Job Openings At WJXT-TV4

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE: Are you are looking for a career with real growth potential and great benefits? Jacksonville’s Media Powerhouse combination, WJXT TV and News4Jax.com, is looking for experienced sales professionals to join our winning team. All candidates must possess excellent presentation skills (both written and oral) and a basic knowledge of advertising and marketing. We are seeking business professionals with the ability to self motivate and adapt to today’s changing technological climate. All applicants must be extremely proficient in Microsoft Office Products and have reliable transportation. Experience with television and/or internet advertising sales is a plus, but not a necessity. Knowledge of the local Jacksonville market is ideal. A college degree in Marketing, Advertising or related field preferred. Send resume to: Tracy Smith, New Business Development Manager, WJXT-TV, 4 Broadcast Place, Jacksonville, Fl 32207. Email: tsmith@wjxt.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

DIRECTOR-FULL AND PART-TIME POSITIONS: The number 1 station in the Jacksonville, Fla., market that produces over eight hours of news a day seeks motivated TV professionals to direct live news, special events, webcasts, and sports programming. Since our successful launch of HD automation in February 2009, WJXT has delivered a high quality, consistent news product.

The ideal director candidate will thrive during breaking news and contributes to a positive work environment. Experienced director with Grass Valley Ignite or control room automation preferred. Must be able to work flexible hours.

Send Resume and a sample of your work to: Nancy Tillman/Production Manager, WJXT-TV, 4 Broadcast Place, Jacksonville, FL 32207. Email: ntillman@wjxt.com

NOTE: All of the essential functions of this position are not necessarily described in this posting. WJXT is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, matriculation or political affiliation. Any offer of employment is conditional on successful completion of a pre-employment physical exam and drug screen, investigative background check, employment/education verifications and reference checks.

MULTI-MEDIA JOURNALIST:  WJXT-TV, a Post-Newsweek Station, is looking for a Multi-Media Journalist to turn stories for TV and web. You will be responsible for generating stories and setting up interviews. You will also shoot and edit. We need someone who can handle breaking news and turn content quickly. You must be a strong storyteller with the ability to produce engaging live shots, stand-ups and teases. You will also provide content to social media platforms.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: We are looking for someone who has experience with P2 cameras and nonlinear editing. Prefer college degree in journalism or communications and two years TV news reporting or photography experience. Must agree to flexible work schedule.

Send resume and newscast link to: kbonfield@wjxt.com. Or send resume and DVD to: Kathryn Bonfield/News Director, 4 Broadcast Place, Jacksonville, Florida 32207. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

NIGHTSIDE EXECUTIVE NEWS PRODUCER:  WJXT-TV, a Post-Newsweek Station, is looking for a nightside Executive Producer. We need someone who can manage anchors, producers, reporters, photographers and editors. You will also help oversee web and social media content. In addition, you will be involved in event planning and schedules. We are looking for a strong writer who is also creative and understands good storytelling.

Prior EP experience is a plus, but this is also a good move for an excellent line-producer with at least five years of experience. You will be on the weekend on-call manager rotation. Expect to work long hours, weekends and holidays as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Prefer college degree in journalism or communications.

Send resume and link to: kbonfield@wjxt.com. Or send resume and DVD to: Kathryn Bonfield/News Director, 4 Broadcast Place, Jacksonville, Florida 32207. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

TELEVISION NEWS PRODUCER:  WJXT-TV, a Post-Newsweek Station, is looking for a newscast producer. We need a journalist who can put together engaging newscasts that incorporate all the bells and whistles. You must be a strong writer who is creative and understands good storytelling. You will work closely with anchors, reporters, photographers, editors, and the assignment desk. You will also be responsible for web and social media content.

This is a producer-driven newsroom and an excellent move for someone looking for that next producing position. Expect to work long hours, weekends and holidays as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: At least two years TV newscast producing experience. Prefer college degree in journalism or communications.

Send resume and newscast link to: kbonfield@wjxt.com. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

SOCIAL MEDIA PRODUCER:  WJXT-TV, a Post-Newsweek Station, is looking for a Social Media producer who will also produce newscasts. We need someone who can build a unique social media experience on Facebook, Google+, Twitter, Flickr and other social media platforms.

In this role, you will develop best practices policies while working with our Social Media Task Force. You will be responsible for evaluating existing social media efforts and training other station employees and departments on social media. You will produce behind-the-scenes projects and fan drive initiatives for social media.

The Social Media producer will also help produce newscasts. You must be able to manage anchors, reporters, photographers and editors. We are looking for a strong writer who is also creative and understands good storytelling.  Prior line-producing experience not required but preferred.

Send resume and link to: kbonfield@wjxt.com. Or send resume and DVD to: Kathryn Bonfield/News Director, 4 Broadcast Place, Jacksonville, Florida 32207. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

TECHNICIAN/OPERATING TECHNICIAN:  Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, running on-air master control, setting up program and commercial recordings through video servers, checking the technical quality and preparing those recordings for broadcast, as well as, coordinate and tune in multiple satellite and microwave feeds. This position requires a comprehensive understanding of a broadcast environment and a mid-level understanding of a non-linear video workflow.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: The candidate must have excellent learning skills and be able to handle multiple tasks in stressful situations. An in-depth understanding of a PC based computer network is required. Excellent record keeping and attention to details is a must. This position will be required to work various shifts including nights and/or weekends.

Send Resume to: James Lowery/Chief Engineer, WJXT-TV, 4 Broadcast Place, Jacksonville, Florida 32207. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

WJXT is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, matriculation or political affiliation. Any offer of employment is conditional on successful completion of a pre-employment physical exam and drug screen, investigative background check, employment/education verifications and reference checks.