Photographer (per diem)
About The Position
CBS News Detroit, home of CBS 62 (WWJ-TV) and CW50 (WKBD-TV), is seeking a creative, dependable visual storyteller to provide per diem coverage for its newsroom. The photographer covers news events and stories for CBS Detroit newscasts, CBS News Streaming, and local programming, while supporting multi-platform and social media efforts. The position calls for a strong understanding of NPPA and cinematic style principles, attention to detail, and a demonstrated body of work. Field work includes operating broadcast cameras, drones, live bonded cellular transmit units, digital microwave and satellite ENG vehicles, non-linear editing systems, and IP-based broadcast applications. This per diem position covers daily assignments, breaking news, and other field needs. Days and hours are scheduled as needed and are not guaranteed. News demands may require extending scheduled shifts on short notice, and the schedule may include weekends, overnights, and mornings.
Requirements
- Ability to carry and operate a broadcast ENG camera and support gear, including a tripod, lights, and microphones.
- Ability to carry and manipulate at least 75 pounds of gear and set up and break down broadcast production equipment, usually alone and on tight deadlines.
- Ability to drive company vehicles safely in all conditions, including potentially hours-long drives to and from assignments.
- Valid Michigan driver's license and a good driving record.
- Ability to communicate story editorial details and production deadline logistics clearly.
- Ability to gather important information at news locations and exercise sound judgment about situational safety.
- Must join the IBEW union if not a current member, where applicable to the position.
Nice To Haves
- Five years of experience as a news photographer and editor, preferably in a top 25 market or at minimum a medium to large television market.
- Bachelor's degree in journalism, broadcast journalism, communications, or a related field, or equivalent related experience.
- Strong non-linear editing background, including Edius, and knowledge of file-based video transfer.
- Experience operating live bonded cellular transmit units.
- Familiarity with the Detroit area.
- Strong news judgment, breaking news skills, and knowledge of current events.
- Strong computer and troubleshooting skills.
- Drone ENG experience with FAA Part 107 certification.
- Jib and Technical Operations Center experience.
Responsibilities
- Shoot and edit news stories for broadcast and digital platforms, using strong visual storytelling and meeting urgent deadlines while maintaining editorial integrity.
- Handle ENG news coverage, including use of cameras, editing systems, lighting, file-based video transfer, transmission equipment, drones, and action cameras.
- Assist reporters and Multi-Skilled Journalists during live shots and assignments as needed.
- Safely operate company vehicles, including microwave-equipped vans and trucks, on potentially long drives and in all weather conditions.
- Maintain assigned vehicles, cameras, lights, laptop editors, and peripheral equipment, and report or initiate repairs when necessary.
- Protect news equipment from theft and damage.
- Meet all show production deadlines.
- Contribute story ideas and production strategy as part of a team, bringing creativity and imagination to broadcast storytelling.
- Incorporate social media and new technology into news coverage.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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