Photographer and Editor - Seasonal

Univision•Chicago, IL

2d•$25 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

News Department at Univision Chicago is looking for a seasonal Photographer/editor to join our team! Univision Chicago, has an immediate opening for a seasonal part-time photographer/editor. This position will be responsible for shooting and editing for the station’s newscasts. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: shooting, editing, daily newsgathering, and reporting as well as appearances at community and station events in a fast-paced, extremely competitive market. Our photographers work hand in hand with reporters and producers. They produce and report news stories using non-linear editing equipment, camaras, phones, gopro and related broadcasting equipment and newsroom computer systems. We are looking for a passionate storyteller. Willing to work in a deadline driven environment.

Requirements

Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills both written and oral
A thorough knowledge of all ENG practices is required.
Must have working knowledge of television news photography and technology
Must be able to shoot with P2 and XD Cameras, and edit under deadline pressure
Be able to lift and carry broadcast video equipment (approximately 45 pounds), and have manual dexterity in use of keyboard, video editing equipment (linear and non-linear) video machines, server-based video editing and playback systems and other broadcast equipment.
Avid and Adobe CS Suite required
Must have and maintain a good driving record and a valid driver’s license, along with the ability to drive daily
Personal computer experience required, including non-linear editing equipment
Must be willing to work from office in Chicago, IL
Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States
This position will require the employee to be a member or join NABET-CWA

Nice To Haves

Experience in broadcast news in Spanish language broadcasting as reporter or photographer/editor
Needs to be able to work on tight deadlines, with a reporter or independently
Able to improvise when situation warrants
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
Familiar with the Chicago area
Skills to be a problem solver
Creative with strong sense of community involvement for unique story ideas
Must be able to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
Must be able to multi-task, work well under extreme pressure, and communicate effectively
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

Responsibilities

Go to news sites in all types of weather and capture newsworthy events as they happen.
Be able to work closely with our Reporters to produce compelling, significant stories.
Editing video for daily news coverage, special projects, and sweep period pieces using Adobe Premiere and other non-linear editing software
Taking in news feeds from news bureaus and various news organizations
Collaborating with anchors, reporters, and producers on video elements of newscasts
Meeting daily deadlines in a high-energy working environment
Covering specialized consumer content, day-to-day news stories and long-term assignments
Maintain assigned photography gear and vehicles and operate in a safe manner
Work well with P2 and XD cameras to shoot interviews and general footage.
Establish a good working-relationship with newscast producers and co-anchors to ensure a well-paced, accurate and informative broadcast.
Must be a strong and fast writer and have solid news judgment as a Producer.
Attend and participate in off-site company-sponsored and community events as assigned by station management.