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Call for Entries 2016 Suncoast Regional Emmy® Awards

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CHAPTER NEWS SUNCOAST BOARD OF GOVERNORS CHANGING OF THE GUARD

Karla MacDonald, Suncoast Executive Director honors outgoing Chip Richards presents Frances Hernandez, WPBT Channel 2, with Chapter President Chip Richards with a commemorative EMMY® a commemorative plaque for her service as a Suncoast Governor

Karla MacDonald presented outgoing Suncoast Chapter President Chip Richards, former Production Manager of WLRN-TV, with a commemorative EMMY® at the Board of Governors May meeting. Chip’s term as President of the Chapter has ended and newly elected President John Mays, Production Manager, WFOR/CBS4 will now be at the helm of the Suncoast Chapter. Barbara Alfonso, Director, TeleXitos, Miami will serve the chapter as 1st Vice President and Alternate Trustee and Frances Hernandez, Manager, National Productions, WPBT Channel 2 will serve as 2nd Vice President and Trustee. Maria Cristina Barros will serve the chapter as a Trustee.

According to the Suncoast Chapter by-laws, members of the Board of Governors who faithfully serve two 2-year terms receive a gold plaque in appreciation. Frances Hernandez, newly elected 2nd Vice President completed her terms as a board member and received her plaque from Chip Richards. Natalia Crujeiras, Chief Content Officer for the Office of Cuba Broadcasting completed her terms as a board member and was also presented with a plaque. Natalia was not in attendance at the May meeting.

Also at the May meeting, the Board of Governors elected four new board members. They are Victor Hernandez, Career and Technical Education/Fine Arts Dept. Head TV Production, Alonzo and Tracy Mourning Senior High, Sarah Landman, VP, Production + Post Production,Eligibility Dolphin Digital Period Media, Sandra for Entry Peebles Submissions:, News Anchor/Reporter, July WLTV 1, Univision 2014 23– Juneand Susan 30, Solano 2015 Vila, Vice President of Creative Services and Community Relations, WSCV Telemundo 51.

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CHAPTER NEWS

The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Suncoast Chapter SUNCOAST STUDENT TELEVISION AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE

to our Suncoast CatuatWinners & Honorable Mentions

STUDENT TELEVISION AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE WINNERS & HONORABLE MENTIONS The Suncoast Student Television Award of Excellence encourages the pursuit of excellence in video production and focuses public attention on outstanding achievements produced by college, university and high school students. The 2016 Suncoast High Television Awards of Excellence winners and honorable mentions are listed below.

COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY – WINNERS

Category 9 ANIMATION Escuela de Artes Plásticas de Puerto Rico, San Juan, PR “Flipped” Escuela de Artes Plásticas de Puerto Rico, San Juan, PR “Star Gaze”

Category 11 PHOTOGRAPHER Escuela de Artes Plásticas de Puerto Rico, San Juan, PR “Vortice”

Category 12 DIRECTING Miami Dade College, Miami, FL “Tesla”

Category 6 WRITING Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA “Twin Spans Rebuilt”

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CHAPTER NEWS COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY – HONORABLE MENTIONS

Category 1 NEWSCAST Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA “Northshore News (3/5/2015)”

Category 4 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT, CULTURAL AFFAIRS Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL “Use Social Media to Meet Your Idol”

Category 9 ANIMATION Escuela de Artes Plásticas de Puerto Rico, San Juan, PR “Pico y Espuela” Escuela de Artes Plásticas de Puerto Rico, San Juan, PR “The Perfect Man”

Category 11 PHOTOGRAPHER Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA “Stolen Dance”

Category 12 DIRECTING Escuela de Artes Plásticas de Puerto Rico, San Juan, PR “Sidewalk”

Category 13 EDITING Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA “Grace’s – Editing Composition”

NOTE: High School entries are judged in a separate contest from College entries. The scores produced by these two panels are not combined; instead the scores are interpreted separately for ﬁnal “cut-off” evaluation. HIGH SCHOOL – WINNERS

Category 2 NEWS STORY – SERIOUS NEWS Christopher Columbus High School / CCNN Live, Miami FL “Seeing Beyond the Darkness” Christopher Columbus High School / CCNN Live, Miami FL “Dangers of Digital Dating” Christopher Columbus High School / CCNN Live, Miami FL “Sofia’s Hope”

Category 3 NEWS STORY – LIGHT NEWS Alonzo and Tracy Mourning Senior High, North Miami Beach, FL “Sb+Rs+N7” School District of Lee County, Ft. Myers, FL “A High Five for Good” West Broward High School, Pembroke Pines, FL “JROTC Feature” WAHS News, American Heritage School, Plantation, FL “The Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism Conference: Dream. Dare. Do.”

