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*Updated 5/14/08*

5/13/08- ASSOCIATE PRODUCER/ASSIGNMENT EDITOR – Salt Lake City, UT-Responsible for writing and taking feeds for producers. Also responsible for writing our post news stories/content on abc4.com. Must be able to write clearly, quickly and work under pressure. Includes weekend assignment desk work. At least one year news associate producing or assignment desk experience preferred. Must be an excellent writer, organized, flexible and willing to work various shifts.

5/13/08- Traffic Anchor (Part-Time)- Salt Lake City, UT: Duties include gathering traffic incidents, entering data into traffic software, and anchoring reports on multiple radio stations.

5/13/08- OVERNIGHT ASSIGNMENT EDITOR- Seattle, WA:This individual will be responsible for overnight news coverage, especially breaking news. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: monitoring scanners, answering newsroom phones, making calls to police and fire depts., dispatching reporters and photographers, assisting producers and writers. The overnight assignment editor is required to write and post breaking news stories to the newsroom website. The overnight editor must work well with other managers in achieving newsroom goals. Qualified applicants must demonstrate leadership. Other requirements are the ability to multi-task, strong computer skills, good news judgment, and ability to clearly communicate. Experience on major market assignment desk and some college is preferred. A knowledge of the Puget Sound region’s geography, politics and history is a definite plus.

5/13/08- WEATHER ANCHOR/REPORTER- Seattle, WA: This is the primary Weekend Weather position with regular weekday weather fill-in for both morning and night shifts. Reporting and/or producing during the week is also probable. Candidate must follow the KIRO weather format and action plans as developed by the News Director, Executive Producers and Chief Meteorologist. The ability not only to forecast in a difficult weather market, but also the ability to communicate that forecast in a way the viewers will understand is a must.

5/13/08- PART TIME WEB PRODUCER- Seattle, WA This individual will produce news, sports and entertainment content for kirotv.com. Will be responsible for writing and editing stories, producing images and video for the website. Will assist in the creation of special on-line sections, revenue generating content and e-mail newsletters. Must have excellent communication and writing skills, accurate data entry skills and HTML knowledge. Must be able to work in a lively newsroom atmosphere. Position requires 1-2 years website experience, 1-2 years television experience. Associate Degree preferred.

5/13/08- PROMOTION MANAGER- Seattle, WA: Looking for a solution oriented professional to execute the daily activities of Creative Services with an emphasis on news. Great people skills and organizational skills. Ability to write, produce and edit promotion as needed plus oversee staff execution of objectives. If this is you, then join an award winning creative team. This position reports to the Creative Services Director.

5/13/08- EXECUTIVE PRODUCER- Seattle, WA: Looking for an experienced news manager to lead our dayside news team to an even higher level of success. Must have good leadership and people skills. Must have good news judgment, strong producing skills, and know how to execute branding within a newscast. Must have experience working with veteran staff. Must be able to oversee a fast-paced newscast with emphasis on active live shots, breaking news, and high local story count. Must work closely with News Director, other daypart Executive Producers, and must also have an eye for maximizing unique web content. Must be able to work with daily topical producers as well.

5/13/08- SPECIAL PROJECTS PRODUCER- Seattle, WA: Looking for someone who can play a role in all aspects of the unit, from researching stories, to writing them, both daily turns and in-depth stories. Superior writing skills are a must for this position with 2-5 years experience writing and producing in-depth stories required, and previous newscast experience preferred. In addition, strong editorial skills are needed to participate in the planning of special segments and stories. You must be able to produce a hard-hitting news story that has impact from start to finish. Bachelors degree required.

5/13/08- NEWS PHOTOGRAPHER– Full Time- Winter Park, FL Immediate opening for a talented and passionate news photographer. The best candidate will bring at least 4 years of daily news gathering expertise, a tape that shows a mastery of the fundamentals while showcasing creative storytelling techniques, and a clear commitment to doing important local news. You must have proven experience in the safe, efficient operation of ENG trucks. Experience with DSNG operation is preferred.

2/14/08- Assignment Editor/Part-Time- Seattle, WA Seeking a dynamic Part-Time Assignment Editor to help lead our weekend team. The ideal candidate must be able to manage crews efficiently, be on top of breaking news, and enterprise “A block” stories. You must be able to take the lead in facilitating news gathering efforts for our online and on air content, coordinate interviews and logistics for field crews, research stories and multi-task between short and long term projects. Candidates must exhibit solid news judgment and exceptional organizational skills. Experience on an assignment desk is preferred and candidates must hold a degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field.

2/14/08- PHOTOJOURNALIST- Seattle, WA: Looking for an experienced photojournalist who excels at story telling through outstanding visuals and audio, able to provide strong live coverage, pays close attention to detail, and has strong understanding of story focus. Must have 3-5 years experience as a major market photojournalist, college degree or equivalent experience, an excellent driving record, and the ability to work outside in variable weather conditions, as well as familiarity with P2 Panasonic cameras, Avid computer based edit systems, and use of ENG Microwave equipment.

