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Human Resources
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Fax: (617) 248-0653
E-mail:human_resources@whdh.com

Updated November 18, 2008

Job No. 2078
Title: Producer
Requirements: Line produce fast-paced, creative, breaking-news focused newscast with responsibility for story selection and placement, graphics, teases, pre-production effects; assign duties to writers and production assistants; work closely with Executive Producers and Creative Services Department to showcase coverage. 3-5 years medium-major market producing experience required. Knowledge of New England preferred. WHDH-TV is an EOE employer.
 

Job No. 2077
Title: PT Writer
Requirements: Write for major newscasts. Knowledge of television production, including videotape usage. Ability to use broad range of sources for news gathering. College degree. At least two years major market writing experience. WHDH-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 

Job No. 2076
Title: PT Maintenance Technician
Requirements: Operation, repair and maintenance of broadcast equipment to the component level. SBE certification and FCC license preferred. Experience in maintaining analogue and digital broadcast equipment, including non-linear and linear editing systems, cameras, beta cam sx systems, video file servers, network integration’s system, microwave and satellite systems. Thorough knowledge of Windows/Mac/Unix/Linux based operating systems, LAN/WAN platforms. TCP/IP. 2-5 years of maintenance experience in television broadcast preferred.
 

Job No. 2075
Title: PT Overnight Desk Assistant
Requirements: Manage assignment desk overnights and fill in as Weekend Assignment Editor when requested. Develop strategy for news coverage, research stories and develop personnel and equipment to cover news stories for our morning program and help build the day for our afternoon shows. One year’s assignment desk experience preferred. Knowledge of Boston and New England and an understanding of modern technology are required. College degree preferred.
 

Job No. 2074
Title: PT Production Assistant
Requirements: Assist Producer and/or Director in preparation of news shows under the direction of Executive and Program Producers. Perform administrative support duties, prepare and distribute news formats, and assist with research. Some newsroom experience required. College degree preferred. WHDH is an E.O.E. Employer.
 

Job No. 2073
Title: PT Production Assistant
Requirements: Assist Producer and/or Director in preparation of news shows under the direction of Executive and Program Producers. Perform administrative support duties, prepare and distribute news formats, and assist with research. Some newsroom experience required. College degree preferred. WHDH is an E.O.E. Employer.
 

Job No. 2066
Title: Producer
Requirements: Line produce fast-paced, creative, breaking-news focused newscast with responsibility for story selection and placement, graphics, teases, pre-production effects; assign duties to writers and production assistants; work closely with Executive Producers and Creative Services Department to showcase coverage. 3-5 years medium-major market producing experience required. Knowledge of New England preferred. WHDH-TV is an EOE employer.
 

Job No. 2060
Title: PT Production Assistant
Requirements: Assist Producer and/or Director in preparation of news shows under the direction of Executive and Program Producers. Perform administrative support duties, prepare and distribute news formats, and assist with research. Some newsroom experience required. College degree preferred. WHDH is an E.O.E. Employer.
 

Job No. 2054
Title: Special Projects Producer
Requirements: Producer will work as off-air reporter, putting together aggressive, compelling segments for our newscast. Excellent researching, interviewing, and writing skills. Ability to meet tight deadlines. Ability to think visually and use creative video in stories. At least 2 years producing special projects segments in major television news market. College degree preferred. WHDH-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 

Job No. 2045
Title: PT Special Projects Producer
Requirements: Producer will work as off-air reporter, putting together aggressive, compelling segments for our newscast. Excellent researching, interviewing, and writing skills. Ability to meet tight deadlines. Ability to think visually and use creative video in stories. At least 2 years producing special projects segments in major television news market. College degree preferred. WHDH-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 

Job No. 2040
Title: Cut-In Writer/Producer
Requirements: Write and produce nightly news updates, news topicals and news image spots. Must have strong writing and communication skills, a great eye for graphics and 2 years experience in on-air news promotion. Ability to meet tight deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment. College degree preferred. WHDH-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 

Job No. 2029
Title: Account Executive
Requirements: AE will generate new and service existing local accounts, ensuring all financial goals of TV station are being exceeded, while developing and maintaining relationships with agencies and clients. Must have the ability to manage and enhance direct relationships with agencies and clients to promote station image and perception. The ability to identify the needs of advertisers and prepare custom sales presentations with solutions to those needs is necessary. Responsibilities include; developing and creating new programs to maximize revenue from existing clients, continual development of new business revenue streams. Maintaining a customer friendly attitude and dedication to customer needs, being prepared with all information needed (including historical budget, last years’ share, this year’s budget, targeted share for day-parts used or any other historical or present information) that sales management requires to make sound and informed business decisions. A Bachelor’s degree in advertising, marketing or equivalent related experience is required. Requires analytical and technical skills to analyze specific sales situations. Experience with “One Domain”, “CMR”, “Matrix” and “OSI” software applications a plus. Must demonstrate the effective recognition, oral and written communication skills to influence external contacts. Requires one to three years of sales experience with a prior radio or television background preferred. WHDH is an E.O.E. Employer.
 

Job No. 2022
Title: Account Executive
Requirements: AE will generate new and service existing local accounts, ensuring all financial goals of TV station are being exceeded, while developing and maintaining relationships with agencies and clients. Must have the ability to manage and enhance direct relationships with agencies and clients to promote station image and perception. The ability to identify the needs of advertisers and prepare custom sales presentations with solutions to those needs is necessary. Responsibilities include; developing and creating new programs to maximize revenue from existing clients, continual development of new business revenue streams. Maintaining a customer friendly attitude and dedication to customer needs, being prepared with all information needed (including historical budget, last years’ share, this year’s budget, targeted share for day-parts used or any other historical or present information) that sales management requires to make sound and informed business decisions. A Bachelor’s degree in advertising, marketing or equivalent related experience is required. Requires analytical and technical skills to analyze specific sales situations. Experience with “One Domain”, “CMR”, “Matrix” and “OSI” software applications a plus. Must demonstrate the effective recognition, oral and written communication skills to influence external contacts. Requires one to three years of sales experience with a prior radio or television background preferred. WHDH is an E.O.E. Employer.
 

Job No. 1915
Title: Maintenance Technician
Requirements: Operation, repair and maintenance of broadcast equipment to the component level. SBE certification and FCC license preferred. Experience in maintaining analogue and digital broadcast equipment, including non-linear and linear editing systems, cameras, beta cam sx systems, video file servers, network integration's system, microwave and satellite systems. Thorough knowledge of Windows/Mac/Unix/Linux based operating systems, LAN/WAN platforms. TCP/IP. 2-5 years of maintenance experience in television broadcast preferred.
 

Job No. 1739
Title: PT Maintenance Technician
Requirements: Operate, repair and maintain state-of-the-art television broadcast equipment. FCC license and SBE certification preferred. Experience in maintaining cameras, VTR's, digital video effects, paint/graphic systems, computer and editing systems. BSEE preferred. 1 to 3 years of maintenance experience in television broadcast.
 

Job No. 1666
Title: PT Van Technician
Requirements: Seek experienced van technician with additional skills in one or more of additional areas: audio, shoot, edit, KU operator (requires CDL license), rack operations and maintenance. Hours various – shifts various. Major market experience preferred.
 

Job No. 1409
Title: PT Photographer/Editor
Requirements: A minimum of five years experience in news photography and editing is mandatory. A through knowledge of all ENG practices is required. The ability to operate Microwave trucks is preferred. A demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet all deadlines is required. Non linear editing experience is a plus. A Broadcast Communications degree, and or technical training is required. A clean driver's license is also required.