Position: Producer
Reports To: News Director
Re-Posted Date: June 18, 2013
Station: WJW
Minimum Knowledge, Skill &/or Abilities: Two – three years minimum producing experience. Demonstrate excellent writing and communication skills. Have knowledge of computers. Must be extremely flexible to work different shifts and schedules. Have the ability to work under extreme pressure and deadlines. Must keep up on local, state, national and international events. Must work individually as well as part of a team. Work on various platforms including broadcast, mobile and web. Quick writer, must know spelling and grammar, have strong communication skills, be detail oriented and have good news judgement.
Position Description: The primary responsibility of the News Producer is to produce, write and gather information and graphics for highly produced newscasts, programming and station websites. The Producer is responsible for writing and producing news stories, show opens and graphics elements. The Producer will be required to fill in on other newscasts or the station website as needed. The Producer is expected to submit daily story ideas, contribute recommendations on daily story coverage and special assignments. The Producer will also copy edit news stories by reporters and writers, produces special news events, shows and coverage outside the daily newscasts. Performs other duties as assigned.
Education Requirements: College Degree preferred
Interested parties can submit resume and references via email to:
- Attn: Human Resources
- fox8.jobs@fox8.com
- WJW
- 5800 S. Marginal Road
- Cleveland, OH 44103
Please, no telephone calls. WJW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Position: Associate Producer
Reports To: News Director
Posted Date: June 18, 2013
Station: WJW
Minimum Knowledge, Skill & amp;/or Abilities:Candidate must have two years experience producing newscasts, be a creative, accurate writer. Non Linear editing and internet experience are preferred. Candidate should have experience working with social media including Facebook and Twitter. Candidate should be prepared to work any shift in our 24/7 Newsroom.
Position Description: WJW Fox 8 is looking for an Associate Producer. Candidate must have two years experience producing creative and successful newscasts. We are not interested in show stackers. The successful candidate will write for all platforms of Fox 8 News including broadcast, website and mobile. Candidate could also be called upon to fill-in produce, work on the assignment desk, contribute to the station website and social media sites, field produce and run teleprompter.
Education Requirements: College Degree preferred and or equivalent experience.
Interested parties can submit resume and references via email to:
- Attn: Human Resources
- fox8.jobs@fox8.com
- WJW
- 5800 S. Marginal Road
- Cleveland, OH 44103
Please, no telephone calls. WJW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Position: Hybrid Promotion Producer
Reports To: Vice-President of Marketing and Programming
Posted Date: June 18, 2013
Station: WJW
Minimum Knowledge, Skill &/or Abilities: Key position requires experience as promotion/commercial production writer/producer/editor and videographer with college degree and equivalent experience. Must have aggressive, creative writing skills with hands-on experience with Final Cut Pro and strong working knowledge of post-production software. Must have artistic eye and strong understanding of camera techniques for shooting and editing HD video as well as the organizing, transcoding, encoding, uploading and archiving of media files while maintaining quality control of projects from conception to completion. Must have the ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and work closely with leadership staff on all facets of promotion (including big picture image/branding campaigns) and local programming (long/short form programs, segments and commercial production.) Participate in station/promotional events as needed and perform other duties as needed or assigned.
Position Description: : Cleveland’s Own Fox 8 News–we are all about local and news. As the market leader/legacy station, we produce more local news and programming than any other station in the country. In search of hybrid, innovative, “push the envelope” producer that will work with an equally aggressive team to produce “smash the competition” promotion campaigns, image spots and topicals. You’ll work with one of most experienced, award-winning creative teams and successful stations in the nation, WJW Fox 8 in Cleveland, OH.
Education Requirements: College degree in communications or related field preferred or equivalent experience.
Interested parties can submit resume and references via email to:
- Attn: Human Resources
- fox8.jobs@fox8.com
- WJW
- 5800 S. Marginal Road
- Cleveland, OH 44103
Please, no telephone calls. WJW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Position: Part-Time Medical Producer
Reports To: Vice-President of Marketing and Programming
Posted Date: June 18, 2013
Station: WJW
Minimum Knowledge, Skill &/or Abilities: Must enjoy making television. Must have a working knowledge or previous experience in the medical field. Must be experienced and comfortable with all facets of television production, writing, scripting, editing (Final Cut Pro HD) as well as in-studio and on-location production techniques and execution. Must work with executive producer, staff, host and medical team to create and format medical segments and 30-minute programs in an entertaining, innovative and informative platform. Must be confident self-starter/multi-tasker with outstanding writing/communication skills with creative vision and ability to work in partnership with others while dealing with the pressure of deadlines. Must be detailed-oriented and be able to work flexible hours including weekends, evenings and overtime when/if required. Perform other duties as needed or assigned.
Position Description: WJW Fox 8 Cleveland, the market leader and legacy station, seeks part-time (28 hours/week) local programming producer with an emphasis on the medical profession. Producer will work with creative, experienced team to conceptualize, coordinate and produce weekly segments for one of nation’s top locally produced entertainment/talk programs as well as quarterly half-hour specials and related content involving high-profile physicians and innovators in the field of medicine.
Education Requirements: College degree in communications or medical field or equivalent experience.
