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WJXT/Graham Media Group, Inc. in Jacksonville, Florida is looking for a part-time Associate Producer. We are looking for future producers and this is the perfect position to learn the ropes. You will produce for the web and social media. In addition, you will assist producers in all aspects of producing a newscast. Responsibilities include writing stories and teases, editing, graphics, research, and monitoring news feeds. You will be assigned other duties as needed, such as filling in on the assignment desk.

If you can help create topical and editorial content for social, digital and broadcast media in a fast-paced environment, this internship could be for you. We need an idea-driven, self-motivated designer to help communicate stories through visual design.

Graham Media Group Jacksonville is seeking a highly motivated, adaptable and strategic Account Executive to join our sales and business development team.

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Are you a Chief Meteorologist at a station where things aren’t done the way they used to be? Would you love to trade all the hassles and headaches of being a Chief to come work in a newsroom that still is concerned about helping the viewer plan their days around weather? Do you want to help a dominant number one station be the best they can be every day and continue to innovate on all digital, TV, and OTT platforms? And did we mention the job is in the great state of Florida?

WJXT-TV is looking for a Morning Executive Producer who is aggressive, competitive, and wants to win every newscast. We are the number one station in Jacksonville, producing 10 hours of news Monday – Friday, 5.5 hours of news on Saturday, and 3.5 hours of news on Sunday. We need someone who can showcase stories, has good story ideas, knows how to leverage web and social media to help drive ratings, and gets the importance of engaging storytelling, standups and live shots. You will also help manage anchors, producers, reporters, photographers and editors. In addition, you will be involved in daily planning and sweeps projects.

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Floor Director is a vital role of the production team and serves an important link between the booth and the studio for the news broadcasts and specials shots in our studios.

WJXT-TV in Jacksonville, Florida is looking for a web producer to work nights and weekends. We need a journalist who writes well under deadline pressure and can manage multiple platforms at the same time. You will help with audience engagement by working on newsletters, enterprise reporting and sweeps projects. Web producers at <a href="http://news4jax.com/" target="_blank">News4JAX.com</a> must keep up with local news on TV, web, and social media. We want a good copy editor who emphasizes accuracy, spelling, graphics and use of video in all content. This position requires working well with managers, producers, anchors, reporters and photographers.

WJXT Channel 4 The Local Station, WCWJ 17 and News4Jax.com offer a variety of opportunities to reach our audience, including ad placements, section sponsorships and integrated cross-media campaigns.

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WJXT-TV in Jacksonville, Florida is looking for a Monday–Friday morning assignment editor who will also have a backup role covering traffic reports on-air. The morning AE helps with web and social media content and works with executive producers on content and projects. When <i>The Morning Show</i> is over, you are assigned general assignment reporting duties as needed. Must be able to generate story ideas, set up interviews, shoot and edit. We need someone with strong organizational/planning skills and a strong on-air presence. Must be a leader who is a critical thinker, thrives in a fast-paced competitive environment, can solve problems and understands the importance of teamwork.

<a href="http://news4jax.com/" target="_blank">News4Jax.com</a> is looking for an Audience Development Director with strong digital marketing skills and entrepreneurial mindset to join our management team. This position will coordinate, supervise and maintain our News4Jax membership program and assist in developing initiatives designed to increase and grow highly engaged users (HEUs). We want someone who understands what it takes to create highly successful and impactful digital messaging statements across all platforms and optimize them for our brand. The ideal candidate oversees projects from start to finish and must be able to work both independently and with a team. This is a leadership position in the newsroom. You will be part of the on-call rotation and report to the News Director.

WJXT internships are available in a number of departments including news, sales, promotion, graphics, engineering, research and others.

WJXT-TV in Jacksonville, Florida has an opening for a highly motivated and creative news video editor. News4JAX needs a strong leader who thrives in a fast-paced competitive environment. You must be a problem solver who understands the importance of communication and teamwork. Our ideal candidate has an excellent eye for video and is passionate about storytelling with great pictures and sound.

WJXT-TV in Jacksonville, FL is looking for a Digital Director to oversee <a href="http://news4jax.com/" target="_blank">News4Jax.com</a>, the market’s number one website and most trusted source for local news. In this leadership position, you will also supervise the web/social media teams. The Digital Director reports to the News Director.

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WJXT-TV, a Graham Media Group Station, is looking for a newscast producer.

It’s Earth Day, and News4Jax is going GREEN -- literally -- in honor of the day. Our studio lighting will turn our sets green today to remind all of us how we can make Earth Day, every day.

