Channel Zero Inc. (CHZ) has a part-time opportunity for a Distribution Coordinator working closely with Ouat Media. 

Based in Toronto, Ouat Media specializes in the distribution and worldwide sales of short films, with a particular focus on titles by the industry’s rising stars premiering at the world’s leading film festivals. To date, Ouat Media has represented 12 Oscar® nominees, including 3 winners. A wholly owned subsidiary of the independent Canadian media group Channel Zero, Ouat Media will be celebrating its 20th anniversary next year.

The Distribution Coordinator position offers a hybrid work arrangement, combining remote work with at least one in-office day each week. The role requires a weekly commitment of up to 20 hours.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  

• Coordinate all aspects of the content acquisitions process, asset and catalogue management
• Support the sales process including business affairs and assets delivery
• Coordinate all aspects of film royalty reporting
• Manage updates to Ouat Media’s website, social media accounts and public listings
• Support marketing initiatives including regular industry newsletters
• Provide administrative support as required
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years experience in film or broadcast industry
• University degree in film, broadcast or business administration or equivalent
• Strong communication skills
• Highly organized
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated and self-directed professional
• A passion for film and an interest in supporting emerging talent in the industry

Quoting ref# CHZ-DC-PT-2025-04, please send your résumé with cover letter and rate expectations, in confidence to: careers@chz.com (no phone calls please)  

Channel Zero Inc. is a member of the Channel Zero group of companies and along with its subsidiaries, affiliates, and related companies is dedicated to diversity in its workforce. We are committed to attracting, developing and retaining qualified individuals from typically underrepresented groups; candidates may elect to self identify as a member of a designated group. We want to reflect the diversity of the many communities that we serve, and thus provide a safe and equitable opportunity for all. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply but applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only selected candidates will be contacted. No telephone calls or agencies please. If you require accommodations at this or any stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an email to careers@chz.com.

About Channel Zero Inc.

Channel Zero is an independent Canadian media company that owns over-the-air channel CHCH-TV and specialty channels Rewind & Silver Screen Classics. Channel Zero’s digital sales agency Junction Digital offers advertisers marketing solutions on our owned and operated websites and social media platforms and beyond, via our trading desk. The film division of Channel Zero features Ouat Media, an Academy Award® winning film sales and distribution company, and Channel Zero Studios, a creative production arm that brings scripted and unscripted projects to life with innovative partnerships. Channel Zero’s head office is located in Toronto. For more information, please visit chz.com.

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Join our team at CHCH News!

Are you a creative, digital-savvy storyteller ready to make an impact? CHCH News, the leading news source in the Golden Horseshoe, is looking for an innovative Web Content Creator to bring fresh, engaging content to our online platforms. We serve the dynamic communities of Hamilton, Halton, and Niagara with a commitment to high-quality journalism across TV, digital, and social media.

If you thrive in a fast-paced newsroom and have a passion for digital storytelling, this role is for you

Position Details: Full-time 12-month contract in Hamilton Ontario (5 days per week, including every weekend)

What you’ll do:

Present insightful, accurate and engaging local news and sports stories for broadcast and digital
Source breaking news, monitor trends, and engage with audiences across platforms
Work closely with our Morning Live, Evening News, and Trending Now teams to upload and amplify content

Manage and grow CHCH News’ digital presence, ensuring relevance and engagement
Take certain news streams live on multiple platforms
Set up and conduct interviews
Instruct news crews on digital platform newsgathering
Conduct research, maintain sources, and keep up-to-date with local news and events

• What you bring:
• One or more year(s) of experience in digital news writing and video production
  Strong editorial judgement and decision-making skills
  Excellent spelling, grammar, and organizational skills
  Knowledge of SEO best practices
  Skills in Canva, Adobe Premiere Pro, WordPress, and social media tools
  Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends
  Proficient in CP Style
  Journalism diploma or equivalent relevant experience
  A valid driver’s license and clean driving record
  Familiarity with ENPS is a plus
  Knowledge of Hamilton, Halton, and Niagara news and key figures is a strong asset

Why join CHCH News?

Be a part of a trusted, multiplatform news leader
Work in fast-paced, digital-forward environment
Have creative freedom to shape and elevate our online presence
Ready to make an impact? Apply now and be part of the future of news at CHCH!

