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Jobs at WGNO & WNOL

WGNO-TV and WNOL-TV are commercial television stations serving the Greater New Orleans area market and affiliated with the ABC and CW television networks, respectively.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. This station seeks and employs qualified persons in all job classifications and positions without discrimination on the basis of race, religion, sex, national origin, age or disability.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are dedicated to providing outreach regarding job vacancies at the station. We need the help of local organizations in referring qualified applicants to our station. Organizations that wish to receive our vacancy information should contact:

WGNO Human Resources
One Galleria Blvd., Ste. 850
Metairie, LA 70001

You can also e-mail Human Resources or fax us at (504) 569-0952 (unless specified in a specific job announcement). No phone calls, please.

FCC EEO Public File Reports: WGNO and WNOL

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Here’s a rare opportunity for a gifted storyteller who is passionate about weather and telling stories.

We are looking for that individual who can show viewers a unique weather forecast on Sunday nights.  Creativity is a must.  Show us how you would take our Weather Central system to new heights. Think Sam Champion on Good Morning America. We prefer a meteorologist. If you’re not a met, that’s ok. Just show us your passion and personality for day to day weather, severe weather, and tropical storms. You’ll also fill in for our Chief Meteorologist at night and Good Morning New Orleans meteorologist throughout the year. This position also helps out with producing weather content for on-line and mobile platforms.

You will also showcase your storytelling skills in our extremely popular show News with a Twist. This high energy program showcases two people talking about the news of the day in a one of a kind New Orleans bar. The program takes a fun, creative, and different look at the news of the day. Traditional journalists need not apply. The candidates must be a confident, self-motivated person who can take responsibility for generating stories, developing contacts, and meeting story deadlines. You find new ways to tell stories.  Check out News with a Twist on line. We prefer someone with shooting and editing skills. We use Final Cut Pro.

Of course, you need to be up to date on Facebook, Twitter, and all other types of social media.

Interested candidates must have two years of on-air experience, a degree in Meteorology is preferred and experience with Weather Central is a plus. A bachelor’s degree is required.

Must be available on short notice in the event of severe weather, tropical storm coverage, or breaking news.

To apply:  Send resume and sample DVD or link to Rick Erbach, News Director, WGNO, 1 Galleria Blvd. Suite 850, Metairie, LA 70001 or rerbach@tribune.com. No phone calls please.

04/18/13

Sales Assistant

WGNO/NOLA38 has an opening in Sales for National Sales Assistant.

Candidates must have excellent communication, clerical skills, be highly organized and detail oriented, have a genuine willingness to learn, and be a team-player.   Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines is required.  Computer skills must include Excel, Word and Power Point.

Duties include, but are not limited to typing, filing, communicating with clients, answering phones and sales support.  Media experience preferred.

Send resume and cover letter to Keith Cibulski, WGNO/NOLA38, 1 Galleria Blvd., Suite 850, Metairie, LA  70001; fax (504)569-0952; e-mail: Lbanderson@wgno.com.  No phone calls.

EOE.

04/18/13

Accountant

WGNO/NOLA38 has an immediate opening for an Accountant that has experience preparing various monthly, quarterly and annual reports for corporate and station management.

Primary responsibilities include providing budgetary assistance to CFO, preparing journal entries, reviewing financial statements during monthly close, GL reconciliations and ensuring Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.

Must have Accounting degree with minimum of 3-5 years experience in public accounting or equivalent.  Requires research-based analytical skills, organizational abilities and interpersonal skills. Must be able to meet deadlines and effectively communicate with all levels of internal and external contacts.  Proficiency in Excel, Word, PeopleSoft, Business Objects and Cypress preferred.

Send resume w/cover letter to JOBS/FINANCE, WGNO/NOLA38, 1 Galleria Blvd., Ste. 850, Metairie, LA 70001; fax (504)569-0952; email: kcibulski@tribune.com.

EOE.

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