Careers

FiOS1 expanding News programming again!

If you wish to apply to any of our open positions please forward resume and cover letter WITH SALARY REQUIREMENT to resume@fios1news.com 

Forward reels to WRNN-TV, 800 Westchester Ave., S-640, Rye Brook, NY 10573 Attn: HR

***FULL TIME OPPORTUNITIES***

***PART TIME/FREELANCE OPPORTUNITIES***

Line Producer

WRNN-TV in Rye Brook, NY is seeking experienced and dependable News Line Producers. Must be able to line produce, write compelling news stories and work well under pressure & tight deadlines.

1-2+ years news producing experience is required. Line producer must select stories, stack and write show. If you are a strong broadcast journalist who is editorially savvy, can thrive under the pressure of deadlines and still create an excellent news product, we want to hear from you! We want inspired news-junkies with an eye for reporting timely news. Experience with ENPS required. Salary requirement and writing sample must be submitted to be considered.

The ideal candidate will have:
• Excellent writing skills for broadcast and Internet
• Ability to show and tell compelling news story with strong visual elements
• Strong working knowledge of local and national news issues
• Ability to produce newscasts in a live and live-to-tape news wheel operation
• Ability to produce news stories and segments with little supervision
• Ability to be organized in thought, actions and habits, and meet deadlines with consistency and excellence under pressure
• 2+ years line producing experience for News programming

*Candidates without NEWS line producing experience will not be considered*

Operations Coordinator (Full Time) Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat & Sun

WRNN-TV in Rye Brook, NY is looking for a highly organized, hands-on Operations Coordinator with knowledge of various areas of live television production (control room, master control, shooting, editing).

Responsibilities:

Supervise the daily activities of the broadcast operations unit.  Determine workflow and manage scheduling.  Implement operational polices and procedures.  Recruit and train new employees, manage and develop production staff.  Ability to fill-in for various production positions when necessary and willing to work until the job is done. Additional duties as assigned by the Director of Operations.

Requirements:

• 1-3 year’s prior television production staff management experience. 

• B.A. in communications or journalism

Executive Producer

WRNN-TV is currently seeking an individual with significant News producing and management experience to join our dynamic team as Executive Producer (EP)

The winning candidate will have a passion for News and will thrive in a fast-paced, highly competitive, deadline-driven environment. S/he will possess excellent writing skills and will have news producing experience, preferably in a Top 10 market. The EP must be proficient in supervising a team and capable of effectively communicating with upper management and department heads.

Responsibilities:
Supervise writing, plan story selection, graphics selection, editing, production and execution of daily newscasts and special programming. Coach and develop producers and other direct reports. Manage line producers and facilitate producer schedules. Take full responsibility for execution of assigned newscasts as well as other special assignments. Monitor competition and industry trends with particular emphasis on new media such as social networking and innovative newsgathering techniques and equipment.

Requirements:
•10 years news producing experience-Top 10 Market preferred
• Must have a thorough understanding of television news operations
• College degree in journalism or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent management skills and experience managing teams
• Strong communication and conflict management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Excellent editorial judgment

General Sales Manager

WRNN-TV is looking for a general sales manager with 5+ years television sales experience selling electronic media in the NY market.

Candidates should have key contacts with NYC buyers, local clients and Businesses, Auto Groups and Direct Response agencies.

Responsible for working with NYC and Direct Response agencies, as well as local accounts, to proactively facilitate field-driven regional and national advertising sales.

Individual must be a team player, dependable, dedicated and computer literate.

Compensation is comprised of base salary + commissions.

Essential functions of position include, but are not limited to the following:
Manage the Direct Response and transactional business
Negotiate with syndicates and acquire programming
Responsible for representing and maintaining an excellent working relationship with national agencies and coordinating efforts with national/regional direct accounts
Responsible for selling advertising to regional and national advertisers or prospective local advertisers where the buy could result in regional business Generates leads, targets prospective clients and requests meetings to make pitches and presentations, and follows-up on sales inquiries in a timely and attentive manner
Identifies the most appropriate WRNN programming for clients and makes recommendations.
Monitor local cable and newspapers for key prospects
Responsible for maintaining client business relationships to obtain repeat business
Provides customer service support to clients and assists in the resolution of any issues
Development of budgets relating to the national and regional revenue for the organization
Maintain a high level of visibility throughout the advertising community at large
Possess a valid driver`s license in order to operate a personal vehicle on company business
Regularly monitor and review account activity to identify and direct multi-market opportunities.
Travel to local decision makers who influence regional buys
Monitor performance for all national advertising sales business by region/market
Management retains the discretion to add to or change duties of the position at any time

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor`s degree in Business, Sales or Marketing.
Five years + experience in television national and direct response sales.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills
Must be able to travel
Position is based in Rye Brook, NY

Social Media Specialist

Show Your Digital Savvy

Candidates should demonstrate experience with the latest methods of web publishing and social media. Subject expertise in broadcasting is a plus.

Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree; advanced degree a plus
Web content writing experience; handling editorial duties for an online media company, ideally working on a variety of web content products
Prior experience writing for a Top 100 blog ideal
Experience with Web search engines, online research and the role of user-generated content
Editing, web research and proofing skills
Knowledge and understanding of web trends and social media. Ideal candidates are regular Twitter and Facebook users and can demonstrate an understanding of Facebook and other social media sites (YouTube, MySpace, etc.)
Proven track record of success
Ability to succeed in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment
Exceptional attention to detail and ability to effectively multi-task in a deadline driven atmosphere
Self-motivated go-getter who is driven to achieve results creatively

Weather Reporter/Anchor (Full Time)

Seeking experienced weather anchors for weekend newscasts. Responsibilities include: news writing/copy editing, and field reporting on major weather-related stories. 

Requirements

• College degree in communications, journalism, related field, or equivalent work experience.

• Ability to work in a fast and concise manner under pressure with demonstrated ability to present live and ad-lib unscripted reports with continuity, meaning and clarity.

• Work effectively in a team environment.

• 1-2 years experience as a weather reporter/anchor

Junior Broadcast Technician (Full Time) 

Do you enjoy working with digital video, perhaps shooting and then editing home movies on the computer?  Do family and friends rely on you to setup their new HDTVs and media center equipment?  Do you have a strong I.T. skill set and realize that today’s television stations rely heavily on computers?  If you just “get it,” you could have a future as a Broadcast I.T. Engineer and should review the requirements of a position available at RNN-TV in Westchester, NY:

Technical Skills:

• CCNA and/or MCSE preferred

• Thorough knowledge of Windows XP/NT/2000/2003 server & workstation, including Active Directory, a must

• Mac OS & Final Cut Pro experience a plus

• Excellent troubleshooting and problem solving skills are essential.  Applicant should be comfortable troubleshooting computer systems at the component level.

• General understanding of digital video formats is helpful

• Working knowledge of fiber optic distribution systems as well as LAN/WAN/VPN, Video over IP and VOIP technologies is important

• Must be able to read technical drawings/documentation 

Non-technical Skills: 

• Must be well organized, detail oriented and possess excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)

• In addition to working well independently, must also work well as part of a team

• Ability to work well with people at all levels, professions and disciplines 

Being a 24/7 broadcast facility, this position may require working some evenings, overnights or weekends. 

Director

WRNN-TV in Rye Brook, NY is looking for experienced directors to direct and TD a daily newscast. Qualified candidates will have knowledge of large format video switchers, Grass Valley Zodiac or Kalypso, with multiple M/E capabilities. Must have working knowledge of video routers and knowledge of live TV video switching and production. Ability to remain comfortable and calm in high pressure situations and demonstrate creative ability to enhance broadcast. Excellent communications skills required.

Final Cut Pro editing experience is a plus. Previous news directing experience is required.   

Master Control Operator (Full Time)

Seeking a Master Control Operator willing to accept responsibility and work under moderate supervision while resolving various problems, requiring general knowledge of the company’s policies and procedures. Candidate will perform both assigned and unscheduled duties and will work effectively in a team environment. Master Control is a 24/7 department; MCO’s work all shifts including weekends, overnight and holidays.

 Requirements:

• Operate control room boards and monitor programming as needed

• Log all required transmitter readings

• Produce all commercial dubs as well as supervise transmission of station

• Maintain station log, run pre-taped and live programming, respond to timing changes at a moments notice

• Take accurate transmitter readings, record and log feeds for news, and edit in commercials for pre-recorded shows

•  B.A. in related field

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a broadcast/cable environment with basic knowledge of production equipment and production techniques, computer-based production as well as basic knowledge of video/audio signal and tape dynamics. 

Graphics Designer AM Shift (Full Time) M-F

Responsibilities include creation of broadcast graphics for daily newscasts.  Additional responsibilities involve operating studio camera, teleprompter, audio, and other duties as needed.  Must have excellent attention to detail including grammar and spelling, have a working knowledge of live control room operations and fast paced newscast production techniques. Successful candidate should possess good communication skills and work well under pressure with minimal supervision.

Requirements:

• 2 years experience in a live news environment

• Candidates must be dependable and have thorough knowledge of PhotoShop

• After Effects knowledge a plus

Freelance Weekend Anchor

Seeking experienced News Anchors for daily newscasts. In addition to anchoring, responsibilities may include: some news writing/copy editing, and field reporting on major stories. 

Requirements:

• College degree in communications, journalism, related field, or equivalent work experience

• Ability to work in a fast and concise manner under pressure with demonstrated ability to present live and ad-lib unscripted reports with continuity, meaning, and clarity

• Proven ability to handle stress

• Work effectively in a team environment.