Interested parties can submit resume and references via email to:
- Attn: Human Resources
- fox8.jobs@fox8.com
- WJW
- 5800 S. Marginal Road
- Cleveland, OH 44103
Please, no telephone calls. WJW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Position: Part-time Sports Programming Producer
Reports To: Vice-President of Marketing and Programming
Posted Date: June 18, 2013
Station: WJW
Minimum Knowledge, Skill &/or Abilities: Must enjoy making television. Must have a working knowledge and/or affinity for professional sports. Must be experienced and comfortable with all facets of television production, writing, scripting, editing (Final Cut Pro HD) as well as in-studio and on-location production techniques and execution. Must work with executive producer, staff and host to create and format weekly 30-minute sports/entertainment program and segments in an innovative, entertaining and informative platform. Must be confident self-starter/multi-tasker with outstanding writing/communication skills with creative vision and ability to work in partnership with others while dealing with the pressure of deadlines. Must be detailed-oriented and be able to work flexible hours including weekends, evenings and overtime as required. Perform other duties as needed or assigned.
Position Description: WJW Fox 8 Cleveland, the market leader and legacy station, seeks part-time (28 hours/week) local programming producer with a passionate obsession with professional sports. Producer will work with creative, experienced team to conceptualize, coordinate and produce weekly/weekend 30-minute sports/entertainment program as well as multiple segments and related content involving high-profile Cleveland professional sports teams, athletes and related aspects from the wide world of major league sports.
Education Requirements: College degree in communications or equivalent experience.
Interested parties can submit resume and references via email to:
- Attn: Human Resources
- fox8.jobs@fox8.com
- WJW
- 5800 S. Marginal Road
- Cleveland, OH 44103
Please, no telephone calls. WJW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Position: Graphic Artist-Designer
Reports To: Creative Services VP
Posted Date: June 17, 2013
Station: WJW
Minimum Knowledge, Skill &/or Abilities: Should have extensive experience with Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash & various print programs.
Position Description: Must be able to conceptualize, design, animate, and execute cutting edge graphics for news, on-air promotion, internet and sales projects. Must be able to organize and juggle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
Education Requirements: College degree in graphics/design preferred and/or a minimum of three (3) years electronic graphic experience in a news-oriented television station or comparable electronics graphics.
Interested parties can submit resume and references via email to:
- Attn: Human Resources
- fox8.jobs@fox8.com
- WJW
- 5800 S. Marginal Road
- Cleveland, OH 44103
Please, no telephone calls. WJW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Position: Multi-Media Journalist
Reports To: News Director
Re-Posted Date: June 18, 2013
Station: WJW
Minimum Knowledge, Skill &/or Abilities: Expert at using Final Cut Pro. Must be able to carry and handle various types of equipment. Valid Ohio Driver’s License (or able to get one) and maintain a clean driving record. Stamina to carry and operate equipment. Ability to multitask and operate communication equipment. Strong communication skills. Will be required to shoot and edit. Experience necessary.
Position Description: Gather, report and present news on various platforms, including but not limited to mobile, internet and broadcast. Excellent writing and editorial judgment. Strong live and presentation skills. Flexible to work different shifts and schedules. Must be a self starter, enterprising and aggressive. Report, shoot and edit under any type of weather condition or deadline. Ability to shoot and edit video clips on non-linear systems. Familiar with using FTP, Skype and other emerging technologies. Requirements include web posting of text, video, pictures etc. and incorporating social media into day-to-day coverage. Work alone or with co-workers to complete story and or segment for air, web or mobile. Maintain inventory of all assigned equipment and responsible for its upkeep. Communicate maintenance issues to proper personnel. Other duties as assigned.
Education Requirements: College degree preferred and or experience equivalent.
Interest parties can submit resume and references via email or US Mail at:
- Attn: Human Resources
- fox8.jobs@fox8.com
- WJW
- 5800 S. Marginal Road
- Cleveland, OH 44103
WJW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Position: Maintenance Technician
Reports To: Chief Engineer
Re-Posted Date: February 18, 2013
Station: WJW
Minimum Knowledge, Skill &/or Abilities: Candidates must have experience and a strong working knowledge of IT/computers and all digital platforms. Thorough knowledge and maintenance skills relating to IT, RF, ATSC stream, DTV, automation, file based news gathering and broadcast operations.
Position Description: WJW is the market leader across all platforms including Broadcast, web and mobile. We need the next generation of maintenance engineer capable of adapting as our industry evolves. Maintenance Technician is a union position and duties include the installation, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of all facility IT and electronic equipment, as well as occasional operations duties as required. Shifts may include evenings and weekends.
Education Requirements: College degree in electronics, computer science, or equivalent experience.
Interest parties can submit resume and references via email or US Mail at:
- Attn: Human Resources
- fox8.jobs@fox8.com
- WJW
- 5800 S. Marginal Road
- Cleveland, OH 44103
WJW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Position: Internship
Posting Date: 02/10/12
Station: WJW
If you are a college junior, senior or graduate student and are interested in an internship at Fox 8 News, please send your resume and references to the address below. No phone calls or emails please. Please indicate which department (news/sports/ New Day Cleveland) you’re interested in.
- Attn: Human Resources
- fox8.jobs@fox8.com
- WJW
- 5800 S. Marginal Road
- Cleveland, OH 44103
WJW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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- WJW
- 5800 S. Marginal Road
- Cleveland, OH 44103
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