Level B Technician (Photographer)

Fox•Los Angeles, CA

16d•$56

About The Position

KTTV Fox 11 & KCOP Fox 11 Plus is seeking a skilled and creative News Photographer. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for capturing compelling visuals that enhance storytelling and engage our audience. Responsible for shooting and editing video footage for news broadcasts using Panasonic and Sony cameras, as well as digital microvans. The photographer will work closely with reporters and producers and must be able to manage time efficiently to edit and submit stories and/or live shots in time to make pre-assigned news slots.

Requirements

3 years’ minimum experience as a General Assignment News Photographer on a regularly scheduled newscast.
Flexibility to work irregular hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Strong understanding of video composition, lighting, and audio capture
Proficient in linear and non-linear editing systems (ex: Grass Valley Edius, Adobe Premiere).
Must be able to shoot, edit and operate microvans under pressure while meeting deadlines for live newscasts.
Must understand bonded cellular transmission using portable packs (LiveU, Dejero), V-set KA satellite and Starlink.
Must be able to carry up to 55 lbs. of camera equipment over various conditions
Must have a valid CA driver license.
Must be willing to travel/drive to various locations in and around greater Los Angeles to cover breaking news, events and features.

Responsibilities

Shooting video footage for news broadcasts
Editing video footage for news broadcasts
Operating Panasonic cameras
Operating Sony cameras
Operating digital microvans
Work closely with reporters
Work closely with producers
Manage time efficiently to edit and submit stories
Manage time efficiently to edit and submit live shots in time to make pre-assigned news slots