News 12 Videographer - Freelance
About The Position
News 12 is our award-winning, hyper local news station covering communities throughout Long Island, the Bronx, Brooklyn, Westchester, Hudson Valley, Connecticut and New Jersey. News 12 New York is our National streaming service for regional news, weather and News 12 originals. If you’re committed to delivering high quality news and storytelling with a hyper local lens, we have positions available for both on and off-air talent with opportunities for development and growth. News 12 is looking for a freelance Videographer to shoot and/or edit video for news programs, live coverage, breaking news and other productions and promotions for all news services.
Requirements
- Editing experience required
- Understanding of camera operation (ENG cameras a plus) and photographic techniques
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Knowledge in current and emerging newscast technologies
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Flexible schedule with ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license in good standing within the state of current residence
- Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.
Nice To Haves
- Associates degree in Broadcasting or Television Production preferred
- Master's degree is a plus
- Minimum one year of experience in a television field production preferred
- Adobe Premiere experience preferred
- Basic knowledge of news operations and practices helpful
Responsibilities
- Work independently or as part of a team to create pictures and sound which accurately and fairly represent the news, recording raw video and audio and turning it into finished product.
- Drive news vehicles and/or live-transmission vehicles and operate production and transmission equipment.
- Maintain assigned equipment, including news vehicles, cameras, lights, editors and peripheral gear, initiating repairs when necessary.
Benefits
- Competitive pay based on job-related factors, including skills and experience.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
