EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT HOUSTONPBS

Sales Account Executive

HoustonPBS is looking for a sales account executive who believes that the art of the relationship matters more than the art of the deal… who gets excited by discussing the quality of the audience, rather than living and dying by the latest Nielsen numbers… and who is passionate about the community service mission of public television and the quality programming it provides.

Previous experience in print, radio and or TV sales is preferred, but not required.  The right individual will have a proven track record of meeting and beating sales goals, and development of client /agency relationships and customer service.  Creative proposal writing skills are a must, as well as the ability to conduct business in the online sales arena.  Familiarity with Nielsen, Scarborough and One Domain would be a plus.

This is a salaried position with no commission structure.

Please apply at jobs.uh.edu (posting number 066618). The University of Houston is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Texas PBS: Underwriting Account Executive

Texas Public Broadcasting Association is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is now accepting applications for:

Unique opportunity for a talented, media sales professional to sell underwriting sponsorships for public television. The Texas PBS Stations are looking for a media sales representative to focus on corporate underwriting opportunities. This person would be located in or near the Dallas/Fort Worth area to assist in building relationships with advertising agencies that represent Texas businesses.

Description

• Work as a team with Texas station staff to maximize corporate underwriting potential in Texas.
• Responsible for the research of program underwriting including the study of potential underwriter’s company, products and interests
• Contacts and arranges meetings with potential underwriters
• Develops presentations and proposals for underwriting prospects
• Discusses and negotiates underwriting of a particular program or series
• Prepares contracts, discusses terms and obtains signatures
• Works with clients and station staff to ensure underwriting language meets Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Guidelines
• Works with stations to ensure proper placement of underwriters logos and spots
• Maintains periodic contact with underwriters and follows up regarding renewals
• Maintains file of current, potential and past underwriters

Skills

• Team player who is willing to work with account executives from other stations
• A proven track record in outside sales. Media sales experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently from a remote office
• Highly motivated and results-oriented
• Ability to build strong, long lasting client relationships
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Some travel may be required

Send cover letter and resume to kschwab@texaspbs.org no phone calls please.

VOLUNTEERS WANTED!

Looking for another way to support HoustonPBS? Become a volunteer.
HoustonPBS is always looking for hard working people who want to have a good time while doing something meaningful! 

We need help in a variety of departments. We will work with your availability. Give us a call at 713-743-8483 or email us at volunteer@houstonpbs.org

We know watching a HoustonPBS Pledge Drive can be exciting, when we are live on the air anything can happen!
Being a part of the action is even better.

INTERNSHIP & VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

• HoustonPBS has UNPAID internship positions available for qualified students age 18 and older.
• If you are interested in an internship for class credit, you should first visit an instructor and/or an advisor to determine the deadlines, requirements, and approvals mandated by your school for this preference; once obtained, this information should accompany your submission to HoustonPBS.
• Commitment Period: internships are generally by semester and require a commitment of at least 10 hours per week:
• Spring = January – April
• Summer = May – July
• Fall = September – December
• Volunteer opportunities are also available in each of the professional disciplines listed below. Your support and time are important to us. Voluntary service will be considered on a case-by-case basis. To inquire about volunteer opportunities at HoustonPBS, please send an e-mail to volunteer@houstonpbs.org
• Please review the list of departmental alternatives below. You will find that there are many interesting and creative career areas within our organization, and potentially within the broadcast television industry itself. If you wish to pursue any of these specialty fields, submit a cover letter specifying your area of interest, a brief resume, and, if applicable, desired commitment period and internship documentation. Send this information to: Maggie Zarazua at mzarazua@houstonpbs.org

DEPARTMENTAL ALTERNATIVES

Communications & Web:
Numerous Communications degrees lead to career opportunities in the Public Relations field. An internship in this dynamic department will increase your understanding of communicating to the public through newspapers, websites, and other media. This departmental association also presents an opportunity to become involved in the support of the station’s web initiative.

Education & Outreach:
HoustonPBS is committed to being a vital community resource with outreach projects that extend far beyond the television set.  Through partnerships with other educational, cultural and medical institutions, we address local needs, issues and interests through local program panel discussions, call-ins, screenings and community events.  This department offers the opportunity to learn about non-broadcast public television community initiatives, such as “Ready to Learn” workshops for parents, child care professionals and teachers, HISD “Parent Engagement” and “Even Start” programs, and live events which enhance the content of national PBS programs. This is an excellent environment for students or volunteers interested in educational, or social service career fields.

Engineering:
This specialty area is one for the more technically inclined applicant. Learn from professional broadcast engineers responsible for designing & maintaining the broadcast infrastructure, and supporting daily broadcast operations. A unique environment for those interested in Electronic or Systems Engineering, or those with a strong analytical aptitude trying to identify a unique career field.

Member Services:
Most organizations have departments which interact with the public, our Member Services group provides this service for our supporters and is critical to the broadcast of our Quarterly Membership Campaigns. This is a great area for those whose strengths & skills point toward a practical knowledge of computer software, organizing projects, research, and direct communication with clients.

Programming:
Television stations offer a constant flow of programs to potential viewers. Your involvement in this area will allow you to observe and support staff members who are responsible for all of our programming decisions, as well as the daily operational programming flow. Individuals who posses strong decision making, communication and research skills can find out if this broadcast discipline should be on your career radar.

Special Events:
Many non-profit and commercial organizations have an ongoing need for special activities which may involve their staff , clients or contributors. Special events can take the form of charity golf tournaments, health fairs, or organizational workshops. This is an opportunity to gain insight into how to organize, market and produce a special event, the perfect opportunity for anyone who considers themselves a "people person."

Creative Services:
Our Creative Services Department is responsible for the promotion of our broadcast schedule, and in the production of other marketing projects. This group also helps in the development of cutting edge website applications. An excellent area to learn how to combine critical technical and creative skills in either web and broadcast applications.

Television Production:
Patience and experience are two things anyone with an interest in this field will need to have in order to succeed. This area will enable you to gain beneficial on-the-job-training as you start your broadcasting career. Professional opportunities in this career field are very limited; and typically production disciplines require a college degree and a minimum 3-5 years of professional experience. While Producing and Directing are two of the more well known positions within the industry, other careers may actually be a better fit for your skills and talents. This area can help you learn about those specialty areas within the broadcast field.  A valuable starting point to a practical understanding of audio, editing, lighting, field & studio production, and basic equipment operations.