Sports PhotographerEditor
New York City, NY - USA
Job Summary
WPIX is looking for a full-time Sports Photographer/Editor. TheSports Photographeris responsible for shooting video sound editing and transmitting live content
- Shoots video for Sports and News coverage
- Confers with other personnel to discuss assignments logistics and shot requirements
- Sets up composes and executes broadcast quality video
- Maintains all assigned equipment
- Edits video for television broadcasts and web content
- Operates live trucks
- Partners with reporters to develop creative visually appealing & impactful stories
- Works efficiently and effectively under extremely tight deadlines
- Good judgment skills are a must.
- Comprehensive understanding of ethical and legal issues concerning daily newsgathering. Must routinely use appropriate journalistic standards and guidelines.
- Excellent lighting camera production and editing skills.
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Must be able to work professionally and respectfully with others
- A strong work ethic towards excellence
- Work weekends and nights
Requirements & Skills:
- Applicants must have a flexible schedule with ability to work nights weekends and holidays
- Candidates will be accountable for assigned equipment including news vehicles cameras lights laptop writing trouble reports when necessary.
- Excellent communication skills both oral and written
- A passion for sports
- Must possess a valid drivers license and a clean driving record.
- Must have at least 3 to 5 years of experience in broadcast television.
- Minimum two years experience operating video recording equipment (More for larger markets and less for smaller markets)
- Proficiency with computers telephones transmission streaming
- Proficiency with video recording equipment including Sony cameras
- Ability to meet deadlines prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Flexibility to work any shift
Starting rate: $44.83
About Company
As the largest TV station operator in the U.S. reaching nearly 39 percent of households, Nexstar Media Group offers unrivaled audience access and influence.