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KTRK-TV is searching for television professionals to fill the following openings.

CURRENT OPENINGS
Multimedia Journalist
Digital/Interactive Account Executive
Temporary Web Photographer/Editor/Producer
Temporary News Reporter
Mobile Assignments Photographer
Temporary News Reporter
News Photographer
IT Broadcast Systems Specialist
Temporary Sports Producer
Digital Content Intern
News Intern
Community Affairs Intern
Broadcast Technology/Engineering Intern
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IT BROADCAST SYSTEMS SPECIALIST

KTRK-TV the ABC owned station located in Houston, TX is seeking an experienced IT Broadcast Systems Specialist. This is a great opportunity for someone with advanced knowledge of computerized television broadcast equipment and systems including, but not limited to, master control automation, graphics systems, newsroom automation systems, and Non-Linear Editing Systems such as Avid, Edius, and Final Cut Studio. Strong computer networking skills are required.

The ideal candidate will have experience providing technical support in a broadcast environment and requires someone with a proven track record managing projects. We are looking for someone that is motivated to excel and possess strong interpersonal skills. Candidates must be willing to work a schedule that will include nights and weekends throughout the year.

To be considered for this position you must apply on-line at www.disneycareers.com by uploading a resume file and cover letter. Job Req # 127082BR No phone calls please. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D.

MOBILE ASSIGNMENTS PHOTOGRAPHER

KTRK-TV the ABC owned station located in Houston, TX is seeking a full time overnight experienced Mobile Assignments Photographer (MAP). This is a great opportunity for someone with at least three years experience in all facets of television news photography including lighting, audio and editing, and show exceptional knowledge and creativity in these areas. A good eye for news photography, the ability to work in the field unsupervised or with various reporters and ability to work in deadline situations is required. The ideal candidate will have experience or be able to operate a microwave live truck and must be able to lift and carry 30 lbs. of equipment with a good driving record.

Additionally, the ideal candidate will be responsible for all facets of the assignment desk, which includes but is not limited to making beat-checks, answering phones, monitoring police and fire radios, getting information and developing stories. This position requires someone that is able to handle many different responsibilities at the same time and should be detail-oriented. Good news judgment, an even temper, patience and strong communication skills are essential. Applicants must be able to take directions, but should also be able to work without supervision. The candidate will work overnight nights and some weekends and must have a flexible schedule.

To be considered for this position you must apply on-line at www.disneycareers.com by uploading a resume file and cover letter. Job Req # 126915BR No phone calls please, and no third parties. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D.

NEWS INTERN

KTRK-TV, the ABC Owned station located in Houston, TX is accepting applications for a paid NEWS INTERNSHIP for the fall semester. Internships are available to currently enrolled college students in their junior or senior year pursuing careers in the television/media field and must receive college credit for the internship. The internship program is designed to provide students with an on-site educational experience that complements their academic studies. Interns will have an opportunity to observe and participate in the daily work and operations of a major market, television station.

As an intern you will attend production meetings, assist the assignment desk, research news topics, view and log tapes, transcribe interviews and edit video along with other duties. Interns also will also have an opportunity to, on occasion, travel with reporters and field crews for stories and live remotes. Applicants must be currently enrolled in college and supply written verification of eligibility to receive academic credit for the internship at the start of the internship. Additionally, applicants must be able to work at least one day per week and the hours may vary depending on scheduling and will include some weekend and early morning and evening hours.

All interested applicants must apply online at www.disneycareers.com, Job Reqs 118520BR, 118521BR, 118522BR, 118523BR. Please upload a cover letter, your resume outlining other internships, degrees earned, work experience, related clubs and organizations, current major course of study, expected graduation date and extra curricular activities. No phone calls please. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D

DIGITAL CONTENT INTERN

KTRK-TV, the ABC Owned station located in Houston, TX is accepting applications for a paid DIGITAL CONTENT INTERNSHIP for the fall semester. Internships are available to currently enrolled college students in their junior or senior year pursuing careers in the television/media field and must receive college credit for the internship. The internship program is designed to provide students with an on-site educational experience that complements their academic studies. Interns will have an opportunity to observe and participate in the daily work and operations of a major market, television station.

As an intern, you will turn content generated from multiple sources into comprehensive stories formatted for digital display in a fast-paced environment. The intern will interact with newsroom personnel to get text, video and images onto multiple digital platforms. Intern will make have hand in keeping station's various social media platforms active. Applicants must be currently enrolled in college and supply written verification of eligibility to receive academic credit for the internship at the start of the internship. Additionally, applicants must be able to work at least one day per week and the hours may vary depending on scheduling and will include some weekend and early morning and evening hours.

All interested applicants must apply online at www.disneycareers.com, Job Req 118524BR. Please upload a cover letter, your resume outlining other internships, degrees earned, work experience, related clubs and organizations, current major course of study, expected graduation date and extracurricular activities. No phone calls please. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D

COMMUNITY AFFAIRS INTERN

KTRK-TV, the ABC Owned station located in Houston, TX is accepting applications for a paid COMMUNITY AFFAIRS INTERNSHIP for the fall semester. Internships are available to currently enrolled college students in their junior or senior year pursuing careers in the television/media field and must receive college credit for the internship. The internship program is designed to provide students with an on-site educational experience that complements their academic studies. Interns will have an opportunity to observe and participate in the daily work and operations of a major market, television station.

