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Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with KTBC FOX 7. 

The following represents brief/broad descriptions. It is not intended, nor should it be construed, to represent a comprehensive and/or exhaustive description of all duties/responsibilities and requisite skills of each position.

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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 Austin 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.


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 Austin 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


Senior Producer

KTBC Fox 7 the Fox O&O in Austin, TX has an opening for a senior producer for our five-and-a-half-hour morning newscast. The ideal candidate needs to know news, news production and social media and how they all come together in our morning newscast.

Work with a great team of anchors, producers and reporters to make sure we have the freshest news on the air starting at 4:30 a.m.  You will produce the first half hour of news.  For the remainder of the morning, you will work with producers to update and format newscasts, be a copy editor, a crew wrangler and will keep our social media pages updated overnight.

In essence, you will help set the table for the day ahead for news coverage.  A college degree in journalism or a related field is preferred. At least 2 years of producing experience and a good working knowledge of a morning newscast and how it works.  Working knowledge of libel laws and journalistic ethics.  Must have solid leadership skills, strong work ethic and be a team player.  Ability to work overnight/early morning shift.  Provide a demo reel of work in resume/cover letter. Click Here to Apply. 


News Producer

Content creators -- this kind of opportunity doesn’t pop up in local newsrooms very often. So, take note and get those resumes ready! 

KTBC FOX 7 in Austin is hiring a producer to create, plan and deliver the most compelling, informative, and entertaining hour of morning news in the city. This is an ultra-competitive news market, but Austin’s Morning Show is growing! We’re looking for a content rockstar who can move seamlessly from breaking news and severe weather coverage to live segments and studio guests that showcase everything our diverse community has to offer. 

You’ll need a sense of urgency and mastery of the control room environment and be ready to take live coverage on linear, streaming platforms or both at the same time. You’ll need to maintain a close relationship with our digital team to ensure that everything we do is tailored for the platforms we serve and that each piece of content we create works in support of our growing digital footprint. Other skills we’re looking for in the ideal candidate include concise, accurate and audience-focused writing skills, the ability to edit video in support of live and studio segments, plus knowledge of social media best practices.

When your show is over, you’ll jump into planning mode for the next day and beyond, working collaboratively with your teammates. You’ll participate in the editorial process along with anchors, reporters, assignment desk team members and managers to develop future stories and segments, keeping FOX 7 ahead of all local news outlets in creating the most compelling content for our audience.

Requirements:  Minimum 2 years’ experience as a producer in a small or medium market is preferred. Bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field preferred. Must be able to work under pressure, meet strict deadlines and multitask. Ideal candidate has familiarity with newsroom computer systems, graphics programs and video editing software. Candidate must be able to work flexible hours/shifts/shows. This is a morning news position, but other shifts may be assigned as needed, including nights, weekends and holidays. Must have a valid credit card and driver's license. Click Here to Apply.
 

Streaming Sales & Insights Specialist

Do you want to play a key role in building a successful connected television/streaming business? Fox Television Stations is seeking to hire a newly created position within our local tv station in Austin, TX. 

This Specialist role is one part marketer, one part data analyst and is fully involved from the pre-sales process all the way through to post ad campaign reporting. 

Our ideal candidate for this job has worked in local media sales (not necessarily as a direct seller), is familiar with the ever-changing world of streaming advertising, possesses excellent communication skills and is adept at analyzing advertising performance data.

Primary responsibilities include:

  • Working with the station sales team to create compelling advertising packages focused on delivering results for our customers
  • Monitoring ongoing campaign results within the FLX platform
  • Developing insights-focused, data driven stories as part of our post-campaign reporting
  • Accompanying the sales team on both new business pitches and ongoing account meetings

Job requirements

  • Two + years’ experience working in streaming/digital media
  • Excellent communication skills – written, verbal and listening
  • Critical thinking and curious about data
  • Four-year college degree

Must have a valid driver's license and be able to successfully pass a background check. Click Here to Apply.

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