Dynamic News ENG Photographer & Editor

Nexstar Media; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media's KSWB/FOX 5 and KUSI in San Diego seek a News ENG Photographer to tell stories that matter to our community. You will shoot and edit daily stories, set up live shots, and deliver video for broadcast, streaming and digital platforms.

Collaborate with reporters and producers to plan coverage, edit with Premiere Pro, and ensure stories are complete and accurate. Must be flexible with early mornings, evenings, weekends and travel.

Qualifications

• At least three years of professional news camera experience.
• Proficient with ENG field cameras, live trucks, field editing systems; Adobe Premiere Pro required.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• FAA Part 107 Drone License is a plus.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and travel as needed.
• Availability for early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Shoot high-quality video and capture natural sound for daily news stories, breaking news, live coverage, and special projects.
• Work with reporters and producers to plan visual coverage, develop story ideas, and gather footage and sound to tell complete, accurate, and unbiased stories.
• Edit video for newscasts and digital platforms using Premiere; match video to scripts, meet deadlines, and follow editorial standards.
• Set up and operate field equipment for live shots and video feeds; troubleshoot issues and communicate with the control room during broadcasts.
• Organize and archive raw footage and completed stories for future use.
• Maintain cameras, field equipment, and vehicles in good condition; complete logs and paperwork.
• Respond to breaking news and changing schedules while following safety procedures.
• Work professionally with colleagues and stay current with news production tools and practices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Under pressure decision making

Team collaboration

Tools

ENG field cameras

Live trucks

Field editing systems

Adobe Premiere Pro

Job description

Nexstar Media's KSWB/FOX 5 and KUSI in San Diego seek a News ENG Photographer to tell stories that matter to our community. You will shoot and edit daily stories, set up live shots, and deliver video for broadcast, streaming and digital platforms.

Collaborate with reporters and producers to plan coverage, edit with Premiere Pro, and ensure stories are complete and accurate. Must be flexible with early mornings, evenings, weekends and travel.