HAHMP is auctioning off two Round Trip United Airlines tickets through this online silent auction. From today (Monday, April 30, 2012) to Friday, May 4, 2012 you can place your bids through the comments below! The highest bid will win the tickets.

What you’re bidding on: (2) E-certificates Travel Authorization (promotional) Coupons valid for positive space, round trip Coach “H” class travel between the 48 contiguous United States, Alaska, Canada, Caribbean, or Mexico and Central America or Hawaii. These coupons are currently valued at $1,000 each. They will be valid for travel for one year from date of event – April 21, 2012.

Minimum bid: $200.

REMINDERS:

• Use the comments below to place your bids. This gives us a timestamp and other info to help track who bid what. If you have questions about the auction, contact us via the options on our Contact page.
• Payment must be made by 5pm on Monday, May 7, 2012. If the high-bid winner hasn’t picked up the tickets and made payment by this deadline, we will contact the second-highest bidder and award the tickets to that bidder.
• We are taking bids until noon Friday, May 4, 2012 .
• We will announce the winners after all the silent bids have been tallied.

Proceeds benefit the Houston Association of Hispanic Media Professionals (including next year’s scholarships).

The Houston Association of Hispanic Media Professionals
cordially invites you to the

26th Annual Sylvan Rodriguez Scholarship Gala

Saturday, April 21, 2012

Hyatt Regency Houston
1200 Louisiana Street
Houston, Texas  77002

Cocktail Reception – 6:30 p.m.
Dinner & Dancing – 7:00 p.m.

Lifetime Achievement Award
David Medina
Rice University

Master of Ceremonies
Art Rascon
Anchor/Reporter, KTRK-TV ABC 13

KHOU 11 ATTN: Human Resources (Please include job title on resume/cover letter) 1945 Allen Parkway Houston, Texas 77019 Fax 713 284-8818
Apply online: jobs@khou.com
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

KHOU 11 offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Ideal candidates must successfully pass a background check.

NEWS

Photojournalist (Posted 1/20/12)
KHOU 11, a Belo owned station in Houston, Texas, is seeking a Photojournalist who will be responsible for providing complete and visual coverage of news events in a fair, unbiased and accurate manner. The selected candidate will photograph news events, both live and on tape, for news programs and edit stories on Non-linear or similar system to the fullest capability of the equipment. The selected candidate must have a valid Texas driver’s license; a minimum of five years of photojournalist experience preferred; a strong background in ENG (Electronic News Gathering) operations a plus; college degree preferred. Please include a DVD along with your resume and cover letter. Position reference: Human Resources – PHO.

Producer (Posted 1/20/12)
KHOU 11, a Belo owned station in Houston, Texas, has an immediate opening for a morning news producer to join our award-winning news team. The selected candidate will need to be an energetic leader who understands the overall mission of the morning show and the importance of urgency, immediacy and owning the big stories. Interested candidates should be creative, possess excellent writing and communication skills, works well with others, and can perform under extreme deadline pressure. A college degree and a minimum of 5 years producing experience in a medium to major market are strongly preferred. This is a full time position which may include weekday and weekend hours. Please include “Producer” in the subject line of your email submission of your resume and cover letter.

Reporter (Posted 1/20/12)
KHOU 11, a Belo-owned CBS TV station in Houston, is seeking a creative storyteller to join our team of award winning journalists. The selected candidate will be responsible for reporting and writing stories for on-air and for our website; reporting live from the field and on tape; developing sources, contacts and enterprise stories.

In addition to having 3-5 years reporting experience, candidates must have exceptional communication skills and a proven track record in developing sources, breaking stories and producing high-quality, thoughtful reports about important local issues. College degree preferred.

We want to see your breaking news, general assignment and enterprise stories from the past month. Please include your salary history, references non-returnable tape/DVD along with your resume and cover letter. Please include “Reporter” in the subject line of your email submission of your resume and cover letter.

PROGRAMMING

Production Assistant/Editor (Posted 2/3/12)
Great Day Houston is seeking a Production Assistant to assist producers in daily pre-production and post production of daily live programs. The candidate will run the teleprompter during live shows, assist with audio, studio camera and moving props in and out during live shows. Responsibilities also include researching video clips, editing sequences on AVID, and preparing video play outs for broadcast, shoot video sequences using HD cam, and assist producers as needed. This position has flexible hours.

The ideal candidate must have a minimum of one (1) year experience in television production and be proficient on AVID. Experience on HD Cam and After-Effects is a plus. Must possess the ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines. Please include “Production Assistant/Editor – GDH” in the subject line of your email submission of your resume and cover letter.

Producer (Posted 3/30/12)
KHOU TV, a Belo-owned station, is looking for a producer for Great Day Houston. The selected candidate will be primarily responsible for booking, writing and producing daily segments for a talk/entertainment/lifestyle show. A minimum of two years of producing, both live and field, is required and a college degree is highly desirable. This position will require strong communication skills, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to handle multiple projects at one time. Experience in shooting, editing, and knowledge of AVID and I-News systems are a plus. In addition, the selected candidate will need to demonstrate creativeness, be flexible, and have the ability to meet tight deadlines. Please include “Producer – GDH” in the subject line of your email submission of your resume and cover letter.