Posting Date: April 7, 2025
Application Deadline: April 17, 2025
Quoting CHCH-WCC- 2025-04, please send your resume in confidence to hr@chch.com
Union position in Functional Group EE, Classification Group 4

2190015 Ontario Inc. is a member of the Channel Zero group of companies and along with its subsidiaries, affiliates, and related companies is dedicated to diversity in its workforce .We are committed to attracting, developing and retaining qualified individuals from typically underrepresented groups; candidates may elect to self-identify as a member of a designated group. We want to reflect the diversity of the many communities that we serve, and thus provide a safe and equitable opportunity for all. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply but applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only selected candidates will be contacted. No telephone calls or agencies please. If you require accommodations at this or any stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an email to careers@chz.com
About CHCH
CHCH-TV started broadcasting in 1954 and is proud to be the news leader for Hamilton and the surrounding Halton and Niagara regions. CHCH produces over 24 hours of original local news programming each week. With a primetime line-up anchored by movies, news magazine shows, and hit dramas, CHCH is available to over 92% of Ontario households and is viewed by millions nationally each week. CHCH News is produced daily out of its broadcast studio located in Hamilton, Ontario. For more information, please visit chch.com.

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Channel Zero Inc. (CHZ) has a career opportunity for a part-time Master Control Operator at our Toronto office in The Junction (Keele & Dundas).

Essential Position Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor outgoing signals and ensure integrity of all channels
• Prepare, import and maintain schedules to automations
• Make revisions to program schedules as directed by the Programming, Production and/or Traffic Departments
• Load and ensure accuracy of program schedules, and make changes as necessary
• Prepare all programming, commercial and promotional content for air/play-out, including encoding, downloading and transcoding media
• Review, segment and ensure technical quality, accuracy and completeness of all media
• Basic editing tasks using Final Cut Pro
• Setup, receive and record multiple incoming signals (i.e. satellite, fibre, adjacent systems, etc.) 
• Work closely with the Engineering department to ensure the functionality of all equipment and to perform basic equipment maintenance, 
• React promptly to technical issues, and advise appropriate personnel in a timely manner
• Complete daily reports on Master Control operations
• Prepare and maintain VOD content for BDUs
• Perform other related duties as assigned

The ideal candidate will possess:   

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines 
• Excellent multitasking skills and great attention to detail
• Technical ability to perform basic troubleshooting of both standard and high definition broadcast video/audio signals
• Ability to ingest and edit content as well as basic operation of production switcher for live cut-ins
• Ability to work with multiple platforms (Windows 64-bit systems XP, Vista, 7 and Mac OSX, Leopard) and to map drives and use networks
• Willing and enthusiastic about learning new technologies
• Must be able to do shift work including overnights, weekends, and holidays
• Must work well in team environment at the same time work well under minimal supervision
• Relevant experience in a Master Control facility will be a definite asset

Quoting ref# MC-2024-11, please send your résumé with cover letter and salary expectations, in confidence to: careers@chz.com (no phone calls please) 

Channel Zero Inc. is a member of the Channel Zero group of companies and along with its subsidiaries, affiliates, and related companies is dedicated to diversity in its workforce .We are committed to attracting, developing and retaining qualified individuals from typically underrepresented groups; candidates may elect to self identify as a member of a designated group. We want to reflect the diversity of the many communities that we serve, and thus provide a safe and equitable opportunity for all. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply but applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only selected candidates will be contacted. No telephone calls or agencies please. If you require accommodations at this or any stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an email to careers@chz.com

About Channel Zero Inc. 

Channel Zero is an independent Canadian media company that owns over-the-air channel CHCH-TV and specialty channels Rewind & Silver Screen Classics. Channel Zero’s digital sales agency Junction Digital offers advertisers marketing solutions on our owned and operated websites and social media platforms and beyond, via our trading desk. The film division of Channel Zero features Ouat Media, an Academy Award® winning film sales and distribution company, and Channel Zero Studios, a creative production arm that brings scripted and unscripted projects to life with innovative partnerships. Channel Zero’s head office is located in Toronto. For more information, please visit chz.com.

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Are you passionate about news? Looking to innovate? Want to work with a talented, hard-working team? We have an immediate opening for the position of a full-time Technology Operations Supervisor.

CHCH News is a multiplatform organization serving the dynamic and rapidly growing regions of Hamilton, Halton, and Niagara. We genuinely care about our community and about working in an environment that allows each of us to bring our best selves to work.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide total cost of ownership and impact analysis for planned upgrades
• Oversee the technical infrastructure on a day to day basis
• Oversee Transmitter & Maintenance Technician staff workflow
• Develop a strong team of technicians through training and effective two-way communication
• Strong communication with News programming and News Operation teams and the Senior Management on all issues affecting the technical infrastructure of the Technology Operations department.
• Deliver exceptional and quality service to all users of technology
• Provide critical problem solving, sound decision making and strategic architectural planning, purchasing and implementation
• Maintain excellent communication and relationships with management
• Demonstrate sound leadership skills including the ability to motivate and lead others when working under pressure
• Mentor and provide feedback to subordinates through informal and formal processes
• Effectively troubleshoot and problem solve hardware and software issues for timely resolution
• Liaise with outside vendors and technical support in a professional manner
• Project manage the planning and implementation of Technology Operations Department projects
• Other duties as assigned

