Are you passionate about news? Looking to innovate? Want to work with a talented, hard-working team? We have  one immediate opening for the position of part-time News Writer – with opportunities for career growth within our organization. 

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

The following is a short list of the primary functions and does not outline all of the duties and responsibilities for this position: 

∙ Research and write news copy for digital and broadcast platforms under tight deadlines

∙ Write other content as needed for all platforms 

∙ Monitor and post to social media and other news feeds 

∙ Monitor live events to stream to our platforms 

∙ Monitor wires for stories needed on broadcast or digital platforms 

∙ Assist producers, reporters and videographers 

∙ Producer, Lineup Editor, Reporter and Web Content Creator skills are an important asset for career growth opportunities 

∙ Other duties as required 

The ideal candidate must: 

∙ At least one year of broadcast and/or CP-style news writing experience 

∙ Demonstrate strong spelling and grammar skills 

∙ Posses a journalism degree or diploma or equivalent education

∙ Be familiar with WordPress 

∙ Be familiar with posting to, and interacting on, social media platforms 

∙ Be well organized 

∙ A familiarity with ENPS or other such software would be an asset

∙ Must be available to work various shifts, especially evenings, weekends and overnights

∙ Have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record 

∙ Be familiar with the newsmakers and current events of Hamilton, Halton, Niagara, and Brant

Posting Date: Oct 9, 2024 

Application Deadline: Oct 23, 2024 @ 5:00 PM 

Union position in Function Group EE, Wage Classification Rate 3  

Please send your resume and writing samples in confidence to hr@chch.com 

Quote reference # CHCH-NW-PT-2024-10 (No Phone Calls Please)

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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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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Are you outgoing and do you have the “gift of gab”? Are you passionate about TV and media? And do you call the Hamilton region home? If so, Channel Zero Inc has immediate openings for the position of Events Crew Member to represent our iconic brand throughout the Hamilton, Halton and Niagara regions in 2024.

Successful candidates will be responsible for representing Channel Zero brands including CHCH TV, Rewind, Silver Screen Classics, Brant Beacon and more, with special promotions and live on-location broadcasts, interacting with the general public to create positive and lasting impressions. Events will be based mostly in the Hamilton, Halton (Burlington, Oakville, Milton) and Niagara regions, with occasional GTA events as required. Hours will be primarily weekends with the possibility of weekday and evening work as well. A valid G-class driver’s license is required.

Channel Zero is an independent, multiplatform media organization. We genuinely care about our community and about working in an environment that allows each of us to bring our best selves to work. 

Key Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Create positive, lasting impressions with the general public that reflect well on the CHCH TV and Channel Zero company of brands
• Act alongside a team of peers to have fun, contribute equally and support each other while on-site
• Carry out specific and measurable company objectives while on location such as sign-ups, giveaways, surveys, and special promotions
• Collect and load all necessary equipment as instructed and with care
• Set up and tear down all necessary equipment, both light and heavy lifting required
• Drive with care and maintain company vehicles (frequently inspect, replenish gas, keep clean)
• Measure success and provide feedback and suggestions
• Actively keep up-to-date with CHCH TV and the Channel Zero company of brands
• Work a minimum of two shifts per month, primarily weekends, with the possibility of weekdays and evenings

Qualifications and Skills: 

• Self-motivated, accountable, innovative, punctual and reliable
• Able to strike up a conversation and relate to people of all ages
• Able to problem solve and deal with adversity
• Demonstrate initiative and leadership, able to work unsupervised and as part of a team
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure 
• Unafraid of physical work on-foot (standing, lifting, long periods of activity)
• Valid G-class driver’s license, with a clean driving record
• Familiar with Hamilton and the surrounding region
• Weekend and weeknight availability
• Knowledge and passion for TV and movies, and a willingness to embrace new ideas 

Posting Date: July 12, 2024

Please send your resume in confidence to careers@chz.com quoting reference # CHZ-EC-C-2024-07

(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 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. If you require any 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 

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 one immediate opening for the position of a part-time Production-Assistant (Contract 12-18 Months TBD)

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. 

Key Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Working in concert with the producers and director-switchers, assist in all aspects of production of our newscasts
• Monitor social media and news feeds
• Post clips and other news to chch.com and other digital channels
• Liaise with Master Control & Traffic
• Other duties as required 

Qualifications and Skills: 

• Possess at least six months of news production experience
• Be well organized
• Demonstrate strong spelling and grammar skills
• Be prepared to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends
• Possess a broadcast diploma or equivalent
• Have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
• Have a working knowledge of ENPS and Adobe Premiere Pro
• Be familiar with the current events of Hamilton, Halton and Niagara is a strong asset

Posting Date: July 5, 2024

Application Deadline: July 19, 2024 @ 5:00 PM

Union position in Function Group P, Wage Classification Rate 8 

Please send your resume and demo-reel in confidence to hr@chch.com quoting reference # CHCH-PA-PT-2024-06

(No Phone Calls Please)

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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