Current Available Jobs for KITV

Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (subject to any medical or religious accommodations or other applicable law).

Job Description:

KITV seeks an experienced sales professional for our Media Consultant position. The primary responsibility of the account executive will be to develop new business relationships and revenue for all station platforms. The preferred ideal candidate will have 2+ year of B2B experience with the ability to strategize and negotiate multi-platform sales projects. We are looking for an individual who is a self-starter, team player, has a great positive attitude, is organized, creative, and can thrive in a fast-paced multi-platform environment.

Responsibilities:

• Prospect, cold call, set appointments, and present and close new businesses to generate new advertising revenue.
• Increase existing business on all station platforms (KITV, Me-TV and Digital) to achieve individual and sales team budgets in all areas.
• Maintain and grow relationships with new and existing clients.
• Data entry in sales software for account management and organization.
• Write marketing proposals and create power point presentations.
• Communicate and plan effectively and be a great team player with KITV Sales Team, Creative Services, IT, and Newsroom.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 2+ years of business to business sales experience
• Bachelor’s degree, preferred
• Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (subject to any medical or religious accommodations or other applicable law).

Additional Information: 

EOE M/F/D/V

KITV4 Island Television, is committed to being a trusted voice for Hawaii. Our mission is to share vital local and global news that viewers need to know. KITV4 is an Allen Media Broadcasting company and is an ABC affiliate.

Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (subject to any medical or religious accommodations or other applicable law).

Are you excited about all things digital and possess an excellent knowledge of digital media? KITV4 is looking for the right candidate to call on businesses to market our digital advertising solutions.

Our Digital Account Executive position will focus on digital product sales ranging from owned and operated advertising, Targeted Display and Video, OTT Streaming Video, YouTube Video, Social Ads, Streaming Audio, Targeted Email and more. The main focus and goal will be to work with businesses and present and close multiple digital opportunities. This Digital Account Executive will be responsible for prospecting new business and grow current accounts, account management and driving revenue through client calls and meetings. Working in a competitive and fast-paced environment allows this individual to succeed and meet their individual revenue goals and contribute to the overall sales team and station goals. The ideal candidate is self-motivated with a proven professional sales history. Comfort with cold-calling is a must.

Responsibilities:

• Prospecting, lead-generation and development of new accounts 
• Secure meetings with high-level decision makers and influencers 
• Take on a consultative role and serve as an industry expert to assess client needs and educate on the power of digital media and advertising to enhance business opportunities
• Utilize sales skills to close presentations and pitches
• Strong focus on continuously meeting and exceeding sales goals on a monthly basis
• Collaborate with internal teams to create effective solutions and drive results for clients
• High-level account management with accuracy and attention to detail (including contracting, coordination, follow-through, collections, etc.)
• Work closely with the Digital Sales Manager and Local Sales Manager

Experience:

• 2-3 years of digital media sales experience
• Experience selling OTT and Audience/Programmatic Targeting
• A proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales goals
• Strong consultative sales skills and relationship building
• Self-starter and able to work/learn in a fast paced environment
• Team player

Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (subject to any medical or religious accommodations or other applicable law).

Job Description:

KITV, Inc., the ABC affiliate in Honolulu, HI is looking for a dynamic and innovative multi-skilled journalist who wants to do it all – produce a newscast, edit video, and be a reporter who can write, shoot and edit in the field.   Perfect position for the journalist who thrives on deadlines and breaking news and enjoys being in control.  The ideal candidate must have great leadership skills and confidence.  As a producer and multi-skilled journalist, you focus on producing newscasts and stories that are compelling, factually correct, creative, and written in a clear, conversational manner.

Job Responsibilities:

The multi-skilled journalist must cultivate sources and contacts to produce compelling newscasts and produce enterprise stories as well as produce stories assigned by the station.

• Gather and verify factual information to develop news stories
• Produce vo, vosot, and video packages.
• Shooting video and still photos as needed to illustrate stories
• Editing, or assisting in editing, videos for all multimedia platforms
• Innovative approach to maximizing existing tools and resources to enhance presentation.
• Live reporting/Breaking News

Qualification Requirements:

• Passion for producing compelling newscasts and engaging stories.
• Excellent and quick writer who adheres to AP writing style.
• Computer literacy required, including newsroom computer systems (ENPS, BitCentral, etc.)
• Knowledge of broadcast quality equipment including hand held cameras and non-linear editing equipment and programs (i.e. Edius, Premiere, etc.).
• Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.
• Must exercise sound editorial judgement with the high journalistic ethics and libel laws.
• Must have valid Driver's License, good driving record and provide proof of insurability.
• Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (subject to any medical or religious accommodations or other applicable laws.

