Part-Time Photojournalist/Editor
About The Position
Weigel Broadcasting Co. is a family-owned media company based in Chicago, Illinois. The company owns and operates national television networks, as well as local broadcast stations throughout the country. Weigel is a leader in broadcast television with MeTV, Memorable Entertainment Television, the number one rated classic TV entertainment network, as well as the Movies! Network in cooperation with the Fox Television Stations, the Catchy Comedy Network, the H&I - Heroes & Icons Network, the Start TV Network and the Dabl Network in association with the CBS Television Stations, the Story Television Network, the MeTV Toons Network in collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery, and WEST- Western Entertainment Series Television Network. Weigel produces the original network TV programs Svengoolie, Toon In With Me and Collector’s Call. Weigel's local stations include CBS, ABC, The CW, MyNet, Telemundo and Univision network affiliates and independent stations, offering a mix of entertainment programming, local news and professional and college sports broadcasts in 29 U.S. markets including New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago. Weigel is the creator of the nationally syndicated music format MeTV FM. For more information on Weigel, visit: https://www.weigelbroadcasting.com/. Part-Time Photojournalist/Editor General Job Description: ABC57 News seeks an experienced and creative Part-Time Photojournalist/Editor for high-quality storytelling. We want someone who can bring out the emotion of stories through video, editing, and dramatic lighting.
Requirements
- On-site work required. Remote work is not available.
- High School diploma and/or GED
- Experience with camera operation and non-linear editing.
- Must be able to respond quickly to breaking news, ability to operate ENG and cellular bonded technology.
- Requires a valid driver’s license, insurability, and schedule flexibility.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience with broadcast technology a plus.
Responsibilities
- Shoot and edit daily news assignments
- Edit content for the newscast
- Shooting live shots in the field solo or for on-air talent
- Able to gather information, video and sound when out on breaking news situations
- Other duties, as assigned
Benefits
- 401k with Company Match
- Vacation/PTO/Sick/Paid Holidays
- Paid Qualified-FMLA Leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
