Disney Entertainment’s eight owned ABC stations are multiplatform leaders in local news and information. For over 50 years, ABC13 has been Houston’s news leader from sign-on to sign-off. Broadcasting 73+ hours of locally produced newscasts each week, ABC13 is the top-rated and most-watched news station among the Houston-area viewers. ABC13 also leads the market in its digital media efforts, with top rankings for its website, abc13.com, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. ABC13 delivers live and streaming content on Roku, Fire TV, Amazon and AppleTV in the ABC13 Houston App. ABC13 is deeply invested in the Houston community, spotlighting Houston’s diversity with community affairs programs covering issues that affect different segments of the population – from local town halls to ABC13+. The station also hosts several community projects throughout the year, including Share Your Holidays, an annual food drive benefiting the Houston Food Bank; and our E-cycle Drive, a collection/recycling effort for outdated electronic equipment in conjunction with Earth Day. ABC13 is also known for broadcasting the city’s major events including the annual July 4th Freedom Over Texas celebration, The Chevron Marathon, Houston Pride and The Houston Rodeo Parade.
To learn more about the station, please click on the link below to hear from our VP of News, Keaton Fuchs!
KTRK is looking for a Photojournalist to join their team! The photojournalist will have daily responsibilities to work in the field to shoot and edit news stories and breaking news in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. This photojournalist will work as a team or independently to portray compelling stories from concept to completion.
Responsibilities:
Shoot assigned news stories daily for both linear broadcasts and streaming platforms.
Edit segments and assemble video elements for shows
Assist with the upkeep of equipment inventory
Required Qualifications:
Minimum of three years of experience working in a television newsroom environment.
Must have a clean driving record, and pass a motor vehicle background check to safely operate TV news trucks
Proficient in lighting, audio, and non-linear editing for television news
The ability to work under deadline, multi-task and prioritize assignments
Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 30 pounds of equipment to execute taped and live segments.
Flexibility to work any shift/any day, including weekends and holidays and business dictates
Great teammate with an exceptional work ethic
Experience operating a live truck
Preferred Qualifications:
The ideal candidate would be comfortable on-camera if needed
Required Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent experience
Preferred Education:
Bachelor’s degree
Interested candidates apply via Disneycareers.com, Job ID 10071387
About ABC Owned TV Stations:
The Disney Entertainment Television group creates original entertainment and news content for the Company’s streaming platforms and its cable and broadcast networks.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, Disney Parks, and Experiences and Products. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with KTRK Television, Inc, which is part of a business we call ABC Owned TV Stations.
KTRK Television, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.