SALES

Productivity Specialist (Posted 2/17/12)
KHOU 11, a Belo-owned CBS TV station in Houston, has an immediate need for a Productivity Specialist to join our Interactive Sales Team. Productivity Specialist will work with local clients to improve results with Cars.com in addition to other interactive products while retaining the current client base. This will include training of existing dealership employees and new personnel. The Productivity Specialist will also responsible for assisting Interactive sellers in producing and sharing monthly reports, coordinating monthly cars.com conference calls and actively answering dealer questions and issues with Cars.com functionality. A Bachelors degree is preferred, but not required. A working knowledge of the automotive industry will be extremely helpful in this position. Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal communication and relationship building skills are required as well. PC literacy is necessary including MS Office, Power Point and Outlook. Must have a valid driver’s license and be a safe driver.

HAHMP DISCLAIMER: This job posting has been shared at the request of an HAHMP member or supporter. HAHMP cannot provide additional information about the job in question. The job will remain posted until we are advised that it has been filled or no longer available. HAHMP cannot guarantee that the position is still available at this time.

The 10 scholarship winners will be announced April 13th, 2012.

Scholarships will be presented at the annual gala on Saturday, April 21, 2012:

¡Baila!
A Night of Dancing

Benefitting the
Houston Association of Hispanic Media Professionals
26th Annual Gala

Saturday, April 21, 2012
Hyatt Regency Downtown
12000 Louisiana Street, Houston, Texas 77002
Join us at the largest media professional gathering in Houston!

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Monday, April 9, 2012 1pm - 2 pm United Way 50 Waugh Drive

RSVP: gil_jackie@yahoo.com

Monday, April 9, 2012
1pm – 2 pm
United Way
50 Waugh Drive

RSVP: gil_jackie@yahoo.com

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The following represent 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 associated with the position.

INVESTIGATIVE REPORTER
Work as investigative reporter, establish contacts, identify stories of relevance to the community, report live and taped as assigned, and adhere to newsroom policies about news gathering and fair/accurate reporting/writing. Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or related field required. Minimum three years paid broadcast news reporting. Must have a history of producing compelling, promotable investigative stories on a regular basis. Must be able to thoroughly, accurately and properly research all information. Must possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal and be computer literate. Must be team player with ability to work under pressure.

NEWSCAST DIRECTOR
Direct and switch live, multi-camera newscasts. Operate switcher, still store, and Grass Valley Kalypso as well as camera, audio board, character generator, and Avstar computer systems. College degree preferred. Two years broadcast television experience as a director and/or technical director. Must be a leader who is pro-active, creative, takes initiative, reacts quickly, projects a positive attitude, and keeps their composure during stressful situations.

PHOTOGRAPHER
Shoot/Edit on P2 camera. Operate camera, lights, wireless mics, portable/permanent editing gear, microwave truck, Avstar newsroom software, cell phone, and 2-way. Willingly accept direction from assignment desk. Requires degree in Journalism or related field and 2 years paid broadcast news photography experience. Must have good eye and ability to tell a compelling story with the camera.

PRODUCER
Write, arrange, and coordinate live and taped elements into a compelling, well-paced newscast. Communicate well with field crews, assignment desk, directors, and newsroom management. Exercise sound news judgment. Requires Bachelors’ degree in Journalism or related field and two years of paid newsroom experience as producer or associate producer. Must be computer literate and possess good interpersonal skills. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential for success in this position.

PRODUCTION TECH – FULLTIME
Must be able to assemble, dress and light production areas both in studio and on location. Ability to lift 50 lbs. and climb ladders to a height of 20 ft. The ability to operate audio board and character generator is a strong plus. Prefer 1 year production experience in broadcast television.

WEB PRODUCER
Conceptualize, produce and create high profile creative on-line material.  Perform duties of on-line writer/producer, specializing in print style writing, copy editing, and editorial gathering. Knowledge of HTML, JSP, FLASH, and Photoshop preferred. Interface with newsroom managers to create compelling web material that utilizes new distribution platforms and capitalizes the use of information from various sources. Ensure website is coded to standards consistent with web style guidelines set by national in-house web team. Bachelor’s degree and minimum three years web production management preferred. Knowledge of web production, traffic reporting, and ad serving systems preferred. Applicant must have solid understanding of web standards, design, and usability as well as knowledge of print and broadcast news standards/styles. Should also have knowledge of common web applications/architecture. Highly skilled in all areas of a/v digitizing, editing, and encoding techniques. Advanced knowledge of internet publishing software and content management systems and understanding of user on-line behavior. Ability to multi-task, work under pressure, and adhere to strict deadlines. Excellent communication skills are essential.