Graham Media Group in Jacksonville, Florida is looking for a News Planner/Producer to help develop and produce enterprise segments, set up interviews, plan content, build a diverse list of contacts, and produce newscasts when needed.Experience:You will also contribute daily to the web and social media platforms. Excellent news judgment, storytelling, and research skills required. We are looking for a self-starter with good time management skills. You will also lead planning meetings. This full-time position includes working weekends and holidays as needed. Must be available when breaking news happens and be willingly to work flexible hours. There will be other duties assigned based on the needs of the newsroom.Requirements:Qualifications: Minimum two years of experience in a TV newsroom. College degree in journalism or communications preferred

WJXT-TV in Jacksonville, Florida is looking for a Weekend Anchor/Reporter to help lead a strong newsroom in a fast-paced competitive environment. You will be responsible for anchoring weekend morning newscasts and general assignment reporting. Journalists at WJXT-TV contribute daily to the station’s website and social media platforms. In addition to complying with the requirements of federal law, WJXT/WCWJ will comply with applicable state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination. Any offer of employment is conditional on successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, investigative background check, employment/education verifications and reference checksAdContact:No phone calls.

As part of our Positively Jax March Gladness bracket challenge, we promised the first 50 users to complete their brackets would win complimentary family passes to the Jacksonville Museum of Science and History. Below is a list of the winners:Aaliyah MackAlma BrumleyJerry FeketeDiana DanaMichael MurdonoRobin RocchioJune HutchinsonRobin MurdonoTaily PerezMichele DavisJim ParsonsCody ParsonsRebecca RamscarTom PrinceDiane SingerAngela TekinColleen RocchioKim PigottJulie PierceLinda McLelandJane DanielJayne EarleKristen LeeLara ReissChad LeeWende GrantKristy TetensCody ElySebastian CastelliKaren HardinPaula HarrisDonna GrahamAndrea ChandlerEileen SmythStephanie FearEdna OteroErika CostleyShaundolin AllenTrina CurryDenise WinterPhyllis BriggsTchviece StuckeyAngela GilboyLisa DuncanSean WalkerMelissa RosarioBrenda HudsonJason BagnallEvans SevieuxCarolyn Jacobs

Details:WJXT, The Local Station in Jacksonville, FL, is looking for an experienced Reporter/MMJ to work weekends. Must be able to handle breaking news and turn daily content quickly. Plan to turn several stories a day--- including content for web and social media. Requirements:Must be flexible with work schedule which includes working different shifts including nights, holidays and on-call as needed. In addition to complying with the requirements of federal law, WJXT/WCWJ will comply with applicable state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination.

Over the years, we’ve had the pleasure of sharing some truly inspiring stories through Positively Jax, which highlights the people who make a difference in our community. Introducing March Gladness: an interactive bracket challenge we put together to find out which Positively Jax story mattered most to you. POSITIVELY JAX: Join the movement on PositivelyJax.comOnly two stories remain as we enter the championship round of this Positively Jax bracket challenge: a 10-year-old boy who channeled his love of sewing into a good cause and a wildly successful book drive for a local elementary school. (⬇️ To learn more about the featured stories, scroll down past the bracket)Vote in our ‘March Gladness’ bracket (Don’t see it? Click here)Learn more about these storiesShare your Random Jax of KindnessHave you done or witnessed a good deed lately?

WJXT/Graham Media Group, Inc. in Jacksonville, Florida is looking for a full-time Associate Producer. Details: We are looking for future producers and this is the perfect position to learn the ropes. We are only interested in candidates who want to become a future newscast producer. Additional Information: Graham Media Group (GMG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background check and pre-employment drug screen.

Details: Graham Media Group, Jacksonville (WJXT, WCWJ, Bounce-TV and OMNE Digital Solutions) is seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic and results-oriented account executive to join our team. This person should possess outstanding sales experience, honed customer service skill and a passion for technology, new systems and innovative business solutions in a variety of settings and inceptions. We value executives who are passionate about growing our existing accounts while proactively pursuing new accounts. The ideal fit will be innovative enough to suggest tailored solutions to common account problems. Dedication to growing the business and facilitation smooth connections between our clients and internal stakeholders is a must.

Train #9502 was running express from Downer’s Grove and not scheduled to stop at the La Grange station, Metra said Tuesday. As of 8:25 a.m., service that runs through the station remained halted.

