March 5, 2010
PROMOTIONS AND MARKETING MANAGER -- CALGARY
Astral Media brings together people with a passion to perform, as one team, with integrity and imagination.
Astral Media is always on the lookout for dynamic, innovative and passionate professionals who embrace change and new technologies and who are looking to continually challenge themselves within a growing organization.
PROMOTIONS AND MARKETING MANAGER
Reports to:
Operations Manager – Astral Radio Calgary
We have 3 strong brands and are looking for a superstar to lead our Promotions and Marketing efforts in the most competitive market in the country. You will be responsible for leading a winning team of Promotions pros in the quest to win by creating a passionate team environment, engaging our listeners and clients with fresh and creative initiatives.
If you are a leader
You understand brand management
You enjoy proposal writing
You are bursting with big ideas
You are ultra competitive
You are a master at managing your budget
You understand the importance of interactive tools to strengthen a brand
You are creative
You understand your responsibility towards revenue goals
You are a master at managing your stress
You demand and practice impeccable customer service
You are a master of PowerPoint, Word, Excel etc.
You are the Promotions and Marketing Manager for Astral Media Radio Calgary!
Any candidate who wants to apply for this opportunity should send your best “I am your new Promotions and Marketing Manager” proposal to:
Astral Media Radio
Chad Martin
Operations Manager
Astral Media Radio Calgary
CJAY 92, VIBE 98-5, CLASSIC COUNTRY AM 1060
cmartin@radio.astral.com
Deadline : March 19th, 2010
As an equal opportunity employer, Astral Media is committed to accommodating the needs of people living with disabilities. If you have any health or physical limitations which may adversely affect your performance during any phase of the appointment process, please identify the accommodation needed. Moreover, Astral Media is committed to providing equal opportunities to candidates and employees, regardless of age, gender, disability, visible minority status, Native status, marital status, cultural or national background, religion, or sexual orientation. All candidates are encouraged to apply with confidence.
Please note that while we appreciate all expressions of interest, we can only respond to those candidates who will be interviewed.
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March 4, 2010
RETAIL SALES MANAGER - CALGARY
X92.9 FM Calgary
Only those candidates selected to interview will be contacted and no phone calls please.
Basic Purpose: To coach, mentor and assist in training a group of highly skilled individuals while managing a small list of core station clients with passion and integrity.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage and service an existing list of core station clients
Develop new client relationships and business for the station
Manage receivables
Coach and mentor a group of high performers
Assist in the development of sales strategies and budgeting
Manage radio station inventory
Track and report activity to the General Sales Manager.
Essential Knowledge and Skills:
An understanding of modern/alternative/new rock music and its listeners
Intimate knowledge of the sales process and client needs in a customer focused environment
Computer proficiency in PowerPoint, Airware, MicroBBM and RTS
The ability to work as a member and leader within a true team environment
The drive, enthusiasm and passion it takes to succeed and take your career to the next level.
Essential Requirements:
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to multi-task with keen attention to detail
Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
Minimum 8 years radio sales experience, preferably in Calgary
Keenness to learn all aspects of radio sales management.
Send Resumes to:
Gary Brasil
General Sales Manager
X92.9, Calgary’s New Rock Alternative
gary@harvardbroadcasting.com
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 11 / 2010
Harvard Broadcasting values diversity in its work force and is committed to Employment Equity.
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March 3, 2010
NABA Director of Technology
The successful candidate should have at least ten years of advanced international broadcast technology experience related to Radio, Television and New Media, and be fully familiar with the technical, regulatory and business environment faced by North American broadcasters including an understanding of the ITU, WIPO and other international and regional broadcast organizations and treaties.
This position reports to the Secretary General, as informed by the NABA Technical Committee Chair, and works with same to achieve the responsibilities listed below:
* Support for communication with, and execution of duties for, the NABA Technical and related Subcommittees (ITU subcommittee, Radio subcommittee & any ad hoc subcommittees) and related technical activities of other NABA standing committees
** Oversight and execution of NABA technical contributions including the development, writing, approval processing and meeting participation at international standards organizations
** Communications and liaison with the three NABA Administrations, Canada, Mexico and the United States, through representing NABA positions before international organizations
** Monitoring technical activities and developments in the broadcasting and new technology industries and of the various North American and International organizations that affect NABA members as well as communication of issues to NABA members, as appropriate
** Assists and coordinates technical support for the NABA committees and coordinates technical aspects of such support with the Secretariat office.