Key Qualifications:

• Dedication and commitment to quality and exceptional service delivery
• A successful five year history of supporting a technical infrastructure and a proven ability to handle day to day needs of a small to medium sized office, supporting both technical and non-technical employees
• Excellent problem solving, sound decision making and strategic architectural planning, purchasing and implementation capabilities
• Excellent communication, relationship management and reasoning skills
• Practical knowledge of Linux (3 + years), Email Servers (3 + years), and VOIP (1 year or more with Asterisk); Server Systems, Desktop Systems, Macs, Switches, Firewalls and Network Attached Storage
• Experience in the broadcast industry will be a definite asset                          

Please send your resume and cover letter in confidence to hr@chch.com quoting Reference# CHCH-TOS-2024-10

2190015 Ontario Inc. (CHCH-TV) is a member of the Channel Zero group of companies and along with its subsidiaries, affiliates, and related companies is dedicated to diversity in its workforce .We are committed to attracting, developing and retaining qualified individuals from typically underrepresented groups; candidates may elect to self identify as a member of a designated group. We want to reflect the diversity of the many communities that we serve, and thus provide a safe and equitable opportunity for all. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply but applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only selected candidates will be contacted. No telephone calls or agencies please. If you require accommodations at this or any stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an email to careers@chz.com

About CHCH 

CHCH-TV started broadcasting in 1954 and is proud to be the news leader for Hamilton and the surrounding Halton and Niagara regions. CHCH produces over 24 hours of original local news programming each week. With a primetime line-up anchored by movies, news magazine shows, and hit dramas, CHCH is available to over 92% of Ontario households and is viewed by millions nationally each week. Millions more see us online on various platforms. CHCH News is produced daily out of its broadcast studio located in Hamilton, Ontario. For more information, please visit chch.com.

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Do you want to be part of a team that is working on new and emerging technologies?  Do you have video experience as well as a passion for the technical aspects of Television?  The Television landscape is changing with much more reliance on IT technology.  This field is changing and we are looking for someone who wants to change and grow with it. Our team is collaborative and focused on our goals.  If this sounds like a place where you can thrive we would love to hear from you.

This is a full-time position where shifts are generally days but may include occasional evenings, nights and on-call.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and troubleshoot satellite transmissions, multiplexed signals and automation system operations for multiple broadcast streams and High-Definition channels
• Effectively communicate with manager, master control operators, vendors, clients and management on all issues affecting the transmission of channels
• Troubleshoot and maintain various Broadcast servers, computer servers, and Non-linear editing systems used in Digital media workflows
• Troubleshoot and repair of traditional broadcast equipment such as video, master control switchers, routing switchers, and supporting infrastructure
• Assist in the installation and commissioning of new facilities and/or addition or modification of existing facilities
• Keep manager informed on all repairs and maintenance issues or other matters affecting operations
• Update and maintain drawings and create new ones for assigned projects
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance of computer systems and networks
• Provide support of Master Control operations
• Other duties as assigned

Key Qualifications:  

• Broadcast Engineering Diploma/Degree or relevant experience in a broadcast engineering capacity
• Ability to work under pressure, make sound decisions and find effective solutions
• Competent technical ability to perform basic troubleshooting of both standard and high definition broadcast video/audio signals, with sound understanding of a variety of automation systems and video path flow
• Ability to work with multiple platforms (Linux, Windows 64-bit systems and Mac OSX) troubleshoot issues and test updates
• Excellent multitasking skills and great attention to detail
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to problem solve
• Willing and enthusiastic about learning new technologies
• Must work well in a team environment at the same time work well under minimal supervision

Please send your résumé and cover letter in confidence to careers@chz.com quoting reference BT-2023-01

Applicants who do not meet all the posted qualifications may, upon the company’s sole discretion, be considered to fill a vacancy on an underfill basis.

Channel Zero Inc. is a member of the Channel Zero group of companies and along with its subsidiaries, affiliates, and related companies is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in its workforce. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply but applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only selected candidates will be contacted. No telephone calls or agencies please.

About Channel Zero Inc.

Channel Zero is an independent Canadian media company that owns over-the-air channel CHCH-TV and specialty channels Rewind & Silver Screen Classics. Channel Zero’s digital sales agency Junction Digital offers advertisers marketing solutions on our owned and operated websites and social media platforms and beyond, via our trading desk. The film division of Channel Zero features Ouat Media, an Academy Award® winning film sales and distribution company, and Channel Zero Studios, a creative production arm that brings scripted and unscripted projects to life with innovative partnerships. Channel Zero’s head office is located in Toronto. For more information, please visit chz.com.

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