Channel 17 signed on February 19, 1966, as WJKS, Jacksonville’s first full-time ABC affiliate. It confidently declared it was ready to “create our own shock wave of interest,” serving a market that had been without a full-time ABC station long enough. In 1980, Channel 17 picked up NBC, then in 1982, Media General purchased the station from Ziff Davis. During this period, Media General invested in the station as never before and NewsWatch improved to a solid No. Allbritton had recently purchased a station in Brunswick, and would later purchase a license and build another Jacksonville station from the ground up.

The Assistant Director of Broadcast Technology will be a leadership position in the Engineering department, under the Director of Broadcast Technology, who will assist in the decision-making and implementation of department goals and initiatives, and who will directly manage a diverse staff of IT and engineering specialists and technicians. The overall responsibilities will include management of IT operations, broadcast maintenance and broadcast operations, and assisting in strategic planning within the Engineering department. AdRESPONSIBILITIESThis position reports to the Director of Broadcast Technology to assist in coordination and implementation of strategic technology and operations initiatives for both broadcast television and digital platforms. The Assistant Director of Broadcast Technology will supervise and manage the IT and engineering technical teams within the Engineering department and assist with all aspects of the broadcast station and its multi-platform content distribution. The Assistant Director of Broadcast Technology assists with preparing the fiscal operating budget for the department, including capital budget.

Details:WJXT, The Local Station in Jacksonville, FL, is looking for an experienced and self-driven Investigative Reporter with a passion for public records, data, and exposing wrongdoing. We want a high-energy professional who will contribute investigative content on a big local or national story daily while also working on in-depth long-form storytelling. You will work with an investigative producer and photographer to help visualize your story to have maximum impact on-air and online. Requirements:Prior investigative experience needed. Any offer of employment is conditional on successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, investigative background check, employment/education verifications and reference checks.

The year Freddie Rhodes started at Channel 4, a gallon of gas cost 40 cents, the microprocessor was first invented and Disney World opened in Orlando. A 53-year broadcast radio veteran, Freddie -- who is legendary for his baritone voice and size 17 shoes -- clearly has no problems committing. News4Jax celebrated with Freddie five years ago for his 45th anniversary, so we knew we had to come back even bigger this year. It’s your old friend, George.”Mayor Lenny Curry even recognized Freddie’s long term of exceptional service with News4Jax and declared Jan. 15, 2021, as Freddie Rhodes Day in Jacksonville! “I want to take this time to congratulate my man, Freddie Rhodes, you know you’re one of my favorites.

There are no pending applications subject to this posting requirement. If you need help with WJXT’s or WCWJ's FCC public inspection file, call (904) 393-9801.

Graham Media Group stations WJXT and WCWJ, in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a technically sophisticated manager with a history of innovative design, leadership, construction and implementation of industry leading Broadcast and IT Technologies and practices to serve as Director of Broadcast Technology. The Director of Broadcast Technology will be an active hands-on manager of a staff of diverse Broadcast Engineers and IT Professionals. The overall responsibilities will include advance IT operations, new digital technology, broadcast maintenance, broadcast operations, and assisting in strategic planning of the station’s Broadcast Engineering & Operations, IT and Digital groups. The Director of Technology will supervise and manage all aspects of the Broadcast station and its multi-platform content distribution. The Director of Technology supervises a team of Broadcast Engineers and IT professionals, ensuring that the department effectively and proactively services the stations’ news, local programming, and digital operations.

WJXT, Graham Media Group, located in Jacksonville is looking for a Part Time Newscast Editor who is proficient in non-linear editing systems including EDIUS. You will help edit newscast stories, reporter packages, web video and other projects as needed. Requirements:We will train you on how to take in satellite/microwave feeds and how to post video to the web and other social media platforms. You will also be trained to write stories for newscasts, the web and social media. Additional Information:Graham Media Group (GMG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

WJXT-TV in Jacksonville, Florida is looking for an aggressive photojournalist to join the award winning News4JAX team. You must be a problem solver who understands the importance of storytelling and teamwork. Looking for an innovative storyteller who understands and can help execute digital coverage on all platforms. In addition to complying with the requirements of federal law, WJXT/WCWJ will comply with applicable state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination. Any offer of employment is conditional on successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, investigative background check, employment/education verifications and reference checks.

WJXT/Graham Media Group, Inc. in Jacksonville, Florida is looking for a part-time Associate Producer. Details: We are looking for future producers and this is the perfect position to learn the ropes. We are only interested in candidates who want to become a future newscast producer. Additional Information: Graham Media Group (GMG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background check and pre-employment drug screen.

What questions do you have ahead of November's election? Published: September 29, 2020, 7:44 pmAt News4Jax, we want to make sure you're informed about voting and the issues before casting your ballot. Submit your questions in the Vote 2020 section of News4Jax.com.