Candidate Characteristics:
** Multi-disciplined management experience in the broadcasting industry with an understanding of current and emerging technologies
** Self-starter with strong diplomatic and administrative skills, with an ability to communicate in a highly effective manner
** Strategic thinker with demonstrated leadership capabilities, able to provide senior level support to member organization executives
** Ability to work independently without support staff
** Capable of successfully managing and monitoring multiple projects simultaneously, while maintaining superior attention to details
** Experience in broadcast engineering and technology associated with all aspects of Radio, Television and New Media
** Demonstrated expertise in transmission including spectrum engineering and international technical representation.
Extensive North American and International travel will be required. This is estimated to be 10-12 weeks per year. NABA is headquartered in Toronto. The successful candidate can be located in Canada, Mexico or the U.S. If you are interested in this position, please forward your curriculum vitae along with salary expectations to:
1-416-598-9877 x 224
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March 3, 2010
News Producer -- /A\ Barrie
/A\ News Barrie is seeking a full-time news producer for /A\ News at 6. This is a full-time position with an immediate start date. The successful candidate will play a key role in assignment, line-up and writing of the newscast. He/she will be a leader and will make key contributions to this award-winning newsroom.
Applicants should have a diploma/degree in journalism and substantial newsroom experience in an editorial role. We are looking for a person with the ability to work in a team, motivate staff and personally set the highest professional journalism standards. This job may include on-air reporting or anchoring.
Questions about this job posting can be sent to barriehr@atv.ca
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Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by forwarding a current resume , in confidence, to:
Human Resources
/A\ Barrie
33 Beacon Rd
Barrie ON L4M 9J9
fax: 705-733-0302
e-mail: barriehr@atv.ca
Please quote reference number: MW021010 -- Deadline is March 19, 2010
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March 3, 2010
Global Edmonton -- News Reporter (Maternity Leave)
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The News Department is seeking a full time News Reporter (Group 13). This is a term position to cover a one year maternity leave, approximately April 15, 2010 to April 15, 2011.
The successful candidate will be a proven journalist with demonstrable skills. He/she will work in a competitive news environment with a motivated team whose newscasts are targeted at viewers in the 25-54 demographic.
Applicants will have a diploma/degree in journalism and at least 5 years experience as a Reporter and/or Anchor in a medium or large market.
The successful applicant will be part of the whole Global News team that produces morning, evening and late weekday casts, weekend news, and specials.
The following is a paraphrase of the primary functions and qualifications and does not outline all of the duties and responsibilities for this position:
Present stories with a high degree of competence and clarity
Research and develop original and creative story ideas
Strong on-air presentation, including live remotes and unscripted material
Effective writing skills, ability to meet deadlines
Co-operative teamwork skills.
Applicants should send a demo tape, resume and letter of interest to Michael Fulmes, News Director (quoting posting number CITV-03-03) by 5:00 pm. on Wednesday, March 10th, 2010.
Email: mfulmes@globaltv.com or fax (780) 989-4613.
Job Category CEP LOCAL M-1
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March 3, 2010
JOBS WE'VE HEARD ABOUT THIS WEEK (MARCH 4/10) INCLUDE...
TVO Toronto is looking for a Manager of Engineering and Maintenance. See the ad ....
CBC Radio seeks a Radio Program Manager. Complete details are in the ad...
The North American Broadcasters Association (NABA) is hoping to find the right candidate for its opening as NABA Director of Technology. See the ad...
Other jobs we’ve heard about include:
/A\ News Barrie – Producer;
Global Edmonton – News Reporter;
CTV Toronto – Web Developer;
CBC Toronto – Director, New Media Innovation;
CBC Calgary – Broadcast Technologist;
CBC Ottawa – Associate Director, English Services;
Oldies 1150 CKOC Hamilton – PD;
Astral Media Radio Grand Falls – Afternoon Host;
Astral Media Radio Penticton – Senior Creative Writer;
and
Harvard’s X92.9 Calgary - Retail Sales Manager.
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March 2, 2010
RADIO PROGRAM MANAGER
On the air and off, it takes a large and diverse team to deliver distinctive, intelligent, entertaining and innovative programming to the people in English, French and eight Aboriginal languages. Chances are, you grew up watching and listening to Canada’s public broadcaster. Now you can be a part of it.
