Videographer/Editor - WHIO TV

Cox Media Group • Dayton, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

WHIO TV Dayton is looking for a Photographer/Videographer who is a creative with an eye for composition and an ear for sound. If you like a challenge and have experience behind the camera, we want to hear from you!

Essential Duties and 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. This includes laptop, iPhone, LiveU and drones. Be familiar with and understand non-linear editing techniques to meet deadlines and create high-impact stories. Understanding the best way to troubleshoot equipment issues (camera, laptop or ENG equipment) as well as ownership of all technical aspects of the job. Collaborate with reporters to turn creative and visual stories, active live shot / teases and making sure daily deadlines are met in high pressure situations. A self-starter, with the ability to gather VO, VO-SOT and NAT sound packages by yourself. Able to 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. Ability to work all shifts scheduled, including mornings, nights, weekends and holidays. Other duties may be assigned as needed. Must adhere to all station policies. Bring story ideas and a creative energy to the job every day.

Requirements

• 3 years of experience working as a videographer required
• 3 years of non-linear editing experience, preferably Avid editing software
• 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
• Must have all requisite skills with technology, 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

• A college degree in Journalism or TV Broadcasting
• Having a Part107 remote pilot drone license is a plus
• Experience and demonstrated ability with original graphics

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. This includes laptop, iPhone, LiveU and drones.
• Be familiar with and understand non-linear editing techniques to meet deadlines and create high-impact stories.
• Understanding the best way to troubleshoot equipment issues (camera, laptop or ENG equipment) as well as ownership of all technical aspects of the job.
• Collaborate with reporters to turn creative and visual stories, active live shot / teases and making sure daily deadlines are met in high pressure situations.
• A self-starter, with the ability to gather VO, VO-SOT and NAT sound packages by yourself.
• Able to 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.
• Ability to work all shifts scheduled, including mornings, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed.
• Must adhere to all station policies.
• Bring story ideas and a creative energy to the job every day.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed