News Videographer - Week

Gray Media • East Peoria, IL

6d • $19 - $23

About The Position

WEEK Television, Inc., the NBC and ABC affiliates in Peoria, Illinois, has an immediate opening for a full-time videographer. Candidates should demonstrate strong video skills, creativity, and proficiency in non-linear editing. The position will require undergoing training and testing to become a licensed drone pilot and operate the station’s drone camera. Applicants must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record. This position requires flexible scheduling, as well.

Requirements

• Ability to shoot video using professional-grade equipment
• Basic technical knowledge of professional camera equipment
• Familiarity with nonlinear editing systems (experience with Edius is a plus)
• Skilled in lighting for interviews
• Previous newsroom experience preferred
• Ability to work well with others
• Proven ability to manage high stress under tight deadlines

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with nonlinear editing systems (experience with Edius is a plus)
• Previous newsroom experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Shoot and edit video of news events
• Using our news drone for creative video
• Work with reporters in shooting, editing video for news stories
• Manage and run live cameras
• Conduct interviews and calls to gather basic information
• Care for and manage assigned camera equipment
• Help log interviews and write short stories, as needed
• Assist in identifying potential news story ideas

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account with Company contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employer-paid life and disability benefits
• Paid parental leave benefits
• Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
• 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
• Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
• Focus on Caring

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees