Innovative News ENG Photographer & Editor

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in San Diego seeks a News ENG Photographer to tell stories that matter. You’ll shoot and edit daily stories, set up live shots, and deliver video for broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms, working closely with reporters and producers.

You’ll also communicate developments from the field to the assignment desk and newsroom. The ideal candidate thrives on breaking news, brings creativity to every assignment, and is committed to delivering compelling storytelling

Qualifications

• At least three years of professional news camera experience or equivalent education/experience.
• Proficiency with ENG field cameras, live trucks, field editing systems, and related equipment; Premiere Pro experience required.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record; driving a news vehicle is a regular part of the job.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and travel outside the San Diego market as needed.
• Availability for early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays and overnight assignments.

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 the footage and sound needed to tell complete, accurate, and unbiased stories.
• Edit video for newscasts and digital platforms using Premiere. Match video to scripts, meet deadlines, and follow station editorial and style standards.
• Set up and operate field equipment for live shots and video feeds, including microwave, satellite, and bonded cellular systems. Troubleshoot technical issues and communicate with the control room during broadcasts.
• Organize and archive raw footage and completed stories for future use.
• Maintain assigned cameras, field equipment, and vehicles in good working condition, and complete required logs and paperwork.
• Respond to breaking news and changing schedules while following station safety procedures, particularly in hazardous conditions.
• Work professionally with colleagues and people in the field and stay current with news production tools and practices.

Skills

ENG camera experience

Live trucks

Editing under pressure

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

ENG field cameras

Live trucks

Field editing systems

Job description

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in San Diego seeks a News ENG Photographer to tell stories that matter. You’ll shoot and edit daily stories, set up live shots, and deliver video for broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms, working closely with reporters and producers.

You’ll also communicate developments from the field to the assignment desk and newsroom. The ideal candidate thrives on breaking news, brings creativity to every assignment, and is committed to delivering compelling storytelling