Jobs at FOX 26 and My20
July 2, 2024
ENGINEERING
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CREATIVE SERVICES/MARKETING
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HUMAN RESOURCES
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SALES
Account Executive
KRIV Fox 26/ KTXH My 20 the Fox O&O in Houston, TX are looking for an Account Executive. This AE is responsible for developing new business and selling digital and OTT products by maximizing opportunities and growing transactional accounts. This position requires someone who will identify opportunities and close new sales. The ideal candidate will prospect and aggressively pursue digital, OTT and new business advertisers. Provide strategic advice to help new television advertisers get the best ROI by working closely with them in a consultative role. The successful AE candidate must be able to identify qualified targets, use strong communication and presentation skills throughout the sales process and maintain a high closing ratio. We are looking for someone that can bring together all our resources [FLX/OTT, Top Rated Local News, FOX network, FOX sports, MyNetwork TV, Web/Digital Sponsorships and Promotions] in a creative manner to achieve a high level of results. Other responsibilities include but not limited to: strategically negotiating existing business along with obtaining incremental dollars from the existing market and building strong client relationships. Responsible for completing administrative tasks such as weekly forecasts, monthly reports, new business trackers, OTT trackers, weekly meeting forms and the credit and collection of all accounts.
Four-year college degree preferred. The ideal candidate will be a sales professional with preferred television sales experience and have a proven track record of success in sales. Knowledge of media math, TV ratings and web metrics is preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills required. Wide Orbit Sales and Traffic knowledge preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft office programs preferred. We are looking for someone who is energetic, positive, creative and passionate to succeed in the highly competitive environment of media sales. Strong analytical skills and strategic thinking are critical to the position. Click Here to Apply
NEWS
Creative Content Associate Producer
FOX 26 is hiring a Creative Content Associate Producer to help us transform the way we deliver news and information across platforms. We distribute content via FOX Local on mobile phones and SmartTVs, Fox26Houston.com and social media pages including Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, X and Facebook.
The Creative Content Associate Producer will focus on telling stories our digital users will find timely, relevant, engaging and shareable. You’ll be responsible for creating content from start to finish, including writing text-based stories, curating photos, editing videos and creating graphics. You’ll be asked to create on-demand video content and manage livestreams for our FOX Local platform, monitoring analytics in real time to optimize the platform and ensure an excellent user experience. You’ll be responsible for creating social media posts, while helping FOX 26 talent amplify their social media pages with engaging content. In breaking news and severe weather situations, you’ll need to drop what you’re doing and react quickly to distill a rapid stream of information and video into digestible content across digital platforms.
FOX 26 is a 24/7 local content provider. Shifts may include early mornings, late nights, weekends and holidays. During breaking news or severe weather, you’ll need to be available on site to help us serve our audience during critical incidents.
REQUIREMENTS: 2+ years experience developing and publishing content, including news, on digital and social platforms preferred. BA/BS degree required, preferably in Journalism, Communications or related fields with emphasis on digital publishing. Excellent writer and storyteller. Superior news judgment. Impeccable writing and copy editing skills. Overwhelming attention to detail. Thrive under deadline pressure. Stellar communication skills. Social media expert. Proficient in content management systems, video publishing, live streaming, and digital analytics tools. Video and photo editing experience (Adobe products a plus). Click Here to Apply