• Maintain a positive and cooperative rapport with staff, management, and clients.

• Project an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor.

• At least 2 years experience as a news anchor

Freelance Weekend Editor

Experienced editors with comprehensive editing skills who can successfully contribute to the production team. 

Duties:
•  Thorough knowledge of television production and post production
•  Advanced working knowledge of the NTSC and PAL transmission and video standards
•  Knowledge of sound mixing techniques and procedures
•  Knowledge of advanced editing systems and software, both PC and Mac based
•  Ability to perform complex audio and video editing and mixing tasks as well as complex video effects in storytelling and design
•  Thorough understanding of computer and server technology with good computer skills
•  Excellent creative ability
•  Excellent interpersonal skills
•  Flexibility with working outside of the normal shifts

Must be organized, detail-oriented, work well under pressure and be able to meet tight deadlines.

Knowledge of Final Cut Pro and basic knowledge of Photoshop required.

 Freelance Weekend Weather Reporter/Anchor

Seeking experienced weather anchors for daily newscasts. Responsibilities include: news writing/copy editing, and field reporting on major weather-related stories. 

Requirements

• College degree in communications, journalism, related field, or equivalent work experience.

• Ability to work in a fast and concise manner under pressure with demonstrated ability to present live and ad-lib unscripted reports with continuity, meaning and clarity.

• Work effectively in a team environment.

• 1-2 years experience as a weather reporter/anchor

 Freelance Weekend Producer 

News producers must be able to line produce, write compelling news stories and work well under pressure & tight deadlines.  Producer must select stories, stack and write show, and help lead news staff.  If you are a strong broadcast journalist who is editorially savvy, can thrive under the pressure of deadlines and still create an excellent news product, we want to hear from you!  Experience with ENPS a plus.

Requirements:
• Excellent writing skills for broadcast and Internet
• Ability to show and tell compelling news story with strong visual elements
• Strong working knowledge of local and national news issues
• Ability to produce newscasts in a live and live-to-tape news wheel operation
• Ability to effectively lead and supervise others in the production process
• Ability to produce news stories and segments with little supervision
• Ability to be organized in thought, actions and habits, and lead others to meet deadlines with consistency and excellence under pressure
•  1+ years producing experience for News programming

•  B.A. in communications or journalism

 Freelance Weekend One Man Band Reporter- Covering NJ or LI

Responsibilities:

• Pitch story ideas to producer/and news director and be able to enterprise assignments in the field

• Monitor and keep track of local news related events by way of email/phone tips,

• Associated Press “day schedule events” and newswires, local newspapers and newsroom faxes

• Prepare and research stories to cover and questions to ask during interviews as directed by producer and/or news director

•Field produce stories as a one-man-band reporter by arranging on-camera interviews, stand-ups, and b-roll footage; this includes scheduling, framing, and blocking.

• Maintain, transport, and understand how to operate ENG equipment

• Serve as videographer by gathering story elements on shoots

• Perform “as-lives” or live hits in the field or in studio as directed

• Cultivate and maintain news contacts

• Know general territory and direction associated with assigned beat

• Screen and transcribe field tapes

• Ingest selected field tape footage from tape deck to computer

• Prepare reporter’s script in accordance with news director’s approval and deadline

• Enter story elements including script, supers, and TRT into ENPS (station’s editorial news platform)

• Voice track (record narration) by way of Final Cut Pro (station’s editing software)

• Edit material in accordance with script by way of Final Cut Pro (station’s editing software)

• Send digital file to Transmission server by way of Newsqueue (station’s digital transfer system)

Requirements:

• Excellent writing, reporting and editing ability  

• Access to a vehicle for daily travel to Long Island

• Experience as one person band reporter

• BA degree in broadcasting or equivalent work experience

 Part Time Traffic Assistant

Responsibilities:

• Organize and maintain ALL tape rooms including, but not limited to, the following: 
• Organize RNN, TVE tape room according to PP number 
• Organize FiOS DC, LI & NJ tape room 
• Purge any and all outdated longform (infomercial) tapes 
• Organize RNN and TVE commercial tapes 
• Purge any and all outdated shortform commercial tapes 
• Pull all necessary tapes for ALL 6 channels to be brought down to Master Control 
• Assist with traffic team on preparing logs in advance. This would lead into eventually working ahead on weekend logs for all stations. 
•Assisting in bringing materials to and from Traffic and Master Control as necessary. This includes tapes to be ingested, tapes for the following day, and any other extraneous materials either department may require. 

• Assist with various administrative duties including, but not limited to, the following: 
• The faxing back of all traffic confirmations 
• Filing of confirmed traffic instructions 
• Sending back any tapes as requested by clients 
• Emailing clients verified log requests 
• Updating the Traffic Calendar

Requirements:

FiOS1 News provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. 
FiOS1 News complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.