Education:

• Four-year college Bachelor’s degree (journalism preferred)

Experience:

• 1-3 years of experience working as a journalist inside a television newsroom.
• Experience producing newscast, in-booth handling live broadcasts and breaking news.
• Previous experience as a field journalist – shooting, writing, editing and on camera reporting a plus.

To apply:

Interested candidates must be vaccinated for COVID-19.  Email cover letter and resume to jobs@kitv.com or mail to the address listed below. 

KITV News Director

801 S. King Street,

Honolulu, HI 96813

EOE M/F/D/V

Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (subject to any medical or religious accommodations or other applicable law).

KITV Island News is looking for a passionate, dedicated, and skilled Anchor who cares deeply about the community. KITV4 Island News anchors are solid and effective communicators who value the time and attention to finding and telling truths.  In addition to being on the anchor desk, the ideal candidate must also be a strong reporter willing to dig deep for answers and understand the value and importance of communicating with viewers on all platforms.  This is a position for a journalist, not just a news reader.

Strong writers make strong anchors, and the ideal candidate will take pride in a nicely worded script, whether it's a package, VO, or tease. The anchor must work well with producers in creating a memorable newscast, including writing, reviewing, and editing scripts.

Responsibilities:

• Anchoring newscasts; may include platforms beyond broadcast.
• Nights, mornings, weekends, and odd hours are to be expected; breaking news and big event coverage demands all hands on deck.
• Always reporting to gather essential facts.
• Attend daily editorial meetings; always ready to pitch story ideas and guide daily coverage
• Daily contributions to KITV.COM and KITV social media platforms.
• Represent the station at community events and on other related projects.
• Help create a vibrant work environment with a positive and encouraging attitude.

Qualifications and Desired Skills:

• 2-4 years previous experience as a News Anchor at a television/broadcast station.
• 4+ years previous experience as a News Reporter
• College Degree – preferably in journalism, mass communications, or film/TV.
• Knowledge of the Hawaii television market and local culture is a plus.
• Excellent interviewing skills with guests live on set and in the field.
• Excellent writer who understands and follows AP Style
• Computer literacy is imperative
• Experience and/or desire to work on longer form reporting – series, specials, etc.
• Knows how to be a team player and team builder.
• Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (subject to any medical or religious accommodations or other applicable law)

To apply:

Interested candidates must be vaccinated for COVID-19.  Email cover letter and resume to jobs@kitv.com or mail to the address listed below.  Please, no phone calls.

KITV News Director

801 S. King Street

Honolulu, HI 96813

EOE M/F/D/V

Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (subject to any medical or religious accommodations or other applicable law).

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Traffic Specialist supports the traffic operations for KITV4, ensuring that all commercial and programming inventory is managed in accordance with all corporate policies and procedures, FCC guidelines, and network requirements. The Traffic Specialist supports the Traffic Manager oversee logs, and work with sales and other departments to maximize revenue for the station.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintain commercial inventory traffic system.

• Work inventory to maximize all avails.
• Ensure that inventory control runs correctly.
• Ensure that daily program logs are produced in a timely and accurate manner.
• Maintain an accurate 13-week commercial avail projection.
• Coordinate with sales by monitoring avails and informing sales management of current, future, or changed inventory and/or programming.
• Inform and coordinate with General Manager and department head regarding programming changes.
• Respond to Master Control to resolve any issues with logs.
• Ensure accuracy of coding / rates for commercial orders.
• Manage Wide Orbit formatting / program grid formatting.
• Assist in creating & assigning materials to orders and applying rotations of commercials on air.
• Implement fulfillment of affiliate, swap and syndicated contracts.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 2 years in radio/traffic experience or similar professional experience.
• Experience with Wide Orbit strongly preferred.
• Ability to work with a high level of organization and attention to detail.
• Work effectively in a team environment, maintaining a positive rapport with staff, management and clients.
• Proven record of dependability and willingness to work some evenings or weekends as workload requires.
• Capable and willing to resolve unexpected problems and be flexible to manage unscheduled changes.
• A high level of proficiency with computers, software and new technologies.
• Able to manage stress effectively.
• Possess excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Receive, process, and maintain information through oral and/or written communication effectively.
• Substantial physical movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Ability to extend hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction with good eye and hand coordination.
• Lift, move, and carry up to 20 pounds on occasion.

ADDITIONAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Work in compliance with Company policies and procedures
• Work effectively in a team environment.
• Proven ability to handle stress.
• Ability to consistently work hours required. Works more when required to meet deadlines including weekends, evenings, etc.
• Project an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor
• Maintain positive and cooperative rapport with staff, management and clients
• Maintain confidentiality by not discussing internal matters, company strategies, client’s proprietary information, personnel matters, wage and salary information or any sensitive information with clients, competitors, listeners, the media or inappropriately with co-workers, and by not distributing our proprietary research or other information to our competitors.
• Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (subject to any medical or religious accommodations or other applicable law).