Radio Program Manager
An understanding of journalism, radio programming, northern Canada’s politics and culture, and effective management techniques, including financial and human resources management, makes you the ideal candidate for this exciting opportunity. Reporting to the Managing Director for CBC North, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the local radio station, which encompasses developing, evaluating and improving local and regional programming. This Whitehorse-based role calls for a creative team leader and proven communicator to set strategic program goals, control and administer financial resources, and develop staff. A degree or equivalent, preferably in Journalism or a related field, backs your 4 or more years of leadership experience in journalism and program production, involving directing, developing and evaluating programming, preferably within a unionized environment.
We recognize the importance of a diverse workforce and we therefore encourage applications from Aboriginal Peoples, women, members of a visible minority and persons with a disability.
For a full description and to apply, by March 19, 2010, please visit www.cbc.ca/jobs and search under job number WHI00008. We thank you for your interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to equity in employment and programming.
www.cbc.ca/jobs
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March 1, 2010
Sales Opportunity
“Business is growing.”
Not a phrase you hear often today, but we have two sales opportunities at a respected Southern Ontario radio station where sales are growing -- and so is the market!
The largest employer in the market recently announced plans to add more than 1,000 well paid positions in an already healthy market, and the radio station’s local sales are pacing well ahead of last year’s sales.
We have an intermediate sales opportunity which could quickly grow to a senior-calibre list.
We also have one entry-level position that’s ideal for a recent college graduate looking to learn and looking to build a career in marketing and sales.
If you’re looking for career growth in a growth market at a station with big growth plans (did you notice we say growth a lot?), please forward your resume via e-mail in complete confidence to:
Angela Barrey
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February 24, 2010
JOBS WE'VE HEARD ABOUT THIS WEEK (FEB. 25/10) INCLUDE...
The Jim Pattison Broadcast Group in Kamloops seeks a Maintenance Technician. See the ad below...
TVO Toronto is looking for a Manager of Engineering and Maintenance. See the ad below...
Newcap Calgary - Retail Sales Manager;
Astral Television Networks Toronto – Legal Counsel;
CTV Ottawa – Director;
CBC Windsor – Senior Broadcast Technologist;
CBC Whitehorse – Program Manager;
CBC Saskatoon – Senior Broadcast Technologist;
CBC Toronto – Executive in Charge of Production-Comedy;
CBC Sudbury – Program Manager;
Rock 97.7 CFGP-FM Grande Prairie – News Director;
and
CJOC-FM Lethbridge – PD/Afternoon Drive.
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February 23, 2010
Manager of Engineering & Maintenance - TVO Toronto
TVO is Ontario’s public educational media organization and a trusted source of interactive educational content that informs, inspires, and stimulates curiosity and thought. Our vision is to empower people to be engaged citizens of Ontario through educational media.
TVO’s vision of citizen engagement is possible largely through its transformation over the last three years from pure TV station to a multi-platform media organization. As such, TVO is now able to fully embrace the power of interactive, on-demand and digital media to connect people and ideas.
GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY:
As a member of the Process and Technology Division, you will be responsible for managing the Engineering and Maintenance department. This includes responsibility for capital projects as well as on-going service and support for TVO’s television production and broadcast infrastructure.
SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES:
· Overall responsibility for planning, designing, managing and overseeing the implementation of
broadcast technology projects within approved budgets and timeframes
· Manage preventative maintenance and technical support for TVO’s digital production and broadcast
infrastructure
· Lead and coach a staff of eight technicians
· Prepare and administer annual and multi-year budgets and business plans
· Provide technical and business leadership from strategic decision-making to operational problem solving
· Create, cultivate, and enforce processes and procedures including release management, change
management, and quality assurance best practices
· Provide direction for technical design and overall broadcast systems architecture. Review and analyze
existing technology architecture and develope strategies for improvement
· Manage relationships with business sponsors and IT teams, to ensure that technology projects, are
executed successfully and meet customer requirements.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
The incumbent will have a minimum of five years management experience in a similar role of design and maintenance of broadcast and IT infrastructure, and have a degree in engineering or computer science.
The successful candidate must also be familiar with the technical standards for broadcast technology. Current knowledge and experience with High Definition equipment, video servers, and digital file-based workflows is an essential requirement, as well as knowledge of web distribution technologies. This includes familiarity with AVID, Evertz, Omneon, Harris, Miranda and Sony products. A working knowledge of electrical power and mechanical systems as they relate to broadcast facility infrastructure would be a valuable asset.
In addition to managing projects and people, this position requires effective leadership and communication skills, self-motivation and a strong customer-service orientation.
TVO is committed to achieve a skilled workforce reflective of the population of Ontario.
TVO provides a competitive salary, benefit package and the opportunity for career development.
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter with salary expectations and current resume, through Workopolis by March 19, 2010.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates selected for an interview, will be contacted.
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February 19, 2010
MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN WANTED
The Kamloops, B.C. Operations of the Jim Pattison Broadcast Group have an opening for an experienced maintenance technician. This is a great, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to work in a combined radio-television operation with good opportunity for advancement.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION AND REQUIREMENTS:
* Post secondary education in Electronics, Information Technology
* Full knowledge of electronics, schematics, electricity, RF transmitters, radio & TV studio equipment
* Full knowledge of managed networks, automation servers, non linear editing systems
* Good technical trouble shooting skills
* Good interpersonal, organizational skills, team player
* Self motivated with the ability to work under pressure, react quickly and accurately to deadlines.
Please submit your application to:
James Belton
Assistant Chief Engineer
Broadcast Centre
460 Pemberton Terrace
Kamloops BC V2C 1T5
or email jbelton@cfjctv.com
Closing date for applications- March 25, 2010.
The Jim Pattison Broadcast Group is an Employment Equity employer. As part of the Jim Pattison Broadcast Group’s Employment Equity Policy, we welcome applications from people with disabilities and people of all cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
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February 17, 2010
JOBS WE'VE HEARD ABOUT THIS WEEK (FEB. 18/10) INCLUDE...
CHUM Halifax seeks a Director of Engineering. See the ad below...
Evanov Radio Group, Toronto - Program Director (see ad below)
Astral Media Radio – Director, Interactive Research;
Astral Media Radio Penticton – Broadcast Technician/IT;
CBC Toronto – Manager, Employee Communications, a Business Manager and a Research Officer;
CBC Regina – Manager, Partnerships and Communications;
CKWF-FM/CKRU-FM Peterborough – Account Executive;
and
CHAT-FM/ CFMY-FM/CHAT-TV Medicine Hat - Master Control Operator.
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February 17, 2010
RADIO PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Evanov Radio an independent Canadian broadcaster is looking for a Program Director to oversee and build some of its radio operations.
Working with a strong team, the responsible individual will oversee existing operations as well as be responsible for launch of new undertakings. The position is immediate with some travel and/or placement in various locations where Evanov operates.
If you are an energetic, driven individual who wants to win and have a strong background and experience in program direction, we would like to hear from you.
Send your resume in confidence to jobs@evanovradio.com Only those individuals considered will be contacted. Evanov Radio is an equal opportunity employer.
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February 10, 2010
JOBS WE'VE HEARD ABOUT THIS WEEK (FEB. 11/10) INCLUDE...
CHUM Halifax is looking for a new Director of Engineering. See the ad below…
Canwest Broadcasting Toronto - Senior Brand Manager, Global and a Brand Manager- Dramatic Specialty Channels;
96.3 Capital FM Edmonton - Promotions Manager;
Bayshore Broadcasting, Owen Sound - News Anchors/Reporters;
Applied Electronics Mississauga - Technology Sales Representative;
CTV Toronto - Director, Programming, Much MTV Group, and a Research Analyst for CTV Specialty;
CTV (CIVT Vancouver) - Technical Director;
Global Television Toronto - Publicist;
CBC Toronto – Executive in Charge of Programming, Factual Entertainment;
Rogers TV Waterloo Region, Stratford and Guelph – Station Manager;
The Team 1260 Edmonton – Morning Show Producer;
CHIQ-FM Winnipeg - Midday Host;
1023 BOB-FM London - Morning Show/News Co-Host;
and
CBC Montreal – Corporate Communications Officer.