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
Service/maintain existing account list (agency and direct), develop new business, increase station revenue/share of existing accounts. Cold calling and prospecting required. Assist in annual budgeting process, achieve budget and market share goals, and accurately forecast existing revenue and potential revenue to management. College degree preferred. Minimum 1 year sales experience required—broadcast experience a Plus! Knowledge of research programs such as: TVScan, Nielsen, Scarborough, and/or CMR preferred. Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Must be self-motivated with proven track record of success. Must be able to work under pressure, be extremely organized, and maintain a team spirit.

HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: station recruitment and applicant tracking, maintenance of personnel/confidential files, processing required paperwork for all status changes including salaries, promotions, hires, terms, and leaves. Will also be responsible for enforcing company human resources policies and procedures, preparing various monthly and annual reports including EEO, FCC, and OSHA, participating in annual budgeting process, instructing dept heads on proper procedures for recruitment, employment law, disciplinary matters, and company policies. Will assist in resolving employee conflicts. Degree in Human Resources or related discipline and minimum 3 yrs Human Resources management experience required. Broadcast experience helpful! Must be a hands-on generalist who is a self-starter with a positive attitude. Must have solid working knowledge of employment laws both Federal and State. Must possess excellent communication skills both written and verbal as well as excellent time management and organizational skills.

Qualified candidates send resume, salary requirements, and video link (if applicable) to:

Human Resources ▪ WHBQ-TV/Fox 13 ▪ 485 S Highland ▪ Memphis, TN 38111
E-mail: roberta.hudson@foxtv.com ▪ No phone calls please!
EOE M/F/D/V

HAHMP DISCLAIMER: This job posting has been shared at the request of an HAHMP member or supporter. HAHMP cannot provide additional information about the job in question. The job will remain posted until we are advised that it has been filled or no longer available. HAHMP cannot guarantee that the position is still available at this time.

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

NEWS

Asst News Director Full Time Regular
Responsibilities will be to manage the day to day operations of newsroom including but not limited to: running editorial meetings, assigning reporter stories, story placement, etc. Directly oversee the scheduling of anchors and reporters and approve other schedules as needed. Stay involved with all news operations including Investigations, Special Projects, Weather, Sports, etc. Prevent on-air mistakes, work with reporters to make their stories better, work with desk to improve quality and quality of coverage, take a lead role in breaking news and have a firm grip on local news. Must lead specialized coverage including web streamed events, election & political coverage, and specialty reporting. Must provide consistent feedback to staff and insure newsroom policies for fair/accurate newsgathering are followed. Requires degree in Journalism or related field. 5 yrs broadcast television experience as asst news director or executive producer in major market preferred. Knowledge of production, copy editing, live story coverage, journalism ethics, journalism law, news photography, news tape editing, news equipment, and operations required. Knowledge of multi-platform journalism and social networks is also required. Must have proven track record of success with strong leadership skills. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal are essential. Must be computer literate with above average proficiency. Ability to lead, coach, and manage is critical.

SALES

VP/General Sales Manager Full Time Regular
Responsibilities will include: managing and coordinating the overall sales efforts to achieve station financial goals, overseeing the management of Traffic & Research, inventory control, and implementing/administering revenue goals both locally and nationally. Requires degree in Marketing or related field and minimum 5 yrs broadcast sales experience with minimum 3 yrs of broadcast sales management. Must have proven track record of success including managing digital sales. Must possess exceptional leadership, motivational, managerial, and organizational skills. Must also have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

FINANCE

Financial Analyst Full Time Regular
Review and/or prepare month-end reports, weekly revenue analysis reports, account analyses, journal entries, and all other facets of general ledger accounting. Will also assist with accounts payable processing, act as back-up for billing coordinator in log post functions, and other duties as assigned. Requires degree in Accounting or Finance and minimum 2 yrs experience as financial analyst. Broadcast experience helpful. Requires excellent analytical skills. Must be self-motivated, extremely organized, and possess excellent Excel spreadsheet skills. Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with ability to interact well with various station personnel. Must be extremely detail oriented with ability to work within strict time parameters.

Qualified candidates send resume, salary requirements, and non-returnable tape (if applicable) to:

E-mail: roberta.hudson@foxtv.com ▪ Fax: (713) 479-2728. No phone calls please. EOE M/F/D/V

HAHMP DISCLAIMER: This job posting has been shared at the request of an HAHMP member or supporter. HAHMP cannot provide additional information about the job in question. The job will remain posted until we are advised that it has been filled or no longer available. HAHMP cannot guarantee that the position is still available at this time.

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 video tape sample of your news related work to: Human Resources, KTRK-TV, 3310 Bissonnet, Houston, TX 77005. Please Reference Job ID: 32844BR on all materials submitted. No phone calls please, and no third parties. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D.

HAHMP DISCLAIMER: This job posting has been shared at the request of an HAHMP member or supporter. HAHMP cannot provide additional information about the job in question. The job will remain posted until we are advised that it has been filled or no longer available. HAHMP cannot guarantee that the position is still available at this time.