Posted April 12, 2006

Convergys to Create 700 Jobs to Support DIRECTV Customers

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee -- Convergys Corporation (NYSE: CVG),
a global leader in integrated billing, employee care, and customer care
services, is currently recruiting for 700 new positions at its contact
center in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The new employees are scheduled to be
added between May 2 and the end of this year.

"Excellence in customer service is a top priority for DIRECTV," said Mike
Mossman, senior vice president, Customer Care, DIRECTV, Inc. "Convergys
call center representatives play a critical role in maintaining that
standard. And as we continue to grow, we are pleased that Convergys is
able to provide the resources and talent we need to continue delivering the
highest level of service for our customers."

Convergys has been the major provider of customer care services to DIRECTV
since it launched its digital television programming service nearly 12
years ago in 1994.

"Our employees are dedicated to providing our clients with the highest
level of customer relationship management services. That is the major
reason we are successful in Chattanooga," said Mike Serpan, VP Client
Services for Convergys. "We look forward to continuing to work with the
talented people of Chattanooga as we bring new jobs in to support DIRECTV."

Convergys offers employees comprehensive training, competitive wages and
flexible scheduling. In addition, new employees can take advantage of
tuition reimbursement after day one and a competitive benefits package that
includes full medical, dental, and vision coverage, which is available
after 90 days of employment. After one year of employment, employees can
earn additional benefits that include eligibility to participate in the
company-sponsored 401K and pension plan.

Potential candidates should have a minimum of a high school diploma/GED,
computer skills and some customer service experience. Applicants can apply
by calling 1-888-484-HIRE (4473) or apply on-line at www.convergys.greatjob.net.
"We are pleased to have had Convergys as an employer in Chattanooga for
over a decade. Creating 700 jobs and maintaining a key client,
demonstrates their dedication to the region and the talent of our
workforce," said Mayor Ron Littlefield.

Convergys' Chattanooga contact center is located in the Eastgate Town
Center and began operations in 1997. The 68,000 square-foot facility
operates 18 hours per day, 365 days per year. With the addition of new jobs
at the center, Chattanooga employees will manage approximately 800,000
customer contacts per month.

Convergys’ Chattanooga employees participate in numerous community service
activities including partnerships with the Urban League and the Southeast
Career Center. In addition, Convergys is a supporter of United Way, Make a
Wish foundation, the Ronald McDonald House and Habitat for Humanity.
Convergys employees also participate in charity walks, food drives and
other charitable events.

Currently, Convergys employs over 1,600 people in Tennessee in customer
contact centers in Chattanooga and Clarksville.

About DIRECTV

DIRECTV, Inc. is the nation’s leading digital television service provider
with 15 million customers. DIRECTV and the Cyclone Design logo are
registered trademarks of DIRECTV, Inc. DIRECTV (NYSE: DTV) is a
world-leading provider of digital multichannel television entertainment
services. DIRECTV is approximately 37 percent owned by News Corporation.

About Convergys

Convergys Corporation (NYSE: CVG) is a global leader in providing customer
care, human resources, and billing services. Convergys combines specialized
knowledge and expertise with solid execution to deliver outsourced
solutions, consulting services, and software support. Clients in more than
70 countries speaking nearly 35 languages depend on Convergys to manage the
increasing complexity and cost of caring for customers and employees.
Convergys serves the world's leading companies in many industries including
communications, financial services, technology, and consumer products.
Convergys is a member of the S&P 500 and a Fortune Most Admired Company.
Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, Convergys has more than 62,000
employees in 69 customer contact centers, three data centers, and other
facilities in the United States, Canada, Latin America, Europe, the Middle
East, and Asia. For more information visit www.convergys.com.

Contacts:

Convergys Corporate Communications
Lauri Roderick, +1 513 723-3404 or lauri.roderick@convergys.com

DIRECTV Public Relations
Robert Mercer, +1 310-964-4683 or rgmercer@directv.com