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News Anchor/Reporter
KTBC Fox 7 the Fox O&O in Austin, TX is seeking an Anchor/Reporter to join our news team. The ideal candidate will possess strong presentation skills with the ability to enterprise unique stories as well as cover breaking and hard news. Strong live skills are required. The candidate will display professionalism and personality both on and off air. This position requires a strong work ethic, broad knowledge of current affairs and the ability to work effectively in a team environment. In addition, this anchor/reporter must develop sources, and pitch compelling, enterprise stories. May be required to do desktop editing. Candidate must have proven presence on social media and be as comfortable in the social media world as they are in broadcasting. The candidate must operate with a high degree of journalistic ethics, emotional intelligence and must demonstrated ability to develop and nurture a natural connection to people and the community.
You must be a self-starter with a great attitude and a desire to win. We require that you are able to work independently in a high pressure, fast-paced environment, gathering information to discern the news worthiness of events. When anchoring, you should be engaging with your co-anchors and the viewer. You should be able to go off-script in breaking news situations and not worry about a Teleprompter. When reporting, you will research thoroughly, write clearly, and produce stories that are compelling and memorable. You must be a voracious news consumer, engaged in our community and participate in station-sponsored events. Other duties as assigned and deemed appropriate.
Minimum 5 years on-camera experience in a medium or major market preferred. Bachelor’s degree required, journalism or a related field preferred. Candidate will be required to work outside their normal schedule as needed for breaking news, illness/vacation relief and special events coverage. May be required to travel at times. Must have a valid credit card and driver's license and be able to successfully pass a background check. Click Here to Apply.
Reporter
KTBC Fox 7 the Fox O&O in Austin, TX is re-imagining how local news is gathered and delivered. We’re hiring a reporter who loves breaking news and owning the big story of the day. Someone who understands that the role of a reporter must evolve to meet our audiences where they need us. We’re big on non-traditional techniques that bring relevant, memorable, and impactful storytelling to our website, news and streaming apps, social platforms and eventually on linear television.
The ideal candidate will have an ability to create content in ways that defy conventional thinking about television news. You’ll need to be a self-starter with excellent writing skills and have a vision for how each story will be told for different platforms. You’ll need to be able to shoot and edit video, although this is not considered an MMJ position. Strong live skills and the ability to meet frequent deadlines are critical for those breaking news and severe weather situations which often define the Houston news landscape.
We set big goals for audience engagement on social platforms and the reporter will be given the tools to meet and exceed those goals. We also expect reporters to be adept at using social media to enhance their newsgathering and reach broader audiences while maintaining journalistic integrity. Minimum 2 years of experience on-camera in a medium to major market newsroom is preferred. We’re a 24/7 news operation, so you must be able to work non-traditional hours, including early morning or late-night shifts, weekends and holidays as needed. Must have a valid driver's license and be able to successfully pass a background check. Click Here to Apply.
Newscast Director
KTBC Fox 7 the Fox O&O in Austin, TX, has an opening for a Newscast Director. The ideal candidate has experience using both manual and automated professional broadcast software/switchers to direct live newscasts, original programs, specials, wall-to-wall breaking news, severe weather coverage and other programing for both linear and digital platforms. The newscast director must also have demonstrated experience coding newscasts, including cameras, graphics and audio. The director will prepare show rundowns, coordinating all live shots and cues. Must have excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a passion for innovation, daring to be different each day. You’ll work closely with producers, on air talent, and production staff to break through the clutter of local news and stand out to our audience on all platforms, current and emerging. The director will lead camera crews, audio operator, and floor director, as needed. A minimum of two years’ experience directing and/or technical directing on-air for live news programing required. The ability to operate a broad range of production equipment, including character generators, audio consoles and master control equipment is desired. Lighting design experience is also a plus. Must be a visual thinker who is proactive, creative, takes initiative, reacts quickly, projects a positive attitude, and keeps their composure during stressful situations. College degree preferred. We’re a 24/7 news operation, so you must be able to work non-traditional hours, including early morning or late-night shifts, weekends and holidays as needed. Must have a valid driver's license and be able to successfully pass a background check. Click Here to Apply.
Digital Creative Producer
KTBC Fox 7 the Fox O&O in Austin, TX is looking for a Digital Creative Producer to join FOX 7’s in-house creative team. Work alongside our Creative Director, Managers, Account Executives, Editors, Designers and Digital Content Creators. Conceptualize, write, shoot and edit compelling promotional and commercial spots, and local content for broadcast and digital. You’ll be writing, shooting and editing commercials, original streaming programming and promotional spots, and other creative projects. This position plays a vital role in the success of our station!
Working with your supervisors, account executives, and producers, you'll handle the complete production process. This includes pre-production planning, scripting, supervising voice-over talent and graphic designers, creative editing, sound design and final packaging of creative. You will also be responsible for directing and shooting clients, anchors, lighting/camera crew members and reporters. Using on-air, OTT and digital platforms, you'll contribute to the team's success of creating effective audience-targeted advertising. Must be a highly organized, dependable, and creative problem solver. Perform other duties as needed, and as directed by the Creative Services Director and Department Managers.
Must have at least 2 years’ experience in a medium or large TV market or similar field. College degree preferred. Must be able to work on multiple projects at once, hit tight deadlines, be a strong communicator and have strong conceptual skills with the ability to direct talent. Recommended to be familiar with FOX 7 News & Programming. Experience with shooting Canon/Sony cameras, set & field lighting, and Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Media Encoder, Audition) or similar editing software knowledge and Microsoft Office experience required. Familiarity and working knowledge of drone videography, Wide Orbit, Slack, Google Docs, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Box is helpful. Must have a valid driver's license and be able to successfully pass a background check. Click Here to Apply.
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