KITV4 is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (subject to any medical or religious accommodations or other applicable law).

Job Responsibilities:

The producer will research and write news stories for television, web and mobile. Create graphics and assist reporters with story development. Create a newscast that is compelling and meets the objective and strategy of the news department /station. Present story ideas in daily editorial meetings with emphasis on enterprise stories. Assist with other news projects as assigned. 

Qualifications Requirements:

Strong writing skills. Solid editorial judgment along with knowledge of local, national and world news. High journalistic ethical standards. Understands the need for urgency and accuracy. Can multi-task and work under pressure, especially in breaking news situations. Must have a passion for news and competitive winning spirit. Willing to take risks in the name of creativity in storytelling and presentation. Understands how to maximize visuals and video editing principles. Works well with others. Good communication skills.  Flexibility to work any shift as news is a 24-hour operation.

Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (subject to any medical or religious accommodations or other applicable law).

Education:

• Degree in broadcast journalism, broadcast news or related field.

Experience:

• Minimum two years of broadcast news experience, preferably as a line producer.
• Must be an excellent writer, use good grammar, adheres to AP Style.
• Previous experience producing new series and special projects.
• Knowledge of ENPS newsroom software is a plus.
• Experience working with automation production.
• Knowledge of digital platforms and use of social media.

To apply:

Interested candidates should email cover letter and resume to jobs@kitv.com or mail to the address listed below and provide link to video reel/sample of your work:

KITV

News Director

801 S. King Street

Honolulu, HI 96813

EOE M/F/D/V

Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (subject to any medical or religious accommodations or other applicable law).

Job Responsibilities:

The producer will research and write news stories for television, web and mobile. Create graphics and assist reporters with story development. Create a newscast that is compelling and meets the objective and strategy of the news department /station. Present story ideas in daily editorial meetings with emphasis on enterprise stories. Assist with other news projects as assigned. 

Qualifications Requirements:

Strong writing skills. Solid editorial judgment along with knowledge of local, national and world news. High journalistic ethical standards. Understands the need for urgency and accuracy. Can multi-task and work under pressure, especially in breaking news situations. Must have a passion for news and competitive winning spirit. Willing to take risks in the name of creativity in storytelling and presentation. Understands how to maximize visuals and video editing principles. Works well with others. Good communication skills.  Flexibility to work any shift as news is a 24-hour operation.

Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (subject to any medical or religious accommodations or other applicable law).

Education:

• Degree in broadcast journalism, broadcast news or related field.

Experience:

• Minimum two years of broadcast news experience, preferably as a line producer.
• Must be an excellent writer, use good grammar, adheres to AP Style.
• Previous experience producing new series and special projects.
• Knowledge of ENPS newsroom software is a plus.
• Experience working with automation production.
• Knowledge of digital platforms and use of social media.

To apply:

Interested candidates should email cover letter and resume to jobs@kitv.com or mail to the address listed below and provide link to video reel/sample of your work:

KITV

News Director

801 S. King Street

Honolulu, HI 96813

EOE M/F/D/V

Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (subject to any medical or religious accommodations or other applicable law).

Job Responsibilities:

The journalist must cultivate sources and contacts to produce enterprise and general assignment stories.

• Gathering and verifying factual information regarding stories
• Be a creative storyteller.
• Shoot video/still photos and edit to illustrate stories
• Produce vo, vosot, and video packages that include reporter’s voice and image.
• Editing, or assisting in editing, videos for all multimedia platforms including KITV.com, Facebook, and Twitter, et.al.
• Live reporting

Qualifications Requirements:

• Computer literacy required, including newsroom computer systems
• Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment
• Knowledge of broadcast non-linear editing equipment
• Strong broadcast and AP style writing skills
• Excellent interviewing skills
• Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment
• Must exercise sound editorial judgement and operates by highest journalistic ethics and libel laws
• Valid Driver's License, good driving record and provide proof of insurability with company required insurance limits
• A passion for news plus producing compelling and engaging stories.

Education:

• Four-year college degree (Journalism preferred)

Experience:

• 1-3 years of experience working as a journalist inside a television newsroom
• 1-2 years of experience as a Multi-Media Journalist in a television newsroom.
• Previous sports reporting and/or weathercast experience a plus.

To apply:

Interested candidates should email cover letter and resume to jobs@kitv.com or mail to:

KITV News Director

801 S. King Street,

Honolulu, HI 96813

EOE M/F/D/V