Florida's First Female News Reporter and Anchor Dies

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ANOTHER RECORD-BREAKING YEAR! The Suncoast Chapter has received over 1,750 entries for this year’s Suncoast Regional Emmy® Awards! That’s an all-time high for the chapter! The ease of online entering and video uploading has made a huge difference in the entry process and the feedback and participation from the membership has been overwhelmingly supportive! THANK YOU and good luck to all our entrants!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! SNEAK PEEK is back starting Oct. 10th. “Like us” on Facebook and watch as we reveal some of the 2016 Suncoast Regional Emmy® Nominees! The full nominee list will appear Oct. 17th on our chapter website suncoastchapter.org. Stay tuned!

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CHAPTER NEWS 2016 SUNCOAST REGIONAL EMMY® AWARDS SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2016

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We’re gearing up for the 2016 Suncoast Regional Emmy® Awards which will be held on Saturday, December 3, 2016 at the Rosen Centre Hotel in Orlando. This Emmy® Award evening is set to be the best ever and the BIGGEST yet!

The Rosen Centre Hotel offers 24 stories with 1,334 luxurious guestrooms and suites. Features include an Olympic-size tropical 9840 International Drive, Orlando, Florida 32819 outdoor swimming pool and The Spa at Rosen Centre, featuring Eligibilityrosencentre.com Period for Entry Submissions:seven treatment July suites, 1, a full-service2014 – hairJune salon, 30, health 2015 club and state-of-the-art ﬁtness center.

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CHAPTER NEWS ROSEN CENTRE SPECIAL $109 PER NIGHT EMMY® AWARD RATE

Rosen Centre Hotel is offering a special Emmy® Award rate of $109 per night. Reservations can be made when the Emmy® Awards invites go online October 19th. Just request the Group Rate for The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences when making your reservations at 800-274-7234.

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It will be the perfect opportunity to make it a long weekend and visit all the attractions that Orlando has to offer. There’s a huge array of venues on International Drive that make this the optimal location before and after the Emmy® Awards. If your schedule permits, you have the option to add on a mini-getaway with your family and friends that come to cheer you on at the Emmy® Awards gala. In addition to being close to theme parks, shopping and world-class golf, Rosen Centre Hotel is just 12 minutes from

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2016 EMMY® NOMINATIONS

Starting Oct. 10th • Like us on Facebook • Be the ﬁrst to get the low down!

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CHAPTER NEWS ROSEN CENTRE FABULOUS ON-SITE RESTAURANTS

Rosen Centre Hotel is home to some of the ﬁnest restaurants on Orlando’s International Drive. And it is much more than a dining convenience to have such a great variety of restaurants on-site—it’s a culinary achievement.

Rosen Centre offers nine restaurants/ lounges offering cuisine from gourmet to deli fare. The Everglades Restaurant and Bar offers superb dining in a beautiful themed setting that captures the atmosphere of the Florida Everglades. Cafe Gauguin offers extensive buffets, as well as full-service menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner in a casual dining atmosphere.

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98 Forty Tapas & Tequila offers sophisticated tapas-style dishes and ©Rosen Centre Hotel an extensive selection of 40 premium tequilas. Banshoo Sushi with bar seating for six and a communal table for 12, features a creative selection of specialty sushi rolls, fresh sashimi and inventive signature seafood dishes as well as distinct cocktails, wines and sake in a casual atmosphere. Red’s Deli serves New York flavor, snacks, baked goods, and convenience items 24 hours a day. Sam & Bubbe’s™ is a great lounge for a laid-back night of relishing traditional Jewish noshes, savoring your favorite drink, and enjoying conversations with friends. Smoooth Java proudly serves gourmet coffees along with a variety of fresh muffins, pastries and desserts. Escape into a tropical oasis where you can kick back, relax, and enjoy the flavors of Floribbean cuisine at Harry’s Poolside Bar & Grill. From mojito-glazed salmon and conch fritters to mango crab cakes and grapefruit and habanero NY sirloin, Harry’s is the place to be!

