The News Photojournalist operates television or video cameras to record images or scenes for news reports. WGHP/FOX 8, Nexstar’s FOX affiliate serving the Piedmont area of North Carolina has a unique opportunity available for a News Photojournalist to join our team. We are looking for a hard-working individual with a great attitude and excellent people skills. Teamwork with a reporter is essential, but some days you may gather the news solo. Must be able to work under deadline pressure, demonstrate solid ethical news judgment and have excellent communication skills. Our Photojournalists must be able to shoot, produce and edit creative television news stories on high-definition broadcast equipment. Must be capable of learning how to operate an SNG/microwave live truck. Must understand basic NPPA storytelling, shooting, lighting and editing techniques. Be willing to work hard, tolerate flexible scheduling, including weekends, and like to have fun. Shoots video for news reports Confers with other personnel to discuss assignments, logistics and shot requirements Sets up, composes and executes video shots Maintains video equipment Edits video clips for television broadcasts and eMedia content Operates live microwave and satellite trucks in remote situations Performs other duties as assigned Requirements & Skills: High school diploma; college degree preferred. Previous Eng experience preferred. Must have a valid driver's license and maintain clean driving record. Fluency in English Excellent communication skills, both oral and written Minimum two years’ experience operating video recording equipment (More for larger markets and less for smaller markets) Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment Proficiency with video recording equipment Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously Flexibility to work any shift Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv. EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
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