Category 4 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT, CULTURAL AFFAIRS School District of Lee County, Ft. Myers, FL “Finding Her Balance”

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CHAPTER NEWS HIGH SCHOOL – WINNERS (continued)

West Broward High School, Pembroke Pines, FL Winners in Category 3 NEWS STORY – LIGHT NEWS, Category 5 LONG FORM (FICTION) and Category 8 PUBLIC AFFAIRS/COMMUNITY SERVICE/PUBLIC SERVICE (includes PSA’s)

Category 5 LONG FORM (Fiction) West Broward High School, Pembroke Pines, FL “Revolving Child”

Category 8 PUBLIC AFFAIRS/COMMUNITY SERVICE/PUBLIC SERVICE (includes PSA’s) Alonzo and Tracy Mourning Senior High, North Miami Beach, FL “Monster” West Broward High School, Pembroke Pines, FL “Words Hurt” Christopher Columbus High School / CCNN Live, Miami FL “Connect, Respect, Protect” Christopher Columbus High School / CCNN Live, Miami FL “Keep Columbus Clean” American Heritage School / WAHS News, Plantation, FL “Online Safety PSA”

Category 12 DIRECTING School District of Lee County, Ft. Myers, FL “CurrentLee Episode 42”

Category 13 EDITING School District of Lee County, Ft. Myers, FL “Breathe Easy”

Category 16 WRITING School District of Lee County, Ft. Myers, FL “Eco-Friendly Elementary”

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CHAPTER NEWS HIGH SCHOOL – HONORABLE MENTIONS

Category 1 NEWSCAST West Broward High School, Pembroke Pines, FL “Bobcat Broadcast (Back to School)”

Category 2 NEWS STORY – SERIOUS NEWS School District of Lee County, Ft. Myers, FL “Teacher Shortage”

Category 3 NEWS STORY – LIGHT NEWS Alonzo and Tracy Mourning Senior High, North Miami Beach, FL “Those Who Lead” Alonzo and Tracy Mourning Senior High, North Miami Beach, FL “Ten80 STEM Expo” School District of Lee County, Ft. Myers, FL “Estero Culinary” West Broward High School, Pembroke Pines, FL “Peaceful Ridge Rescue Feature”

Category 8 PUBLIC AFFAIRS/COMMUNITY SERVICE/PUBLIC SERVICE (includes PSA’s) School District of Lee County, Ft. Myers, FL “White Cane Awareness” West Broward High School, Pembroke Pines, FL “Internet Safety” American Heritage School / WAHS News, Plantation, FL “Healthier Lunch, Happier Students: Let’s Move, AHS!” Pine Crest School – PCTV, Ft. Lauderdale, FL “Pitbulls in Need of a Home”

Category 10 GRAPHICS Christopher Columbus High School / CCNN Live, Miami FL “CCNN Live Graphics Reel”

Category 11 PHOTOGRAPHER American Heritage School / WAHS News, Plantation, FL “Life Support”

Category 12 DIRECTING American Heritage School / WAHS News, Plantation, FL “Lights Out”

Category 13 EDITING Pine Crest School – PCTV, Ft. Lauderdale, FL “Football Team Hype” Christopher Columbus High School / CCNN Live, Miami FL “Revolutionizing the World of Custom Cleats”

Category 14 MUSIC ARRANGEMENTS/COMPOSITE Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, Miami, FL “Survive”

Category 16 WRITING American Heritage School / WAHS News, Plantation, FL “Life Support”

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We’d love to know what’s happening in your part of the Suncoast region! Tell us about current or upcoming events and projects, job openings, promotions, new technologies, tricks of the trade, etc. and we’ll share it with the rest of the Suncoast Chapter in Tube Talk, our chapter newsletter.

Just email Karla MacDonald, Suncoast Chapter Executive Director, at [email protected]. Submit your stories and photos by the 25th of each month and we’ll do our best to include it in an upcoming edition of Tube Talk.

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REGIONAL NEWS TIM BARBER LEAVING WFTV By Kevin Eck TVSPY

Tim Barber has left Orlando ABC affiliate WFTV.

He’s going to WJLA in Washington, D.C. where he’ll be a Monday through Friday nightside reporter.“I’m supposed to say how disappointed I am to be losing Tim, but I really am happy to see him get a chance to show Washington, D.C., what he can do,” news director Matt Parcell told the Orlando Sentinel. “Tim showed up from a small Texas market and had to figure out how to report at the level we require. He did it, and he did it very well. We’re Tim Barber glad he was on our team.”

