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Job Opportunities At WSOC-TV/ WAXN-TV

POSITIONS FOR ALL COX ENTERPRISES, INC. CAN BE VIEWED AT THE FOLLOWING INTERNET ADDRESS: http:\www.coxenterprises.com

WSOC TELEVISION, INC. & WAXN TELEVISION, INC.

JOB OPENINGS

SALES EVENTS COORDINATOR/PROMOTIONS

Cox Broadcasting Charlotte is seeking a sales events and promotions coordinator. Applicant must be able to manage local sales events and promotions for all platforms for WSOC-TV and WAXN-TV.

The ideal candidate must have the ability to plan, execute and track revenue-generating events and contests, create and execute promotional proposals, generate additional promotional ideas and participate in station sales promotional events as necessary. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (including PowerPoint, Excel and Word) and database management. Related media experience is required, preferably in television, radio or related media field. On-line experience preferred.

Please send resume to Melinda Holt, WSOC-TV, 1901 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28206. EOE M/F

GENERAL ASSIGNMENT REPORTER

Charlotte’s #1 news station needs a reporter who loves live breaking news, digging up exclusive stories and leading newscasts You must bring in story ideas that will turn! At least three years of local TV news reporting required. We need a team player who knows how to problem solve, has a strong work ethic and loves to win. Send tape and resume to Robin Whitmeyer, News Director, WSOC-TV, 1901 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28206. No phone calls please. EOE M/F.

ASSIGNMENT EDITOR WEEKENDS (PART TIME)

WSOC-TV is seeking someone to assist the assignment desk in research, tracking and assigning crews, planning and answering phones. Must have the ability to juggle many assignments and work efficiently and calmly under pressure. You must have a number one attitude. Please send resumes to: Linda Nester, Assignment Manager, WSOC-TV, 1901 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28206. No phone calls please. EOE M/F.

EDITOR/ENG OPERATOR -- EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

If you have AVID editing experience and can tune in a live shot we want to hear from you. Candidate will staff ENG for weekend news shows, taking in multiple feeds, including microwave, satellite and fiber and edit during the week. Must be able to work in high energy, fast paced newsroom. 2-3 years nonlinear experience required. This position includes possible weekend duties. Send tape and resume to Bill Bruce, News Operations, WSOC-TV, 1901 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28206. No phone calls please. EOE M/F.

WEB VIDEO JOURNALIST

WSOCTV.com is looking for a Video Journalist to add to its #1 internet department. If you are CREATIVE, can handle hard-work, flexible hours and the unexpected, we want you. Our team of producers is top-notch. Your job will be to identify unique story ideas and convert them into compelling video and slideshows. You will need to be able to shoot, interview, write, edit, and report stories. Journalist should be able to tell the story differently from what is on the TV broadcast.

Our ideal candidate will have experience at a news gathering organization. You must have experience shooting and writing stories for the internet. Please send resumes and examples of recent on-camera work to Robin Whitmeyer, News Director, WSOC-TV, 1901 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28206. In order to be considered all applicants MUST include recent on-camera work. EOE M/F

WSOC-TV LOCAL SALES MANAGER -- EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

WSOC-TV, Cox Television’s ABC affiliate in Charlotte, NC seeks a Local Sales Manager. Candidate must have proven record of overachieving transactional, developmental and internet revenue goals. Ideal candidate will have strong skills in building New Local Direct Business and the ability to train new Account Executives and motivate and lead seasoned veterans. Candidate should have evidence of strong leadership, motivational, negotiation and problem solving skills as well as have the ability to handle multiple tasks. Must have minimum five years verifiable success in broadcast sales and/or proven management track record. Please send resume to: Paul Briggs, General Sales Manager, WSOC-TV, 1901 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28206. EOE M/F

ASSOCIATE NEWS PRODUCER (FULL TIME)

WSOC-TV needs an Associate Producer who has good writing skills and experience in a television newsroom. This Associate Producer would work different shifts including overnights as needed to research and write stories for various newscasts. Associate Producer would train in producing newscasts. College degree, TV station internship or previous TV positions a plus. Please send resumes to Shelley Lynch, Executive Producer, WSOC-TV, 1901 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28206. No phone calls please. EOE M/F

WAXN-TV ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE -- EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Cox Television’s WAXN-TV, Charlotte, NC, one of the nation’s leading Independent stations, seeks an Account Executive to grow transactional business, develop new business and internet revenue while providing exceptional service. Candidates should possess thorough industry knowledge and the ability to sell and manage multiple sales initiatives. Excellent negotiating and prospecting skills required with a minimum of 2 years broadcast experience preferred. Strong organizational, computer and presentations skills required. Please send resume to Kelly Buda, Local Sales Manager, WAXN-TV, 1901 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28206. EOE M/F.

WSOC-TV ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE -- EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

WSOC-TV, an ABC Affiliate with Cox Broadcasting in sunny Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced account executive to develop and sell marketing solutions. Demonstrated skills in multi-platform and convergent sales a must. Extremely adept in agency negotiation. Minimum two years sales experience in TV, proficiency in computer and presentation skills required. College degree preferred. Send resume to Jeff Tackeberry, Local Sales Manager, WSOC-TV, 1901 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28206 or call me for a rewarding opportunity: 704-335-4918. EOE M/F

ASSIGNMENT EDITOR -- EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

WSOC-TV is looking for an aggressive and experienced Assignment Editor for our Dayside desk. We are Charlotte's News Leader, and we need a journalist who loves breaking news and winning. You must be able to question the answers, be organized and be able to effectively communicate accurate and updated information to crews, producers and managers. If you know how to research, communicate and love the day to day adrenaline rush of news then please contact us right away. We are looking for the right person with three years experience on the assignment desk in local news to fit in with our weekday team. Computer skills a plus. Send resume to Linda Nester, Assignment Manager, WSOC-TV, 1901 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28206 EOE M/F.

EEO POLICY

It is the policy of WSOC/WAXN-TV to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age or sex in all personnel actions including recruitment, evaluation, selection, promotion, compensation, training and termination. Discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, age or sex is prohibited. If you believe you have been the victim of discrimination, you may notify the Federal Communications Commission, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, or other appropriate agency.

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