suggest story ideas • Read newspapers, competitive websites and follow social media daily • Produce content for CT1 Media platforms • Attend community events • Position requires performance of other job-related duties as assigned REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelors Degree preferred • Two years news experience in broadcast or print • Must have valid driver’s license and good driving record • Experience in shooting and editing stories on a daily deadline basis • Familiarity with Final Cut Pro a plus • Must be able to produce compelling video and still products that tell a story • Effective writer in Broadcast, Print and On-line mediums • Able to appear live in a broadcast or on-line to deliver reports in a professional and effective manner • Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, have a good attitude and be a team player, all under deadline pressure • Must be flexible and willing to change and learn new skills • Must be able to work alone or as part of a team • Varied Schedule: Usually 8-hour workday, 5 days a week; may be required to work additional hours or days including nights, weekends and holidays REVENUE/BUDGETARY/STAFF RESPONSIBILITY None ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE: An organizational chart illustrating the reporting relationships of this position supplied upon request EOE M/F/V/D TO APPLY, PLEASE FORWARD RESUME TO: Human Resources, WTIC/WCCT-TV Television, 285 Broad Street, Hartford, CT 06115 or E-mail to resumes@ctnow WTIC/WCCT - TV POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION: New Business Development Account Executive DATE: September 19, 2013 DEPARTMENT: Sales REPORTS TO: Director, New Business Development ROLE: Generate revenue on the local sales level through the selling of commercial time to direct retailers, agency business, and regional accounts. Direct responsibility for developing, servicing and growing New Business Accounts. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Develop, service, and grow revenues from New Business Accounts. • Sell TV spot availabilities, programs and sponsorships directly to clients. • Utilize Qualitap and TV Scan materials for research presentations. • Develop business for FoxCT. • Coordinate activities with Director, New Business Development. • Conceive, develop, prepare and present sales and research materials to clients. • Originate and maintain sales contracts, sales records (late runs, makegoods, etc.) and correspondence with accounts. • Ensure orders are properly scheduled. • Follow up on credit applications, billing discrepancies and accounts receivable. • Obtain necessary commercial material and scheduling instructions; provide same to traffic department. • Develop new direct and vendor business. • Achieve and exceed individual revenue plan for New Business, Sales Promotions, and FoxCT. • Position requires performance of other job-related duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS: • College degree preferred • Electronic media sales experience preferred • Direct sales skills • Negotiation and presentation skills • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Strong communications skills, in person and phone • Team player • Goal oriented self-motivator • Must have valid drivers license and own transportation • Proficient with basic computer skills. (Microsoft Word and Excel) REVENUE/BUDGETARY/STAFF RESPONSIBILITY: • Responsible for a portion of the established Local Sales Department’s budget. • Responsible to maximize revenue generation from the assigned account list EOE M/F/V/D TO APPLY, PLEASE FORWARD RESUME TO: Human Resources, WTIC/WCCT-TV Television, 285 Broad Street, Hartford, CT 06115 or E-mail to resumes@ctnow WTIC/WCCT - TV JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: Broadcast Maintenance Engineer DATE: September 19, 2013 DEPARTMENT: Engineering REPORTS TO: Director of Broadcast Engineering ROLE: Acts as a Broadcast Maintenance Engineer for WTIC/WCCT – TV in Hartford, CT. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Ensure that the News studio and Television station are operating at peak efficiency at all times, all redundant systems are operational and both stations are on the air 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. • Monitor and repair, switchers, routers, monitors, satellite receivers, cameras, disk-based broadcast equipment, computer operated broadcast equipment and other electronic equipment. Perform routine diagnostics on equipment so that it remains in peak performance. • Repair and align field and studio cameras. Understand the Operation of all news studio equipment and be ready to step in and assist studio personal as required. • Ensure that parts are requested so that equipment repairs are made as soon as possible. • Notify Managers, Engineering staff, and Director of Broadcast Engineering of any maintenance problems that may affect the operation of the technical plant. • Install new equipment, run and terminate cables, and document the installation using a wire-list database and CAD type programs. • Answer questions by staff about the correct operation of all broadcast equipment located within the technical plant. • Ability to think forward, working outside of the standardized broadcast model finding and creating cost effective solutions to challenges as they arise. • Provide PC and MAC Desktop support, provide basic TCP/IP and INTERNET support. • Other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS: • AS ET or certificate from an electronics technical school preferred • FCC license or SBE certification desired • Ability to program in PHP, Perl, JavaScript using and understanding of MySQL preferred • Work with WAMP and LAMP Technology • Linux experience and understanding preferred • 2-5 years of studio broadcast TV electronic repair experience • Ability to troubleshoot electronic problems to component level • Experience with RF transmission systems preferred • Knowledge of computer information systems preferred REVENUE/BUDGETARY/STAFF RESPONSIBILITY: None ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE: An organizational chart illustrating the reporting relationships of this position supplied upon request EOE M/F/V/D TO APPLY, PLEASE FORWARD RESUME TO: Human Resources, WTIC/WCCT-TV Television, 285 Broad Street, Hartford, CT 06115 or E-mail to resumes@ctnow POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION: Anchor/Reporter Date: September 19, 2013 DEPARTMENT: News REPORTS TO: News Director ROLE: Anchors newscasts to convey information and stories to the public. Responsible for reporting when not anchoring. Occasionally responsible for shooting and editing video news stories and producing content from video for use in print and on-line. Regularly conducts interviews both live and pre-taped; appears on camera and on-line via streaming video when applicable, writes own material, takes ownership of story from start to finish. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Anchor regularly scheduled newscasts. Fill-in anchoring as directed. • Act as newsroom leader. • Write, edit, produce daily news stories including vo’s, vo/sot’s and packages that will air in our daily newscasts. • Generate and setup news stories daily – evaluate news leads and tips to develop story ideas. Suggest daily news stories. • Establish and maintain news contacts in the community. • Report “live” spot news stories. • Report on-set, in newsroom or in the field. • Enterprise special reports. • Supervise the editing of news packages. • Engage in community with public appearances. • Uses various social media platforms to provide updates and news stories to the public. • Actively engage in all social media platforms • Other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS: • B.A. or B.S. Degree • TV reporting and anchoring experience • Good attitude and team player • Strong on-air presentation – • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Attention to detail • Must be able to accept constructive direction and criticism designed to enhance individual’s performance • Can perform duties and make decisions under extreme pressure • Required to cover news stories from the field REVENUE/BUDGETARY/STAFF RESPONSIBILITY: None ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE: An organizational chart illustrating the reporting relationships of this position supplied upon request EOE M/F/V/D TO APPLY, PLEASE FORWARD RESUME TO: Human Resources, WTIC/WCCT-TV Television, 285 Broad Street, Hartford, CT 06115 or E-mail to resumes@ctnow
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