WBRZ-TV does not discriminate in its employment and personnel practices because of a person's race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Discriminatory employment practices are specifically prohibited by the Federal Communications Commission.
WBRZ is committed to a broad applicant recruiting outreach program. In our continuing efforts to represent our diverse community, we encourage qualified community organizations to be included in our job opportunity notification list. Informing you and your organization of our employment opportunities is an affirmative action on our part to actively seek qualified minorities and women for our staff vacancies. If your organization is interested in being notified about our job vacancies, we would like to hear from you. Through your assistance to refer individuals to us, we want to insure that our employment opportunities are made known to members of minority groups and to women.
WBRZ-TV is a drug-free and smoke-free work place.
EEO Public File Report 2013 / Recruitment Sources
If you would like to apply for the vacancies below, please send resume and/or non-returnable tape/DVD to Human Resources, WBRZ-TV, P. O. Box 2906, Baton Rouge, LA 70821, or fax to 225-336-2213, or e-mail to hr@wbrz.com. All resumes are forwarded to the appropriate manager for review and scheduling of interviews.
Current openings
Producer/Director/Videographer
WBRZ-TV is seeking a Producer/Director/Videographer for Commercial Production. Qualified applicants are expected to work closely with station departments, outside agencies and direct clients. Responsibilities include, but not limited to, producing/writing and directing a variety of projects, both broadcast and non-broadcast, from concept to completion. Applicants should have broad knowledge of current file-based cameras, as well as 3-5 years of knowledge in pre-production, location/studio and post production areas. Ability to work as a single source or team member is a must. When submitting resume, please include salary requirements. Email resumes to Laura Sisemore at Lsisemore@wbrz.com; or mail to Laura Sisemore, Director of Human Resources, PO Box 2906, Baton Rouge, LA 70821. Drug-free and smoke-free facility. EOE
News Anchor/Reporter
WBRZ is looking for an experienced Anchor/Reporter. Will anchor afternoon newscast and be evening reporter in Louisiana’s capital city. Will also report series and contribute to web and mobile platforms. Must have a strong on-air presence with good writing skills. Must be proficient in story development, research, live reports and creativity. Knowledge of videography and non-linear editing required. We are looking for a team player who understands being a leader in an aggressive newsroom. Prefer at least three years’ experience anchoring and reporting. Send resume and DVD or link to Chuck Bark, Director of News, at chuck@wbrz.com; or Laura Sisemore, Director of HR, at Lsisemore@wbrz.com; or mail to WBRZ-TV, PO Box 2906, Baton Rouge, LA 70821. Drug-free and smoke-free environment. EOE
Sales Manager
WBRZ-TV is looking for a Sales Manager with solid media knowledge who can lead our local sales team. Qualified candidates should be professional, self-motivated and results oriented. Candidate must have excellent sales presentation and communication skills. Individual must be able to plan and achieve sales objectives, develop new business for multiple entities, and have experience coaching/training AE’s. College degree preferred with minimum 5 years television sales experience; sales management experience also helpful. Email resume to Laura Sisemore, Director of HR, at lsisemore@wbrz.com; or mail to WBRZ-TV, PO Box 2906, Baton Rouge, LA 70821. Drug-free and smoke-free environment. EOE
Television News Multimedia Reporter
WBRZ-TV is looking for a journalist to enterprise, write, shoot, edit and deliver news to a variety of platforms. Post to the web and air stories on broadcast, digital and mobile channels. At least two years reporting experience with knowledge of computers and digital cameras preferred. Must have strong writing skills with the ability to meet deadlines. Please provide a DVD or link with your best and most recent work. Mail resume to Chuck Bark, Director of News or Laura Sisemore, Director of Human Resources, WBRZ-TV, PO Box 2906, Baton Rouge LA 70821; or email to chuck@wbrz.com or lsisemore@wbrz.com. Drug-free and smoke-free work Environment. EOE.
Part-time Television Operations
Will operate teleprompter and work camera during live newscasts. Flexible work schedule. Willing to train. Send resume to Chuck Bark, Director of News, WBRZ-TV, P. O. Box 2906, Baton Rouge, LA 70821, or fax resume to 225-336-2246, or e-mail to chuck@wbrz.com. Smoke-free and drug-free work environment. EOE
Internships
WBRZ now has ongoing internships in the following departments: news, marketing, information systems, production, graphics, sales, sports, and weather. Intern will experience first hand, daily operations of department and will perform various duties as assigned. Must be enrolled in Louisiana State University, Southern University, Southeastern University, or station approved college/university and be approved by college dean or department supervisor for course credit. Internships are available each college semester of fall, spring, and summer. Interviews start approximately two months prior to each semester.
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