Creative Services Videographer

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a Creative Services Videographer for WOOD TV8 in Grand Rapids, MI. The role involves shooting and editing video for lifestyle and commercial production, creating on-air promos, and assisting in live field production. A reel must be provided with the resume.

Ideal candidates have an Associate degree or equivalent production experience and strong skills in Adobe Suite, lighting, and audio. On-site work with a fast-paced team environment is expected.

Qualifications

• Ability to produce, shoot, and edit video.
• Proficient in Adobe Suite (e.g., Premiere) and Microsoft tools.
• Strong lighting and audio skills for video production.
• Must provide a reel of work examples with resume.
• Ability to work under pressure during live broadcasts.

Responsibilities

• Support Executive Producer and Director of Sales on assigned duties.
• Create on-brand promos, shoot and edit lifestyle segments and commercial projects.
• Produce, light, shoot and edit video content.
• Meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Produce/ Shoot/ Edit

Adobe Suite

Lighting & Audio

Live broadcasts

Reel portfolio

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Driver’s license

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Premiere Pro

Microsoft Office

Job description

WOOD TV8 in Grand Rapids, Michigan is looking for a hardworking individual who loves TV & video production. The Creative Services Videographer will be skilled in video production, including shooting and editing with the Adobe suite. This position gives the ideal candidate the opportunity to shoot and edit video for lifestyle, and commercial production. This position will be responsible for creating on-air promotional videos, long format stories and commercial advertisements. This person will assist in live field production, promotional events and other duties as assigned.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work with the Executive Producer of Local Programming and the Director of Sales to complete assigned duties.
• Work to create on-brand station promos, shoot and edit lifestyle segments, assist on commercial production projects and other video projects as assigned.
• Produce, light, shoot and edit.
• Work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and ensure that all assigned projects are delivered on-time.
• Produce client sponsored promotional content as assigned.
• Be organized and have good project management skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Specialized Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to produce, shoot, and edit.
• Proficient in computer software application (ex: Adobe Suite, Premiere, Microsoft).
• Possess strong video production skills utilizing new and changing technology and equipment.
• Working knowledge of lighting equipment and audio gear
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to successfully interact with all departments.
• Must be able to provide a reel of work examples- please include with your resume for consideration.
• Must be able to work under pressure during live broadcasts.
• Good team-oriented person.

Education/Experience: Associate’s degree preferred or industry related production experience.

Training/Equipment: Videography & editing skills.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements: High stress environment with deadline pressures. Must be able to lift equipment such as cameras, tripods, lights, etc.

NOTE: This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.

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