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KIRO-TV Employment Opportunities

Updated: 4:11 pm PDT June 22, 2009


REPORTER/SPORTS ANCHOR
KIRO-TV seeks an experienced, enterprising and energetic hard-news reporter and sports anchor. This seasoned journalist will join a newsroom that emphasizes breaking news, investigative reporting and severe weather coverage. We’re looking for a reporter who has ideas, digs for extra information, writes well, loves “live” and expects to win. This person will bring the same zeal and energy to sports anchoring. Previous reporting and sports anchoring experience required. If you’re ready to work really hard and make your mark with a news department that’s growing, send tape and resume to KIRO-TV, Attn: News Director.
REMOTE OPERATIONS ENGINEER
Operates microwave and satellite vehicles as well as the corresponding receivers, depending on the assigned shift. For SNG, responsibilities include set-up, coordination & proper technical execution of daily live remotes, feeds, assisting photojournalists & reporters in carrying out assignments & aiding news efforts by performing other assigned tasks. Responsibilities for reception include coordination and establishment of microwave and satellite live remotes, recording video inserts, and integration of live remotes into the newscast. Multi-tasking, coordination and trouble shooting skills are very important. Qualified applicants should have a college degree or equivalent experience, familiarity with TV news production techniques, a valid Washington driver's license, and the ability to work outside in varying weather conditions. Avid/non-linear editing experience preferred.
LOCAL SALES MANAGER
KIRO-TV, the CBS affiliate in Seattle, WA is seeking an experienced sales leader with focus on creativity, employee engagement and solutions to lead a team of media Account Executives to exceed audience share of market and exceed revenue goals for all media platforms; television, internet, mobile, and digital channels. Manage all aspects of local sales including coaching and developing staff, creating and implementing new business sales packages, overseeing sales promotions, managing inventory, forecasting revenue and recruiting and retaining top sales Account Executives.
Responsibilities include recruiting, developing and motivating a local sales staff; Supervising local staff in negotiating, packaging and selling of station inventory; generating revenue for the station through increased shares of existing business, the addition of new business and the development of NTR business; developing and executing special projects and promotions; assist in accurately forecasting revenue throughout year & exceed quarterly & annual budget. Requires ability to build strong relationships with agencies and clients through strong verbal/written communication skills. Perform other duties as assigned by management. Periodic travel & entertainment is required.
Minimum of 4 years of television local sales management experience. Must have a proven track record of accomplishments and possess comprehensive communication and sales skills with the ability to develop effective solutions. Applicant must be an experienced leader and motivator with expertise in achieving and exceeding sales goals. Enthusiasm, passion, creativity and a strong background in agency business and new business development are a must. Must have proven ability to track and improve AE performance on an ongoing basis. Team player, an excellent problem-solver, and have the ability to develop, maintain, and grow client relationships. Computer literate, with a knowledge of various TV sales software systems, as well as Microsoft Word, Excel & Power Point required. College degree preferred.
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
KIRO-TV is looking to hire experienced performers in our multi-media world of television, digital television, internet and mobile. If you are focused on goals, generating new revenue and driving results for your clients, then we offer the resources and opportunity to succeed. Prove to us your track record of success in marketing, sales and entrepreneurship. Strong candidates will be skilled at creating & delivering presentations in front of large groups and on-on-one with key decision-makers and will be organized planners. Knowledge of agency structure and rating negotiations a plus. Candidates must be proficient with the computer - Excel, PowerPoint, as well as the Internet. College degree with minimum two years related experience preferably in media sales or related business.
INTERNET SALES ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
KIRO TV seeks a highly motivated individual to drive and grow revenue for kirotv.com. The candidate must be a high energy, charismatic individual who can close deals and achieve quantifiable performance objectives. We’re looking for hunters who are disciplined, self-motivated, and possess a strong work ethic. Strong oral and written presentation skills a must. A four year college degree in Mass Communication, Telecommunications, Marketing, or Advertising is preferred.
PRODUCER
KIRO-TV has an immediate opening for a creative, dynamic producer to join our news staff. This person must be able to take charge of a newscast, make strong news decisions and be able to coordinate many live shots and handle breaking news like a pro. This producer must be flexible and be able to write strong copy for TV and the web if necessary, coordinate with reporters and produce a newscast that is showcased. Qualified applicant should have a degree in broadcasting or related field and experience producing local television news. Send your tape and resume to the News Director.

Send all resumes to:

KIRO TV
Attn: Human Resources
2807 Third Avenue
Seattle, WA 98121

KIRO-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the FCC's EEO regulations, any organization that regularly distributes information about employment opportunities to job seekers or refers job seekers to employers may request that it be provided notice of KIRO-TV job vacancies as they occur. If your organization would like to be notified of such vacancies, please contact Human Resources at KIRO-TV, 2807 Third Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121 or hr@kirotv.com. Each organization that wishes to be given notice of job vacancies must provide its name, mailing address, telephone number, and contact person, and identify the category or categories of vacancies of which it requests notice. (An organization may request notice of all vacancies).

Proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. will be required upon employment.

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