Graham Media Group is searching for a Digital Sales Manager (DSM) who will reinvent our business by being big, bold and thinking outside the traditional way of doing business. The DSM will support the digital sales plan and develop strong partnerships with sales leadership and provide input regarding market conditions, competition, and effectiveness of the digital sales plan. Establish and lead consistent, ongoing, productive communication relating to interactive sales and operations among station AEs and sales management. Provide on-site interactive sales training, perform and assist on sales calls when warranted and establish ongoing interactive sales consulting. QUALIFICATIONS:Candidate should have extensive experience in digital sales, product knowledge, and local market analytics, preferably TV sales and management.

Details:WJXT is looking for a weekend mobile journalist to work nightside and weekends. Must be able to handle breaking news and turn daily content quickly. Plan to turn several stories a day--including content for web and social media. In addition to complying with the requirements of federal law, GMG will comply with applicable state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background check and pre-employment drug screen.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. The Jacksonville Image Awards, a one-of-a-kind community recognition program to recognize outstanding achievements in the African American community will return for 2021, although the show might look different. CW17 will partner with the Cochran Firm for the second year in a row to host the February awards show, which is modeled after the official Trumpet Awards and hosted by News4Jax anchors Tarik Minor and Melanie Lawson. I could not be prouder to announce the second annual Jacksonville Image Awards program. Due to the pandemic, the Image Awards could be held virtually in 2021. Like the Trumpet Awards, the Jacksonville Image Awards were created to herald the accomplishments of black humanitarians who have succeeded against immense odds.

News4JAX at 5 a.m. is #1 in the time period with 7,000 A25-54 viewers. At 5:30 am, News4JAX won with 10,000 A25-54 viewers, more than double the nearest competitor. News4JAX at 4 p.m. had 8,000 A25-54 viewers beating Action News Jax at 4 p.m., Dr. Phil, Judge Judy and Ellen. News4JAX at 5 p.m. is most-watched in the time period with 13,000 A25-54 viewers. News4JAX at 6 p.m. anchored by Mary Baer, Tom Wills and John Gaughan is #1 with 17,000 A25-54 viewers and a 12 share.

1 local source for news, weather, sports and local events on desktops and mobile devices, but the digital team at WJXT also has a suite of apps for your Apple or Android smartphone or tablet. Search WJXT in the app store or download now: iPhone | AndroidWeather, hurricanes and your photos/videoDownload our user-friendly Weather Authority app from WJXT to your smartphone and never be without the latest weather information. Our main weather app has everything you need to prepare for and track Jacksonville weather, get severe weather alerts, detailed local forecasts and interactive radar automatically centered where you are. Share photos or video with our weather team with SnapJax, a photo-sharing site within our weather app. All the latest news, weather, sports and traffic information on our responsive website designed to display on any size screen.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The new year kicked off with The Local Station as the most-watched local news and more than 13 million pageviews on News4Jax.com. Morning news leads the way with 13,132 households (HH) watching News4JAX at 4:30 a.m. for a 10 share. News4JAX at 4 p.m. beat Ellen, Dr. Phil and Judge Judy for the #1 spot with 22,846 HHs watching. In evening news, News4JAX at 5 p.m. is the most-watched local news in the time period with 36,7119 HHs. 1 at 10 p.m. and had 32,455 HHs watching and at 10:30 p.m. 25,760 HHs tuned in.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – If you’re still watching Channel 4, 17 and other local television the old-fashioned way -- using an antenna -- you’re not alone. In the 15-county Jacksonville TV market, nearly 24% of viewers watch local programming using an antenna -- and that percentage is growing. Select the channel scan option, channel tuning option or auto search, depending on the option offered by your TV manufacturer. AdThen you’ll be all set to watch your favorite local channels and you might discover a few new ones as well. If you rescan and your TV is still missing Channel 4, Channel 17 or both, try adjusting your antenna and try one more time.

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To access the online public inspection files: WJXT-TV | WCWJ-TVPersons with disabilities who need assistance with issues relating to the content of this station's FCC public inspection file should contact the station using the following phone number, or by sending an email using the address below. Questions or concerns relating to the accessibility of the FCC's online public file system should be directed to the FCC at 888‐225‐5322, 888‐835‐5322 (TTY), or fccinfo@fcc.gov. Contact specifically about WJXT/WCWJ’s business operations (not general questions or requests for help):Denise Fox at dfox@wjxt.com or call 904-393-9801.