Editor & Photographer

TelevisaUnivision•Fresno, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

KFTV Noticias 21 is seeking a part-time Photographer/Editor to support live newscasts and station productions. The role performs technical functions with production video switchers, including manual “punch and call,” and coordinates live daily newscasts with the News editorial staff. It also contributes to developing tools and practices that showcase the station’s product and edits content for newscasts. The Photographer/Editor films and records segments, shoots and assembles material for daily newscasts and other platforms, creates graphics, and helps set up studio and control-room environments, including audio and lighting. The role works with reporters and producers, supports solo projects, and contributes to the visual look and ongoing improvement of newscasts and shows. The position is based at the company’s offices in Fresno, California, and requires a varied schedule that may include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

Working knowledge of production video switchers, such as Sony MVS-6530 or equivalent; nonlinear editing systems, such as Avid Newscutter, Premiere Pro, or equivalent; and newsroom computer systems, such as iNEWS or equivalent.
Ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven live television environment and remain flexible in changing and demanding work conditions.
Detail-oriented, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability and flexibility to work a varied schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
At least two years of small- to medium-market television operations and production experience; equivalent work experience may be considered.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, type, edit, reach, and sit for up to eight hours.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be willing to work from the offices in Fresno, California.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Valid California driver's license with a clean driving record; daily driving a news vehicle to and from stories is an essential part of the role.
Employment and education will be verified.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of production cameras such as the Sony Z280 and Panasonic P2 camera, and DSLR cameras.
Proficiency in Photoshop, Adobe, and Canva.
Spanish fluency is highly desired but not required.
AA, BA, or BS in Television Arts/Sciences desired; relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

Direct and technically direct fast-paced newscasts and other station productions using a Sony MVS-6500 switcher or manual “punch and call.”
Record and film segments for shows and edit them as needed using professional cameras and editing software.
Set up studio and control-room environments for productions, including audio and lighting.
Participate in creating the News look and developing ideas to enhance newscasts and shows.
Shoot, assemble, and edit material for daily newscasts, the web, and other platforms.
Create graphics for monitors and video walls and/or edit stories.
Work with reporters and producers and complete solo projects.
Perform other duties as necessary.