Photographer/Videographer - WSB TV

About the position

WSB TV Atlanta is looking for a Photographer/Videographer who is a creative go-getter with an eye for composition and an ear for sound. If you like a challenge and have a couple of years' experience on the street, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Shoot and edit compelling local news stories that are clear and easy to understand.
• Able to work under pressure and make quick decisions in the field.
• Operate and maintain a professional video camera and related news gathering equipment, including laptop, iPhone, LiveU, and drones.
• Be familiar with and understand non-linear editing techniques to meet deadlines and create high-impact stories.
• Understand how to operate and maintain live equipment including microwave, satellite, and LiveU backpacks, and troubleshoot ENG/SNG trucks.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues (camera, laptop, or ENG/SNG trucks) and take ownership of all technical aspects of the job.
• Collaborate with reporters to turn creative and visual stories, active live shot/teases, and ensure daily deadlines are met in high-pressure situations.
• Gather VO, VO-SOT, and NAT sound packages independently.
• Work in all weather conditions and carry up to 50 pounds of equipment.
• Maintain news vehicles for safe operation, keeping up with scheduled maintenance and having a valid driver's license.
• Obtain training to be a drone operator, including taking the FAA drone pilot license exam.
• Ability to work all shifts scheduled, including mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Bring story ideas and a creative energy to the job every day.

Requirements

• 3 years of professional experience working as a TV news photographer required.
• 3 years of non-linear editing experience, preferably Avid editing software.
• Working knowledge of ENG trucks, as well as LiveU and/or licensed drone pilot.
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to generate live shots and packages with high production values is a must.
• Candidate should have all requisite skills with technology, including legacy microwave, major streaming vendors, FTP solutions, non-linear editing solutions, and state of the art newsroom production and rundown system.
• Ideal candidate will be resourceful, self-reliant, and self-motivated.

Nice-to-haves

• Having a 107 remote pilot drone license is a plus.
• Experience and demonstrated ability with original graphics.
• A college degree in Journalism or TV Broadcasting is preferred.