COLS DISPATCH as of Feb. 17, 2012

Current Job Openings as of February 17, 2012
Assignment Editor (Job #200ME): WBNS 10TV has an immediate opening for an Assignment Editor. This is a great
spot news market, but we need someone to go beyond the headlines to find the stories that make a difference. This
position is responsible for generating strong ideas, cultivating news sources throughout the community, fact gathering
and managing staff and resources to accomplish news goals. Previous television news and assertive news gathering
skills required. Prior assignment desk experience strongly preferred. Excellent communication and organizational
skills as well as the ability to function effectively under extreme deadline pressure are a must. Knowledge of the
region a plus.
Sales Assistant (Job #200JW): WBNS-10TV is has an immediate opening for a detail oriented sales assistant
whose responsibilities will include data entry and phone coverage. The successful candidate will be well organized,
possess excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and
Outlook. At least two years experience in a data-entry role required, preferably in a media sales or traffic
environment.
Traffic Assistant (Job #200JE): WBNS-10TV has an immediate opening for a detail-oriented traffic assistant
whose responsibilities will include reconciling and deciphering commercial copy instructions against contracts, entering
instructions into our traffic system and obtaining and following traffic instructions received digitally. This position is
also responsible maintaining the digital and tape spot library, managing the digital spot delivery systems and assisting
in the set up of and implementation of new delivery systems. The successful candidate will work closely with sales,
traffic and engineering staff to ensure that commercials run accurately and timely. This position requires excellent
communication and organizational skills, strong data-entry background with a high degree of accuracy, ability to work
effectively in sometimes stressful situations and flexibility in scheduling. Previous experience in television traffic or
sales support environment strongly preferred; OSI experience helpful.
General Assignment Reporter (Job #200AH): WBNS-TV, 10TV News HD is searching for an aggressive,
enterprising general assignment reporter to join its award winning news department. Enterprise rules, so the ideal
candidate will be able to present ideas for several topical, relevant enterprise stories to the table each day that
deliver viewer benefit. The ideal candidate will have superior writing and storytelling ability, ability to dig deep and
uncover the big stories, and be able to cover and deliver breaking news with accuracy and urgency. 10TV News HD is
the number one news operation in Central Ohio, and this position requires experience, self-motivation that will help
deliver content that will help us remain number one and grow as a news organization. At least 3years experience as a
reporter at a local TV news station required.
Account Executive – The Fan and ONN Radio (Job #100AE): RadiOhio is seeking a highly motivated sales
professional to join our sales team, marketing both 97.1 The Fan and ONN Radio to new clients. The successful
candidate will thrive on building relationships, collaborating with clients, solving marketing challenges and developing
partnerships. This position offers the opportunity to sell products including 97.1 The Fan, 1460 ESPN Columbus, ONN
Radio, which reaches 76 affiliate networks throughout the state as well as the Dispatch’s network of web properties
and event sponsorship opportunities. This position requires two or more years of successful business to business sales
experience, and a degree in marketing. Experience in radio network sales or marketing is a plus. If you have the
ability to build strong relationships, identify opportunities and build creative solutions and thrive on challenges, apply
today.
Qualified applicants may apply online at www.dispatchbroadcast.