2/14/08- PART-TIME WEB PRODUCER- Seattle, WA: This individual will produce news, sports and entertainment content for kirotv.com. Will be responsible for writing and editing stories, producing images and video for the website. Will assist in the creation of special on-line sections, revenue generating content and e-mail newsletters. Must have excellent communication and writing skills, accurate data entry skills and HTML knowledge. Must be able to work in a lively newsroom atmosphere. Position requires 1-2 years website and 1-2 years television experience. Associate Degree preferred.

2/14/08- EXECUTIVE PRODUCER- Seattle, WA:Looking for an experienced news manager to lead our dayside news team to an even higher level of success. Must have good leadership and people skills. Must have good news judgment, strong producing skills, and know how to execute branding within a newscast. Must have experience working with veteran staff. Must be able to oversee a fast-paced newscast with emphasis on active live shots, breaking news, and high local story count. Must work closely with News Director, other daypart Executive Producers, and must also have an eye for maximizing unique web content. Must be able to work with daily topical producers as well.

2/14/08- SPECIAL PROJECTS PRODUCER- Seattle, WA: Consumer/Investigative unit is looking for someone who can play a role in all aspects of the unit, from researching stories, to writing them, both daily turns and in-depth stories. Superior writing skills are a must for this position with 2-5 years experience writing and producing in-depth stories required, and previous newscast experience preferred. In addition, strong editorial skills are needed to participate in the planning of special segments and stories. You must be able to produce a hard-hitting news story that has impact from start to finish. Bachelors degree required.

2/14/08- PRODUCER- Seattle, WA: Immediate opening for a creative, dynamic producer to join our news staff. This person must be able to take charge of a newscast, make strong news decisions and be able to coordinate many live shots and handle breaking news like a pro. This producer must be flexible and be able to write strong copy for TV and the web if necessary, coordinate with reporters and produce a newscast that is showcased. Qualified applicant should have a degree in broadcasting or related field and experience producing local television news.

2/14/08- NORTH SOUND BUREAU REPORTER- Seattle, WA: Seeking an experienced, enterprising and energetic hard-news reporter. This seasoned journalist will join a newsroom that emphasizes breaking news, investigative reporting and severe weather coverage. We’re looking for a reporter who has ideas, digs for extra information, writes well, loves “live” and expects to win. Previous reporting experience required. If you’re ready to work really hard and make your mark with a news department that’s growing, send tape and resume.

2/14/08-MANAGING EDITOR- Seattle, WA: Looking for a dynamic newsroom leader to take over the position of Managing Editor in one of the best news markets in the country. The ME oversees editorial content and execution on a daily basis. Also, the ME will work directly with reporters, crafting their stories on a daily basis. The Managing Editor must be web savvy, knowing that breaking a story online is as important as on TV. The best candidates will be veteran news leaders who know how to manage a veteran staff, who understand the critical nature of covering breaking news, and who have experience in an enterprise reporting newsroom. Please send a resume and references to the attention of News Director.

2/14/08- Video Tape Editor- Atlanta, GA: Seeking an experienced Video Tape Editor. The ideal candidate will be responsible for editing video tape for regularly scheduled news casts and some special projects. Should possess good storytelling and communication skills, and a good sense of timing and pace. Must have good organizational skills and attention to detail. A minimum of three years editing in a television news operation is required. A maximum of one year of experience in a production house environment may be substituted for one year of television news editing experience. A four year degree in Broadcasting or Journalism preferred. Knowledge of current state of the art editing equipment; Avid Newscutter preferred. Experience on Sony Beta Decks, DVC pro Laptop, Avid and working knowledge of analog and digital editing.

2/14/08- PART-TIME PRODUCTION ASSISTANT- San Antonio, TX: Operate studio cameras; perform functions of floor manager; light sets and change fixtures and lamps; operate teleprompter; rip scripts; assist in live remote productions and electronic field production/editing; edit promos on weekends and holidays; shoot/edit news video when needed; perform pre-production duties for newscast when needed; set up and strike sets; build, repair, and paint props; maintain good general appearance in the studio and prop room area. Perform all other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and management as required. Know good picture composition and have some "hands on" knowledge of basic production techniques. Type 30wpm. High School degree (or equivalency) required. Some college preferred with degree plan geared to "Communications" or "Radio-Television-Film".

2/14/08- REPORTER- San Antonio, TX: You are the right person for this job if you can go beyond dull, predictable TV writing and reporting. We're looking for innovative thinkers who dig for their stories and are not satisfied with what the flacks hand out. You must have a polished on-air presence and the ability to handle non-stop breaking news live. You will work very hard, have fun, advance your career and run with great people who treat you with respect. If you're in the top 5% of reporters working today, we need to talk to you about what may be the best job you ever have.

2/14/08- AM CAMERA / PROMPTER OPERATOR (Part Time) Salt Lake City, UT: Operate Studio Camera and Teleprompter for Good Morning Utah, as well as other live and taped shows as assigned. Must be able to work well in a high pressure environment. Perform studio maintenance, i.e. lighting, work with audio and video equipment, set cleaning and other duties as needed and assigned. Some heavy lifting may also be required. Minimum 2 years Television Studio experience preferred. Must be dependable and have credible references. Willingness to work extra hours and some holidays as needed.

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