ENG Field Photographer

FOX Weather; New York (NY); On-site; USD 61,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

FOX Weather is seeking an experienced ENG Field Photographer for the New York Bureau to cover major weather events and critical news nationwide. You will work with meteorologists, correspondents, and producers, traveling frequently and deploying quickly in challenging conditions.

Responsibilities include capturing live shots, operating ENG/cinematic cameras, and producing immersive storytelling while complying with safety protocols and travel on short notice for breaking assignments.

Qualifications

• Professional ENG Field Photographer experience, preferably with breaking news or severe weather.
• Strong visual storytelling, camera operation, and lighting skills.
• Experience with Sony ENG cameras and modern field workflows.
• Familiarity with LiveU, satellite transmission, and streaming technology.
• Ability to obtain FAA Part 107 Drone License.
• Experience covering protests/riots, rallies, and war zones.

Responsibilities

• Cover breaking weather, disasters, and major news events nationwide.
• Shoot live shots, interviews, and features with ENG/cinema systems.
• Produce immersive storytelling using movement, sound, and composition.

Skills

Visual storytelling

Camera operation

Lighting

Sony ENG cameras

LiveU/Starlink/FTP

FAA Part 107 drone license

Protests/riots coverage

Editing (Adobe Premiere)

Independent decision making

Physical stamina (50 lb)

Tools

LiveU

Starlink

FTP

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox Weather FOX Weather is a 24/7 ad-supported streaming service operated by FOX News Media. Launched in October 2021, the platform builds upon FOX News Channel's expansive newsgathering units & FOX Television Stations' added resources with a combined 120 meteorologists for a comprehensive suite of weather products featuring local, regional and national reporting, in addition to live programming. Utilizing multiple radar systems, including an immersive mobile 3D radar, and more than 100,000 HD cameras located around the country, the service offers users an innovative approach to forecasting, including coverage surrounding all weather patterns, from immediate to long-term. FOX Weather is available via foxweather.com, the FOX Weather app on IOS and Android devices, as well as Tubi, Apple TV, Amazon, and Roku, through FOX's Connected TV Apps.

JOB DESCRIPTION

FOX Weather is looking for an experienced ENG Field Photographer to join our New York Bureau. As part of our 24/7 streaming network, you'll cover major weather events, breaking news, and critical weather news stories across the nation. Working alongside meteorologists, correspondents, and producers, you'll capture compelling visuals that help tell important stories and keep viewers informed when it matters most. This is a field-based role that requires frequent travel, quick deployment, and the ability to work safely in challenging weather conditions.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Cover breaking weather, natural disasters, and major news events nationwide
• Shoot live shots, interviews, and feature stories using ENG and cinematic camera systems
• Produce immersive visual storytelling using movement, composition, natural sound, and environmental details to bring viewers into the scene
• Operate LiveU, Starlink, FTP, and other live transmission technologies from remote locations
• Capture aerial footage using drones (FAA Part 107 license preferred)
• Set up and manage field audio, lighting, and live remote productions
• Safely operate company vehicles and travel on short notice to breaking news assignments
• Collaborate with producers, meteorologists, and reporters to deliver compelling visual storytelling
• Deploy to breaking news events, including protests, rallies, war zone conflicts, and other high-risk assignments as needed
• Primarily support FOX Weather but may also be deployed across all FOX News Media platforms, including FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business (FBN), and FOX Nation, as coverage demands

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Professional experience as an ENG Field Photographer, preferably covering breaking news or severe weather
• Strong visual storytelling, camera operation, and lighting skills
• Experience with Sony ENG cameras and modern field production workflows
• Familiarity with LiveU, satellite transmission, and streaming technology
• Ability to obtain FAA Part 107 Drone License
• Experience covering protests/riots, rallies, and war zone conflicts
• Adobe Premiere and non-linear editing experience is a plus
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and make sound decisions in fast-paced environments
• Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and passport is required; CDL a plus
• Willingness to learn how to operate larger vehicles needed for field deployments
• Flexibility to travel frequently, often on short notice, and work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as weather events require

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $44.00-55.00 per hour. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.