Barber started at WFTV in 2011. He got his start at KAMC in Lubbock, Texas.

WFLA ADDS MIDDAY NEWSCAST

NBC affiliate WFLA Tampa is adding an 11 a.m. newscast starting Monday, June 13.

The one hour newscast will be anchored by Stacie Schaible and Gene Ramirez along with meteorologist Leigh Spann.

“The 11 a.m. time period gives News Channel 8 another exclusive opportunity to showcase our “8 On Your Side brand,” said Andy Alford, president and GM.

Stacie Schaible, Gene Ramirez and Leigh Spann

2016 SUNCOAST REGIONAL EMMY® AWARDS Save The Date! December 3rd at the Rosen Centre Hotel on International Drive, Orlando, FL.

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REGIONAL NEWS WTVT ADDS CONSUMER REPORTER By Kevin Eck TVSPY

Sorboni Banerjee is joining Tampa Fox-owned station WTVT as a consumer reporter.

“I can’t think of a more rewarding reporting role than helping viewers save time and money, stay safe, and keep up to date with technology and trends,” said Banerjee. “Social Media has made news a two-way street, and I can’t wait to reach out, and hear directly from the Tampa Bay community!” Sorboni Banerjee Banerjee last worked at WFXT in Boston. She worked at WHDH before that. She’s also worked as a morning anchor at WLNE in Rhode Island and political correspondent at WHAG in Hagerstown, Md.

SUNCOAST CHAPTER STATIONS FINALISTS IN PROMAXBDA LOCAL AWARDS

The PromaxBDA Station Summit takes place June 21-24 in Las Vegas. The annual PromaxBDA Local Awards which celebrates and honors the best in local media, marketing and design will be held on June 23 as part of the Station Summit held at The Mirage Hotel & Casino.

Local Suncoast Chapter stations are among the finalists – including WSVN-TV, WTVJ NBC 6, WSFL-TV, WFLA News Channel 8, WFTV and WDSU. Way to go! Congratulations to all the 2016 Finalists!

JUDGES NEEDED It’s easy. And it’s always great to see the work of our peers in other markets. You can judge at home or in your ofﬁce—all at your convenience. Entries are judged online and easy to access.The success of the Emmy® Awards process depends on the willingness of qualiﬁed professionals to serve as judges. Call or email Karla MacDonald today at 954.322.3171 or [email protected]. (if you don’t contact her, don’t worry ... she’ll eventually come looking for you!)

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SUNCOAST JOB OPPORTUNITIES

WSVN-TV Miami- Ft. Lauderdale, Florida Producer (316-604: PRODUCER FT– 05/12/16-CC-KC) We are looking for an aggressive, creative, on-line show producer. Should have medium market producing skills. Heavy emphasis on show stacking, headline and tease writing, as well as copy editing. Must be able to work in a fast paced environment and be able to meet deadlines. A Bachelor’s degree plus a minimum of two (2) years experience as a TV News Producer required. Must be proficient in Windows 7. Send resume to: WSVN-TV, Inc., Attn: Human Resources, PO Box 1118, Miami, FL 33138 Fax: (305) 795-2794, [email protected] Resumes without a JOB NUMBER will not be processed.

WSVN-TV Miami- Ft. Lauderdale, Florida Chyron Operator (316-606: CHYRON OPERATOR PT-05/20/16-KI-NR) Great opportunity to learn and work on the latest chyron product duet. Candidate will work in post-production, design and on-air environments. Must be organized, reliable and a good communicator. Must be able to work under pressure, meet deadlines, work flexible hours, weekend and holidays. Minimum 1 year experience or related college courses. Television majors welcome to apply. Send resume to: WSVN-TV, Inc., Attn: Human Resources, PO Box 1118, Miami, FL 33138 Fax: (305) 795-2794, [email protected] Resumes without a JOB NUMBER will not be processed.

WSVN-TV Miami- Ft. Lauderdale, Florida Studio Technician (316-608: STUDIO TECHNICIAN PT-05/20/16-GS-PM) Operates live studio camera during live news shows. Must understand format of shows for proper key camera shots. Must know operation of teleprompter and equipment associated with studio. Minimum of one year television production experience required. Jimmy Jib experience preferred. Must be available nights and weekends. Send resume to: WSVN-TV, Inc., Attn: Human Resources, PO Box 1118, Miami, FL 33138 Fax: (305) 795-2794, [email protected] Resumes without a JOB NUMBER will not be processed.

