Part- time News Editor/Photographer
About The Position
The News Photographer/Editor operates television or video cameras and editing equipment to record and produce images or scenes for news reports and other programming. Attention to detail is a key component in being successful in this position. Shoots video for news reports Work with news team to discuss assignments, logistics and shot requirements Sets up, composes and executes video shots Shoots and Edits Special Projects Ability to work on packages with reporters or independently. Maintains video and editing equipment Edits video clips for television broadcasts and eMedia content Operates live in microwave and satellite trucks for remote situations Performs other duties as assigned Organizes and strings together raw footage into a continuous whole according to scripts or instructions for newscasts and other programming Reviews assembled footage on screens or monitors to determine whether corrections are necessary Trims filmed segments to specified lengths and reassembles segments into sequences that present stories with maximum effect Determines the specific audio and visual effects necessary to complete spots Sets up and operates computer editing systems, electronic titling systems, video switching equipment, and digital video effects units to produce a final product Selects and combines the most effective shots of each scene to form a logical and smoothly running story Confers with other personnel to discuss assignments, work product and desired effects.
Requirements
- High school diploma
- Fluency in English
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Minimum two years’ experience operating video recording and video editing equipment
- Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
- Proficiency with video recording and editing equipment
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Flexibility to work any shift
Nice To Haves
- Ability to use Adobe creative suite preferred
Responsibilities
- Shoots video for news reports
- Work with news team to discuss assignments, logistics and shot requirements
- Sets up, composes and executes video shots
- Shoots and Edits Special Projects
- Ability to work on packages with reporters or independently
- Maintains video and editing equipment
- Edits video clips for television broadcasts and eMedia content
- Operates live in microwave and satellite trucks for remote situations
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Organizes and strings together raw footage into a continuous whole according to scripts or instructions for newscasts and other programming
- Reviews assembled footage on screens or monitors to determine whether corrections are necessary
- Trims filmed segments to specified lengths and reassembles segments into sequences that present stories with maximum effect
- Determines the specific audio and visual effects necessary to complete spots
- Sets up and operates computer editing systems, electronic titling systems, video switching equipment, and digital video effects units to produce a final product
- Selects and combines the most effective shots of each scene to form a logical and smoothly running story
- Confers with other personnel to discuss assignments, work product and desired effects
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