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AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM KARLA MacDONALD, SUNCOAST CHAPTER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

I would like to personally thank everyone who has repeatedly stepped up to judge for the Suncoast Chapter. So far this year, we have judged over 1500 Emmy® entries for several different Chapters. This year, the Suncoast Chapter received over 1750 entries. I am expecting to have several different Chapters judge our entries. We must reciprocate by judging their entries. In order for the process to be a success, we need all the help we can get. If you can help, please contact me at [email protected].

Kara McDa

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CHAPTER NEWS FLORIDA’S FIRST FEMALE NEWS REPORTER AND ANCHOR DIES By Kevin Eck TVSPY

Molly Turner, the ﬁrst female reporter and anchor in Florida, has died at the age of 93.

Turner started her career at WTVJ in 1951 on the Saturday morning Country & Western themed Uncle Martin Show.

She joined ABC affiliate WPLG in the 1960s as a midday anchor and public service director. In 1969, Post-Newsweek bought WPLG and made her the region’s first female reporter. Molly Turner and Dwight Lauderdale Her influence was immeasurable, paving the way for the late Ann Bishop, another WPLG TV news legend, who once credited Turner for thrusting doors open for female broadcasters, as well as Carmel Cafiero, WSVN- Channel 7’s first female reporter, who retired June 30 after 43 years at the station, and WSVN’s current news anchor Belkys Nerey.

“I grew up watching her on TV, 100 percent,” said Nerey. “ She did all the consumer stuff. Such a strong, hard-hitting reporter. One of those women that nothing could stop them. ‘If there’s a wrong, I’m righting it’ and that’s what a good journalist is. I remember watching her in middle school and thinking, ‘That is some job that lady has got.’”

WFOR WEEKEND METEOROLOGIST RESIGNS By Kevin Eck TVSPY

Meteorologist John Gerard has resigned from Miami CBS-owned station WFOR.

“For those of you who were wondering, I resigned from my position at CBS4,” Gerard wrote on his Facebook page. “Totally my decision & I thank WFOR for the opportunity they offered me. Thanks for all of your support over the years, wherever I wind up I’m taking y’all with me.

Carpe diem & God bless you.” John Gerard Gossip Extra’s Jose Lambiet reports the resignation comes weeks after signing a two-year contract extension.

He was named weekend weather anchor in April 2014. He has also worked at WPLG and WTVJ in Miami.

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CHAPTER NEWS October 10th Sneak Peek starts on Facebook October 17th 2016 Suncoast Regional Emmy® Awards nomination list online Dates at suncoastchapter.org October 19th Emmy® Awards invitation online to at suncoastchapter.org Remember! December 3rd 2016 Suncoast Regional Emmy® Awards at Rosen Centre Hotel in Orlando

WHAT’S HAPPENING OUT THERE?

SUNCOAST CHAPTER NEWS SEARCH

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 right here in Tube Talk.

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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SUNCOAST JOB OPPORTUNITIES

WSVN-TV Miami- Ft. Lauderdale, Florida Sales Assistant (316-626: SALES ASSISTANT FT-07/25/16-JD-KW) Sales Assistant to assist local Sales staff and Research Department. Duties include but are not limited to, preparation of sales presentations, answering phones, faxing, taking and inputting orders, handling customer questions and general ofﬁce functions. Candidate will need to gain an understanding of NSI Ratings and learn to utilize media programs such as Wide Orbit Media Sales, OSI, Media Monitors, and be proﬁcient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Marketing/Advertising Degree preferred. Send resume to: WSVN-TV, Inc., Attn: Human Resources, PO Box 1118, Miami, FL 33138 Fax: (305) 795-2794, personnel@wsvn.com Resumes without a JOB NUMBER will not be processed. WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. http://wsvn.com/career-opportunities/

FT. MYERS BROADCASTING COMPANY Ft. Myers, Florida Digital Content Producer Seeking someone to lead breaking news coverage online, manage the station’s website and social media presence, write original news stories, rewrite television news packages for the web and create/edit video and still photos. Please send resume and cover letter to [email protected] http://www.broadcast-center.com/fmbc_joblist.pdf

