Photographer/Editor

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.

70d • $43

About The Position

WPIX is looking for a Photographer/Editor. The News Photographer operates television or video cameras to record images or scenes for news reports. 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 web content, operates live microwave and satellite trucks in remote situations, and partners with reporters to develop creative, visually appealing & impactful stories. Works efficiently and effectively under extremely tight deadlines daily. Good judgment skills are a must. Comprehensive understanding of ethical and legal issues concerning daily newsgathering is required. Must routinely use appropriate journalistic standards and guidelines. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Fluency in English.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Accountable for assigned equipment, including news vehicles, cameras, lights, laptop.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• At least 3 to 5 years of experience in broadcast television.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Minimum two years’ experience operating video recording equipment.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Operate television or video cameras to record images or scenes for news reports.
• Shoot video for news reports.
• Confer with other personnel to discuss assignments, logistics and shot requirements.
• Set up, compose, and execute video shots.
• Maintain video equipment.
• Edit video clips for television broadcasts and web content.
• Operate live microwave and satellite trucks in remote situations.
• Partner with reporters to develop creative, visually appealing & impactful stories.
• Work efficiently and effectively under extremely tight deadlines.
• Use appropriate journalistic standards and guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• IBEW Union position.
• Starting rate: $43.95 per hour.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees