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CW39 Job Opportunities

(Updated 7/01/08)

Audio Operator We are looking for someone familiar with the Wheatstone 48 channel audio console. That person must demonstrate experience in all aspects of live newscasts, including mix-minus set-up for satellite and live trucks, RTS/IFB systems, pre-production and mixing. Skills in other production areas such as technical directing, studio cameras, or Chyron Infinite! is considered a plus. KHCW is an EOE and Drug Free Workplace. No phone calls please. Mail resumes to: Human Resources, KHCW 39, 7700 Westpark Dr., Houston, TX 77063 or e-mail your resume to gmcminn@tribune.com.

News Director Seeking a dynamic leader with energy, drive and a desire to win. Candidate must be able to establish a vision and execute a plan to achieve it. Applicant must be an excellent communicator and motivator. Candidate will be responsible for directing daily news coverage, reporters and photographers with daily editorial meetings. Responsible for communicating a code of conduct to all news personnel, critiquing newscast daily, making changes to the format when necessary and ensuring adherence to station, corporate and governmental policies and rules. Other responsibilities includes participating in community service activities, keeping spending under control without hampering the news department's ability to cover news, overseeing scheduling and communicating daily with Department Managers and station staff on possible news programs that could enhance the station's image and/or bring revenue. A minimum of 5 years experience as a television news director or 5yrs newsroom management experience in a medium to large market is required. KHCW-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace. Please list source of referral. No phone calls. Please send resume to: KHCW-TV, HUMAN RESOURCES, 7700 Westpark Dr., Houston, TX 77063 or e-mail to gmcminn@tribune.com.

Account Executive KHCW-TV, Tribune Broadcasting's CW affiliate in Houston, is seeking an aggressive, customer-focused sales professional who is ready to bring in new business. If you're a highly motivated self-starter that is creative, if you possess a winning attitude and have strong presentation and closing skills, then this job is for you! Experience with website and other multi-platform sales is an asset and computer skills including Excel and PowerPoint are essential. KHCW-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace. Please list source of referral. No phone calls please. Resumes to: KHCW-TV, HR Coordinator, 7700 Westpark Dr., Houston, TX 77063 or e-mail to gmcminn@tribune.com

SNG/ENG Operator/ Photographer KHCW News is expanding. KHCW has an opening for a full-time SNG/ENG Operator/ Photographer. The candidate must have a minimum 2-3 years Microwave truck experience. At least one year satellite truck experience preferred. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. The candidate should be able to uplink both analog and digital transmissions, must be capable of working within stringent time deadlines. Candidates must have the ability to maintain, troubleshoot, and report/repair the trucks as needed. This person must be able to understand the technical aspects of the trucks, including patch panels schematics. This person must be self-motivated/ eager/ yet calm in all stressful situations and able to work with minimal guidance. Candidate must also be able to shoot general news assignments in addition to being able to edit (linear and non-linear) as well as performing other tasks as assigned. Prior experience using Sony DNE 700 editing equipment is preferred. Candidates must also have a clean record along with valid driver's license. Please send your resume to: KHCW, Attn: Human Resource, 7700 WestPark Dr., Houston, TX, 77063. or email your resume to gmcminn@tribune.com. No phone calls please!

Reporter KHCW News is expanding. KHCW is seeking a News Reporter. Successful candidate must be able to report news stories, general feature stories, breaking news, continuing stories and live remotes. The Reporter will gather facts from internal and external sources, review for accuracy and completeness, review and edit video footage with photojournalists and turn around multiple versions of stories on tight deadlines. Candidates must have at least two years proven experience in a live news reporting environment. A bachelor's degree is preferred. This position requires varying shifts and days per week and a valid driver's license. KHCW-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace. Please list source of referral. No phone calls. Please send resume and tape to: KHCW-TV, HUMAN RESOURCES, 7700 Westpark Dr., Houston, TX 77063 or e-mail to gmcminn@tribune.com.

News Reporter Successful candidate must be able to report news stories, general feature stories, breaking news, continuing stories and live remotes. The Reporter will gather facts from internal and external sources, review for accuracy and completeness, review and edit video footage with photojournalists and turn around multiple versions of stories on tight deadlines. Candidates must have at least two years proven experience in a live news reporting environment. A bachelor's degree is preferred. This position requires varying shifts and days per week and a valid driver's license. KHCW-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace. Please list source of referral. No phone calls. Please send resume to: KHCW-TV, HUMAN RESOURCES, 7700 Westpark Dr., Houston, TX 77063 or e-mail to gmcminn@tribune.com.

Part time Engineering Operations Technician Applicant must have master control and/or videotape experience. Prefer applicant to have an RTF or related degree, Louth automation knowledge, and excellent computer skills. The EOT will work in master control running a Saturn switcher with Louth automation and in videotape taking feeds using a Compusat system. Other job responsibilities will include but may not be limited to: monitoring the on-air quality, checking and maintaining program and transmitter logs, prepping and profiling programs, commercials, public service announcements, editing, shading cameras and pulling in live shots. Verbal, written and math skills are required. KHCW-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace. Please list source of referral. No phone calls. Please send resume to: KHCW-TV, HUMAN RESOURCES, 7700 Westpark Dr., Houston, TX 77063 or e-mail to gmcminn@tribune.com.

KHCW-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Offers of employment are contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug screen and background investigation.

Internships - ongoing
For more information regarding internships at KHCW-TV, click here.

KHCW CW39 provides notice of job openings to "qualified organizations" that request such notices. If your organization distributes information about employment opportunities to job seekers, or refers job seekers to potential employers, and you wish to receive notice of job openings at KHCW-TV, send a letter identifying your organization, describing the employment-related services you provide, and requesting to be placed on our job referral mailing list or click on the link below and fill out our EEO Job Referral Soruce Form.
EEO Job Referral Source Form.


For more information or to send your request, contact:
KHCW TV
Human Resources
7700 Westpark Dr.
Houston, TX 77063
or email your request to fwong@tribune.com.

KHCW EEO Public File Report Part A

KHCW EEO Public File Report Part B

 
 
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