WTTA-TV Tampa, Florida Account Executive WTTA-TV is looking for an Account Executive to develop new and incremental revenue for our television and digital offerings. Candidate must have the talents to be a successful marketing-oriented salesperson and have an understanding of customer focused selling, marketing and business, as well as good writing skills and excellent communication skills. Excel, Power Point, Word skills. We offer a comprehensive benefit packet. Apply online (preferred method) or send resume and cover letter to advertisingjobs@wfla.com or mail to WTTA-TV, Attn: Human Resources, 200 S. Parker Street, Tampa, FL 33606. Please refer to “Account Executive” on any submission. EOE M/F/D/V Drug test and background check required e-Verify is used upon hire to confirm eligibility for employment in the U.S. https://jobs.mediageneral.com/JobDetails.asp?varID=FLA-000597

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SUNCOAST JOB OPPORTUNITIES

WFTV-TV Orlando, Florida Television News Photographer (Job Number 164665) WFTV, a Cox Media Group television station, has an opening for a great television News Photographer to enhance its award- winning staff. If you`re considered among the best at visual storytelling, teamwork, problem solving, and creativity, please apply. Must be willing to work all shifts and have a positive attitude with a desire to learn and improve. Responsibilities: Shoot and edit news content for all platforms. Operate live trucks and associated systems. Qualiﬁcations: A working technical knowledge of ENG/ SNG trucks, FTP, electronic video services, television photography and editing software is a required. https://jobs.coxmediagroup.com/job/orlando/television-news-photographer/1646/1804714

WJXT-TV Jacksonville, FL Talent Coordinator WJXT-TV, a Graham Media Group station, is looking for a PT Talent Coordinator. You will assist the Executive Producer with setting up guest interviews, developing questions and maintaining a list of resources. You will research, make calls and produce TV segments. In addition, you will provide content for the web and social media platforms. You will also assist the assignment desk as needed. You must be detailed oriented, follow current events and pop culture. We are looking for a self-starter with good time management skills. Prefer someone familiar with the Jacksonville area. Requirements: You must be available when news breaks and be willing to work ﬂexible hours, weekends and holidays as needed. Prefer college degree in journalism or communication. Send resume to: kbonﬁeld@wjxt.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. http://www.news4jax.com/station/careers/wjxt-content-coordinator

WDSU-TV New Orleans, LA Assistant News Director WDSU-TV, Hearst Television’s NBC afﬁliate in New Orleans, LA has an opening for an Assistant News Director. The Assistant News Director shall work closely with the News Director in regard to the day to-day management of the news team, including development and execution of coverage plans, coordination of long-term projects, scheduling of staff and various personnel matters. The Assistant News Director works with other managers, with producers and with reporters and anchors to develop compelling content and to present it in the best possible manner. This individual will play a key role in managing breaking news coverage. Required Skills: Candidates should demonstrate outstanding organizational and communication skills, and possess creative flair. We are looking for a newsroom leader who can implement the mission consistently and effectively. Education: College degree is strongly preferred. Required Experience: 5 years of experience in television news with a minimum of 3 years in a management position. http://careers.hearsttelevision.com/ShowJob/Id/788159/Assistant-News-Director/

WDSU-TV New Orleans, LA Executive Producer WDSU-TV, Hearst Television’s NBC afﬁliate in New Orleans, LA, has an opening for an Executive Producer. The Executive Producer shall work with producers and other members of the news team to create newscasts that are informative and compelling. The Executive Producer will focus on the content and presentation related to regularly scheduled newscasts and other programming, including breaking news coverage. Required Skills: Candidates should demonstrate outstanding organizational and communications skills and possess a creative ﬂair. Candidates should understand the legal and ethical standards relative to broadcast journalism and should demonstrate an understanding of digital and social media. College degree is strongly preferred or equivalent work experience. 5 years of producing experience is required. Previous management experience preferred. http://careers.hearsttelevision.com/ShowJob/Id/870697/Executive-Producer/

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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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