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February 10, 2010
DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING - CHUM HALIFAX
Reference Number: HLXRAD – 2010DIRENG
Responsibilities:
· Subject to CTV standards, design, install and maintain studio broadcast facilities (structural, electrical and mechanical) including repairs, upgrades and/or modifications to the studio physical plant and facilities
. Subject to CTV standards, design, install and maintain transmitter sites including repairs, upgrades and/or modifications of the transmitter physical plant and systems
· Subject to CTV standards, design, install and maintain information technology systems including repairs, upgrades and/or modifications to the information technology system as well as repairs and or upgrades to information technology components (e.g. workstations)
· To prepare capital and operating budgets
· To approve and code engineering invoices
· To supervise Engineering Department staff and liaise with other departments
·To oversee technical aspects of remote broadcasts
· Related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
· Post-secondary education in Electronics, Information Technology, preferably with several years experience
· Full knowledge of electronics, schematics, electricity, transmitters and radio station equipment
· Mastery of technical trouble shooting procedures
· Excellent problem definition skills
· Demonstrated analytical, prioritization and time management skills
· Good communication skills for issue resolution with non-technical staff
· Good interpersonal, organizational and supervisory skills
· Self motivated with ability to work without direct supervision as part of a team
· Ability to work under pressure, handle associated stress and react quickly and accurately to deadlines within a collaborative atmosphere
· Must be flexible, adaptable and able to prioritize multiple job demands
· Full knowledge of computer programmes such as: Microsoft Office Suite.
Interested candidates are encouraged to forward a current resume quoting the job posting reference number (HLXRAD – 2010DIRENG), in confidence, to:
Alex Mielnik
Director Human Resources
CTVglobemedia (Atlantic)
2885 Robie Street
Halifax NS B3K 5Z4
Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted
CTVglobemedia is dedicated to equity in the workplace.
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February 10, 2010
News Anchors/Reporters Wanted - Bayshore Broadcasting
Bayshore Broadcasting Corporation is looking to add to one of Ontario’s most aggressive news departments. We are looking for a full time reporter and newscaster to work in Kincardine.
We are looking for someone who is self-motivated and a team player to join the news leader in Midwestern Ontario.
We want people who think local news first!
The successful candidate must demonstrate strong organizational, reading, writing and communication skills. All successful candidates will be responsible for news gathering, on-air presentation, and reporting assignments in local communities.
Knowledge of sports as well as Burli and Scott systems would be an asset!
Please send your tapes and resumes ASAP to:
Manny Paiva
News Manager
Bayshore Broadcasting Corporation
270 9th Street E
Owen Sound ON N4K 1N7
(519) 376-2030 ext. 237
mpaiva@bayshorebroadcasting.ca
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February 9, 2010
Technology Sales Representative – Broadcast and Post Production
Applied Electronics is Canada’s leading Systems Integrator and Reseller of professional broadcast, production and post production technology. We have offices in Toronto, Montréal, Calgary, Edmonton, and Vancouver.
Currently, the following career opportunity exists in our Mississauga (Toronto) Head Office:
Technology Sales Representative – Broadcast and Post Production
Main responsibilities include serving the existing client base while developing and implementing a sales strategy to drive new business and meet or exceed annual revenue objectives. The successful candidate will be expected to provide accurate information and guidance to prospective and existing customers, including pricing and technical specifications. In addition, preparing detailed proposals, promoting relevant products and conducting presentations to clients is essential to achieving success in this role.
The ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:
· Must be well-versed in the Information Technology world and able to present and promote
complex software and hardware workflows to customers, involving multiple technology partners
· Post secondary education in Broadcast Technology, Computer Sciences or a related field
· Minimum 3-5 years of technology sales experience within the broadcast or post production
industries
· Industry experience on the operations or engineering side within the broadcast or post production
industries is a definite asset
· Strong sales orientation with excellent customer relationship-building skills with a pleasant and
professional personality
· A team player, working well with others as part of a unified sales force
· Self-motivated with excellent organizational, multi-tasking, prioritization, and problem-solving abilities
· Strong verbal and written communication skills.
If you have the above mentioned skills and experience, please fax or email your cover letter and resume to:
Jim Goessinger
National Sales Manager, Broadcast and Post Production
Applied Electronics Limited
jgoessinger@appliedelectronics.com
Fax: (905) 625-4333
Please note: only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
To apply via our website, please visit: http://www.appliedelectronics.com/company-careers.php
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