As an intern you will attend help in the production of community affairs shows, including scheduling of guests, help gathering and editing video, assist with community drives, forums and outreach. Each area requires significant planning, scheduling and execution. Applicants must be currently enrolled in college and supply written verification of eligibility to receive academic credit for the internship at the start of the internship. Additionally, applicants must be able to work at least one day per week and the hours may vary depending on scheduling and may include some weekend and early morning and evening hours.

All interested applicants must apply online at www.disneycareers.com, Job Req #118526BR. Please upload a cover letter, your resume outlining other internships, degrees earned, work experience, related clubs and organizations, current major course of study, expected graduation date and extra curricular activities. No phone calls please. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D

NEWS PHOTOGRAPHER/LIVE TRUCK OPERATOR - TEMPORARY

KTRK-TV, the ABC O&O located in Houston, TX, has an opening for a temporary News Photographer/Live Truck Operator. Candidates should have a minimum three years experience in all facets of television news photography including lighting, audio and editing, and show exceptional knowledge and creativity in these areas. Applicants should have a good eye for news photography, be able to work in the field unsupervised or with various reporters and be able to work in deadline situations. The ideal candidate will have experience or be able to operate a microwave live truck and must be able to lift and carry 30 lbs. of equipment. All interested applicants must apply on-line at www.disneycareers.com by uploading a resume file, cover letter and list of references. Interested applicants should also send a resume tape sample of your news related work to: Human Resources, KTRK-TV, 3310 Bissonnet, Houston, TX 77005. Please Reference Job ID: 126911BR on all materials submitted. No phone calls please, and no third parties. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D.

BROADCAST TECHNOLOGY/ENGINEERING INTERN

KTRK-TV, the ABC Owned station located in Houston, TX is accepting applications for a paid BROADCAST TECHNOLOGY/ENGINEERING INTERNSHIP for the fall semester. Internships are available to currently enrolled college students in their junior or senior year pursuing careers in the television/media field and must receive college credit for the internship. The internship program is designed to provide students with an on-site educational experience that complements their academic studies. Interns will have an opportunity to observe and participate in the daily work and operations of a major market, television station.

As an intern you will gain firsthand experience in a broadcast technical environment. You will gain experience in networking and computer hardware/software troubleshooting and support as well as learning how to maintain broadcast systems such as automation, news editing systems and live news vans. Applicants must be currently enrolled in college and supply written verification of eligibility to receive academic credit for the internship at the start of the internship. Additionally, applicants must be able to work at least one day per week and the hours may vary depending on scheduling and may include some weekend and early morning and evening hours.

All interested applicants must apply online at www.disneycareers.com, Job Req #118525BR. Please upload a cover letter, your resume outlining other internships, degrees earned, work experience, related clubs and organizations, current major course of study, expected graduation date and extracurricular activities. No phone calls please. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D

TEMPORARY SPORTS PRODUCER

KTRK-TV, the ABC O&O located in Houston, TX is looking for a TEMPORARY SPORTS PRODUCER to be responsible for gathering, shooting, writing, editing and producing content from the field or inside the newsroom to be presented on multiple platforms including on-air and online. The ideal candidate would be proficient in enterprising sports stories, shooting footage, proficient in ENG/SNG technology, writing content and using production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance stories and produce well-paced segments under daily pressure. Must be a solid live presenter and be web savvy and can be used as a news gathering asset when called upon by management. The ideal candidate should also have experience producing long form sports shows and specials, 30 to 60 minutes in length.

Candidates must have 3 to 5 years of television reporting/photography experience; with a college degree in journalism or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Additionally, must demonstrate experience in shooting, writing, non-linear editing and on-air presentation skills as well as have the ability to work under pressure in a fast paced and deadline driven environment. Current valid driver's license and excellent driving history required.

For consideration, all interested applicants must apply on-line at www.disneycareers.com by uploading a resume file, cover letter and list of references. If you thrive on sports and enjoy a fast paced environment please send examples of video photography, including game action, along with editing and sportscasts and/or sports segments that you have produced to: Human Resources, KTRK-TV, 3310 Bissonnet, Houston, TX 77005. Please Reference Job ID: 112113BR on all materials submitted. No phone calls please, and no third parties. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D.

Human Resources
KTRK-TV
3310 Bissonnet
Houston, TX 77005

No phone calls please, and no third party solicitation. KTRK-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TEMPORARY NEWS REPORTER

KTRK-TV, an ABC O&O located in Houston, TX, has an opening for a full time temporary News Reporter.

Candidates should have experience in general assignment reporting, including Live ENG and satellite work. Applicants must be able to develop contacts, enterprise good, hard news stories, and respond well to breaking and spot news. Candidates must have outstanding writing skills and the ability to make good use of graphics and production equipment. Must be willing to work evenings and weekends.

Human Resources
KTRK-TV
3310 Bissonnet
Houston, TX 77005

No phone calls please, and no third party solicitation. KTRK-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TEMPORARY NEWS REPORTER

KTRK-TV, an ABC O&O located in Houston, TX, has an opening for a full time temporary News Reporter.

Human Resources
KTRK-TV
3310 Bissonnet
Houston, TX 77005

No phone calls please, and no third party solicitation. KTRK-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

DIGITAL/INTERACTIVE ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

KTRK, the local ABC Owned Television Station is seeking a Sales Professional to sell our portfolio of digital assets. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with tangible experience in closing sales and 2+ years of sales/business development.

Experience in the media/online industry, the desire to build lasting client and agency relationships, taking ownership of a project and seeing it through to completion are big pluses. If you are conversant in online advertising, search marketing and mobile advertising, have professional presentation skills and the ability to build and present client proposals this may be your opportunity to work with Houston's Leading News Properties. Only those with strong prospecting, networking, successful cold calling and a great closing ratio need apply. BA/BS degree is preferred.

Candidates must apply on-line at www.disneycareers.com by uploading a resume file. Please reference Job ID: 99761BR on all materials submitted. No phone calls please, no third parties.

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.

MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST

KTRK-TV, the ABC Owned station located in Houston, TX, has an opening for a full time temporary Multi Media Journalist.

Do you like to do-it-all when it comes to great story telling for TV? Do you enjoy being behind the camera and in front of it too? KTRK ABC13 in Houston is looking to fill a temporary position for a hard-working multi-media journalist able to shoot, edit and report stories and live breaking news for broadcast, web and mobile platforms. Applicant must be proficient in working alone or with a crew and meeting multiple deadlines.

All interested applicants must apply on-line at www.disneycareers.com by uploading a resume file, cover letter and list of references. Interested applicants should also send video tape samples of your news related work to: Human Resources, KTRK-TV, 3310 Bissonnet, Houston, TX 77005. Please Reference Job ID: 113105BR on all materials submitted. No phone calls please, and no third parties. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D.

TEMPORARY WEB PHOTOGRAPHER/EDITOR/PRODUCER

KTRK-TV is looking for a temporary multimedia web producer who can do it all for its Internet department. The ideal candidate will have the following:

Three years experience working in major market television or print news Internet operation

Experience on Final Cut Pro

Experience on Photoshop

Experience shooting with both still and video camera

Experience creating and editing video for distribution on multiple platforms

Candidate must be able to handle many projects simultaneously. Candidate must be a self-start and have a 'Do It Now' mentality to excel in our fast-paced environment and must be able to easily adapt to changes. No beginners. This position may include weekends and evenings.

All interested applicants must apply online at www.disneycareers.com by uploading a resume file, cover letter and list of references. Please Reference Job ID: 114549 on all materials submitted. No phone calls please, and no third parties. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D.

Annual Equal Employment Opportunity Public File Report 2009 This Annual EEO Report is filed on behalf of KTRK-TV in compliance with the FCC's EEO reporting requirements. KTRK-TV, an ABC, Inc. owned television station broadcasting to the metropolitan Houston area, serves over 1.8 million households in the Greater Houston area and 11 outlying counties. This report includes information from March 16, 2008 to March 15, 2009, and in addition to our website, it has been placed in the station's public file. KTRK-TV is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a policy that advances opportunities for all qualified individuals. It is our policy to promote the realization of equal employment opportunities through a positive, continuing program of specific recruitment, outreach, hiring promotion, and other practices designed to ensure the full realization of equal employment opportunity. To make this policy effective, and to ensure conformance with the requirements of the FCC, we have adopted an equal opportunity program as described herein.

JOB VACANCY INFORMATION As an equal opportunity employer, KTRK-TV is committed to disseminating information about job vacancies as widely as possible. All full-time job vacancies are posted through the ABC, Inc. Job Posting circulated by ABC, Inc. internally within the Company, in trade publications and websites with a broad-based readership that includes women and minorities, and in local minority community newspapers. Job outreach used for all job vacancies include a mailing list that we developed, maintained and updated; trade publications, job banks, and websites. This list contains the contact information of organizations and those that have requested to be placed on our mailing list for job openings as a result of ads and outreach. This list is periodically updated. See Details in Attachment A: Job Sources

RECORD KEEPING In compliance with EEO record keeping requirements, the Station creates a file for each position to be filled. Each of these files contains a summary sheet with the job title, the date recruitment started, the total number of applicants, what recruitment sources were used for each opening, the date the job was filled, and the source that referred the hired individual. Station procedure requires approval by the President and General Manager and the applicable Department Head prior to extending a job offer. EEO requirements and management responsibility toward EEO are discussed regularly at management meetings. See Details in Attachment B: Vacancies Filled

2011 ANNUAL EEO REPORT FOR KTRK-TV (doc)