The FCC’s Media Bureau has released its annual data regarding the number of broadcast stations.  In all, there are 33,551 broadcast facilities operating in the United States.  The breakdown is as follows: Compared to last year, there are 57 fewer AM stations and 24 fewer commercial FM stations, but 353 more non-commercial FM stations.  There were also 11 more commercial UHF TV stations, but 6 fewer commercial VHF TV stations. There was 1 more noncommercial UHF TV station and 4 more noncommercial VHF TV stations. You can see the FCC’s  Public Notice here .

Two key pieces of legislation have not yet been signed by the Governor.  Under New York Law, once the legislature sends a bill to the Governor, she has 10 days to sign it.  The failure to sign is equivalent to a veto. As a result, the Governor’s office and the legislature usually coordinate when a bill will be sent over for the Governor’s signature.  As we go to press, only the Advertising: Synthetic Performers Bill (S.8240/A.8887B) has been sent to the Governor for her signature. Keep Police Radio Public Act (S.416A/A.3516) : NYPD and other jurisdictions are in the process of encrypting all police communications.  As a result, broadcast journalists are unable to obtain information regarding police activity in their local community.  The legislation would require law enforcement to provide professional journalists to obtain access to basic dispatch information in real time.  At the same time, it would protect sensitive police communications.  Under the bill, the NY Secretary of State would create a list of journalists eligible to obtain access.  We have urged the Governor to sign this bill. You can see a complete analysis of the Keep Police Radio Public Act here . Advertising: Synthetic Performers Bill (S.8240A/A.8887B): After a considerable battle, we were able to amend legislation that would limit liability for broadcasting advertisements with computer-generated human images or voices.  The new law would require stations to include disclosures for any ad containing a computer-generated voice or image.  We were able to exclude radio and audio services from the bill.  For television, liability would apply only to the entities that created the advertisement.  Stations would not be liable for broadcasting advertisements containing computer-generated images from networks or syndicators.  The legislation would become effective 180 days after it is signed by the Governor.  While not perfect, we believe the risk of liability to stations has been significantly reduced with our amendments.  You can see a complete analysis of the Synthetic Performers legislation here . We have been urging the Governor’s office to sign both bills.  We will continue these efforts through December.

The Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau (Bureau) of the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) issued a Public Notice reminding broadcasters of their responsibility to ensure the security of their broadcast networks and systems.  The Public Notice was in response to the recent string of cyber intrusions against various radio broadcasters that resulted in the broadcast of obscene materials and the misuse of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) Attention Signal. According to the FCC: “It appears that these recent hacks were caused by a compromised studio-transmitter link (STL)— the broadcast equipment that carries program content from the studio to remote transmitters—with threat actors often accessing improperly secured Barix equipment and reconfiguring it to receive attacker controlled audio in lieu of station programming. Affected stations broadcast to the public an attacker inserted audio stream that includes an actual or simulated Attention Signal and EAS alert tones, as well as obscene language, and other inappropriate material.” This is a critical issue.  Make sure you have adequately protected your EAS systems.  You can see the FCC’s Public Notice issued by the Public Safety Bureau with specific suggestions to address the problem here .

The Broadcast IT Engineer is responsible for the technical infrastructure and systems that support broadcast operations. This role provides remote and onsite support for WAMC studios. Monitoring, installing, configuring, testing, and documenting broadcast equipment and software from the studio, to the transmitter sites, to the cloud. Starting salary: $60,000 annually Please submit a resume and cover letter to Stacey Rosenberry at srosenberry@wamc.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted < Back Broadcast IT Engineer WAMC Albany, NY, USA Apply Now Job Type Engineering About the Role The Broadcast IT Engineer is responsible for the technical infrastructure and systems that support broadcast operations. This role provides remote and onsite support for WAMC studios. Monitoring, installing, configuring, testing, and documenting broadcast equipment and software from the studio, to the transmitter sites, to the cloud. Starting salary: $60,000 annually Please submit a resume and cover letter to Stacey Rosenberry at srosenberry@wamc.org . Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted Requirements Possess In-depth knowledge of broadcast-specific software, server virtualization (HyperV & VMware), and hardware such as transmitters, consoles, and audio servers. Expertise in digital audio workstations (DAWs), audio processing, and digital asset management software is required. Experience Knowledge in conventional and modern broadcast technologies (automation systems, file-based storage, and editing software). Knowledge in broadcast infrastructure and understanding for Broadcast system cabling installation requirements. Knowledge in radio systems and theory, analogue and digital communications and digital radio transmission. Knowledge in emerging technologies within the broadcast industry About the Company WAMC is an equal-opportunity employer. It is the policy of WAMC that all employees and applicants for employment will be treated and considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran status, familial status, domestic violence status, arrest or conviction record, or any other protected classification.

PIX 11 in New York City is looking for a Nightside Executive Producer to oversee news content produced all of our platforms. This EP is responsible for the overall content of our newscasts, digital properties including PIX11.com and the PIX11+ streaming app and social platforms. A successful candidate must have strong leadership skills, emotional intelligence, news judgment and excellent digital and social media abilities. You must also be familiar with the New York City news market and be able to guide, coach and mentor our staff. We need someone with a creative and competitive spirit. This is an exempt position, with starting salary $120,000. < Back Executive Producer WPIX 11 New York, USA Apply Now Job Type Television About the Role PIX 11 in New York City is looking for a Nightside Executive Producer to oversee news content produced all of our platforms. This EP is responsible for the overall content of our newscasts, digital properties including PIX11.com and the PIX11+ streaming app and social platforms. A successful candidate must have strong leadership skills, emotional intelligence, news judgment and excellent digital and social media abilities. You must also be familiar with the New York City news market and be able to guide, coach and mentor our staff. We need someone with a creative and competitive spirit. This is an exempt position, with starting salary $120,000. Requirements Previous newsroom management experience, minimum of 5 years Demonstrated ability work under deadline pressures and work in a rapid, fast-paced environment Excellent verbal and written communication skills Must be flexible with working hours and adaptable to change Experience Minimum of 5 years of producing experience in a top 5 market About the Company EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

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