UNIVISION Miami-Ft. Lauderdale, Florida Human Resources Coordinator (Requisition ID: req 881) Fusion Media Group (FMG), which includes FUSION, The Root, The Onion, El Rey, Flama, Univision Digital, and Music, serves as the multi-platform destination for the new, rising American mainstream – delivering content that embodies the audience’s shared values and passion points across all platforms. Do you want to be a part of a company looking to transform their culture? Are you curious and have a passion for HR? Then Fusion Media Group is the place for you. We are looking for a dynamic, self-starter who likes to get things done. https://univision.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?id=881

WPBF-TV Palm Beach Gardens, Florida Reporter (Job ID: 1471) WPBF 25 is looking for a Reporter that has the ability to generate story ideas, write to video, and do compelling live shots. We are looking for a strong, take-charge reporter who hits the ground running every day. The successful candidate loves breaking news and is highly competitive. We value strong enterprise reporting and we’re looking for someone who finds the stories that lead newscasts. The Reporter is someone who can bring the energy of live reporting to our anchor desk. In addition to credibility, poise, and personality; we’re looking for a reporter who isn’t afraid to head out into the field and break the big stories. We are looking for this market’s next leader who isn’t afraid to ask the tough questions, and will hold those in power accountable. We are looking for a versatile, enterprising self-starter who is fast, efficient, works well under tight deadlines, can develop sources, and has excellent live reporting skills. http://careers.hearsttelevision.com/ShowJob/Id/844491/Reporter/

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SUNCOAST JOB OPPORTUNITIES

WESH/WKCF-TV Winter Park, FL Account Executive (Job ID:1499) The Account Executive is responsible for selling advertising to local businesses and ad agencies and negotiating ratings and rates with ad agencies. This position will also bring in new businesses to advertise on the TV and web. The ideal candidate is coachable, thrives in a goal-oriented team environment and has strong interpersonal skills. If you are motivated by an excellent product, great compensation, and working with a talented team of professionals, look no further. We will provide the tools for powerful multi-platform marketing solutions that will create partnerships to retain and grow our existing and new client base – you provide sales ability, positive attitude, client focus, and desire to WIN! If you want to work for the best, we want to hear from you today! http://careers.hearsttelevision.com/ShowJob/Id/856704/Account-Executive/

WJXT-TV Jacksonville, FL Production Manager WJXT-TV is looking for a Production Manager. We are looking for a self-motivated, team player who has excellent organizational, planning and strategic-thinking skills. You will report directly to the Director of News & Studio Operations. Must be flexible with schedule and be able to adjust workdays and work hours on short notice. Responsibilities: Coordinate, set-up and oversee live events and coverage. Implement new technologies for news gathering. Working knowledge of ENG photography and equipment so you can troubleshoot or help with live shots on special projects or events. Assist setting up shoots as needed for I-team, This Week in Jacksonville, special projects, sweeps, etc. Please send resume to: Nancy Tillman, ntillman@wjxt.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. http://www.news4jax.com/station/careers/production-manager

WJXT-TV Jacksonville, FL General Assignment Reporter - Nightside We are looking for a nightside general assignment reporter. Must be able to handle breaking news and turn daily content quickly. Need strong storyteller with the ability to produce engaging live shots, stand-ups and teases. Nightside reporter turns several stories an evening--- including content for web. Also responsible for social media postings. Prefer three years TV news reporting experience. Must be flexible with work schedule. Send resume to: Kathryn Bonfield/News Director, WJXT-TV, 4 Broadcast Place, Jacksonville, FL 32207 [email protected] Fax: (904) 393-9822 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. http://www.news4jax.com/station/careers/general-assignment-reporter-nightside

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Ofﬁcers Committee Chairs

John Mays, President and Trustee, Production Manager, Art & Design WFOR/CBS4, Miami Stacey Panson, Designer, Ft. Lauderdale Barbara Alfonso, 1st Vice President and Alternate Trustee, Director, TeleXitos, Miami Emmy Awards Frances Hernandez, 2nd Vice President and Trustee, John Mays, Production Manager, WFOR/CBS4, Miami Manager, National Productions, WPBT Channel 2, Miami Scholarship Maria Cristina Barros, Trustee Angela Ramos, Director, Community Empowerment, Karla MacDonald, Secretary, Suncoast Chapter Executive Director Local Media, WLTV/Univision23, Miami Betsy Behrens, Treasurer, Retired television producer Karla MacDonald, Executive Director Board of Governors Tel. 954-322-3171 e-mail [email protected]

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