WBKB- TV News Internship 2009 - 2010

WBKB-TV Channel 11 is looking for a full time Meteorologist.

Entry level position (0-1yr exp)

Applicant MUST have degree in such field (atmospheric science, etc)

Male/Female accepted, EEO

Duties may include some reporting and videography as well as producing special seasonal reports.

Applicant must be familiar with Galileo or similar weather program.

Hours are M-F 2:00 pm - 11:30 pm, 2 newscasts per day (6 & 11)

Applicant must be comfortable in front of green screen and able to deliver:

Two 1:30 minute Weather Teases
3 - 4 minute weather segment

Will be expected to come in during off hours in the event of a severe weather event to deliver up-to-date reports.

Clean driving record a must

Email and online links preferred. Please send resume, cover letter and demo reel to:

news@wbkb11.com (Subject: Meteorologist/Reporter Position)

Or mail DVD copy to:

Lauren Rozyla
News Director
WBKB-TV
1390 N. Bagley Street
Alpena, MI 49707

ATTN: Meteorologist/Reporter Position



EEO Information

It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age, physical or mental disability or any other protected status. Our policy of equal employment opportunity is to: 
 
1. Recruit, hire, and promote individuals in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age, physical or mental disability or any other protected status. 
 
2. Ensure that promotion decisions are in accordance with principles of equal employment opportunity. 
 
4. Ensure that all personnel actions such as compensation, benefits, and other programs will be administered in accordance with the principles of equal opportunity. 
 
5. In carrying out its commitment to equal employment opportunity (EEO), the Company will make reasonable accommodation(s) for applicants and employees with disabilities who need and request such accommodations in order to perform the essential functions of the job. Employees requiring any reasonable accommodation should notify his or her supervisor or the General Manager. Individuals who request reasonable accommodations are expected to prove all information about the type of accommodation necessary or the actual functional limitations caused the employee's disability.

 


WBKB-TV is seeking motivated students for internships in the Fall, Winter, and Summer semesters to shadow anchors and assist with daily duties in the newsroom.  The position requires a student who is dedicated and expresses strong interest in the broadcast journalism field. The position requires the student to receive credit for the internship.  There will be also opportunities for interns to practice editing news packages and shooting stand ups.

 

Intern Responsibilities:

  • Must come in 2 days a week for a minimum of 4 hours each day and log hours
  • Will conduct beat calls
  • Will shadow anchors in their daily responsibilities
  • Assist with writing
  • Other duties as assigned

Contact for Internship Program:


Lauren Rozyla
News Director, WBKB-TV
ccoffee@wbkb11.com
989.356.3434

Alpena Community College
Dr. Mark Curtis
Vice-President of Instruction
curtism@alpenacc.edu
989.358.7458