LIFESTYLE VIDEOGRAPHER & EDITOR - WCSC

GRAY MEDIA; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Drone certification training

Emmy-winning team

Job summary

WCSC Live 5 in Charleston, SC, seeks a full-time Lifestyle Videographer/Editor to join the Emmy-winning Palmetto Life team. The role focuses on shooting, editing, and delivering engaging lifestyle segments and sponsored content.

The ideal candidate is a visual storyteller with cinematography and editing skills who works closely with lifestyle producers and the sales team in a fast-paced, client-focused environment. FAA 107 training is available.

Qualifications

• Creative reel showing DSLR/mirrorless cinematography, lighting, and audio.
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere editing.
• Strong storytelling, time-management, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and under daily deadlines, including weekends.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• FAA Part 107 certification preferred, or willingness to become certified.
• Ability to work Saturday through Wednesday.

Responsibilities

• Shoot and edit daily lifestyle segments, sponsored content, and promos.
• Staff booth for Sunday morning show; shoot and edit daily segments Saturday through Wednesday.
• Gather information, story elements, and video in the field.
• Set up and operate live shots as needed; operate LiveU backpacks solo or with a reporter.
• Maintain professionalism with clients, sponsors, and community partners.
• Manage projects, media, and equipment maintenance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cinematography

Editing (Adobe Premiere)

Storytelling

Time management

Communication

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Job description

Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first- and/or second-highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 46 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About WCSC:

Would you like to work for the #1 station in a city consistently named by T+L as one of the best cities in the world? WCSC in Charleston, South Carolina, has been the dominant #1 station in the market since sign-on in 1953. The world-famous food scene, high-tech growth, and hot real estate make Charleston one of the fastest-growing metro areas in the country. Manufacturing jobs at Boeing, Mercedes, and Volvo and the world-class medical community continue to make the Lowcountry a destination market. WCSC Live 5 is committed to serving the Lowcountry with breaking news, weather, and investigative journalism and is the most recognized and awarded news team in the market. Learn more about WCSC Live 5 at Live5News.com

Job Summary/Description:

WCSC Live 5, the #1 station and CBS affiliate in Charleston, SC, is seeking a full-time Lifestyle Videographer/Editor to join our Emmy-winning Palmetto Life team.

The ideal candidate is a visual storyteller with strong cinematography and editing skills who thrives in a fast-paced, creative, client-focused environment. You'll partner daily with lifestyle producers and our sales team to shoot, edit, and deliver compelling segments and sponsored content.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Shoot and edit daily lifestyle segments, sponsored content, and promos
• Staff booth for Sunday morning show; shoot and edit daily segments Saturday through Wednesday
• Gather information, story elements, and video in the field
• Set up and operate live shots as needed; operate LiveU backpacks solo or with a reporter
• Obtain FAA Part 107 Drone Certification (training support provided)
• Maintain a professional manner in the field with clients, sponsors, and community partners
• Manage projects, media, and equipment maintenance
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Creative reel demonstrating DSLR/mirrorless cinematography, lighting, audio, and Adobe Premiere editing
• Strong storytelling, time-management, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively under daily deadlines, including weekends
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required
• Ability to lift/carry up to 30 lbs and operate field equipment
• FAA Part 107 certification preferred, or willingness to become certified
• Ability to work Saturday through Wednesday

WCSC-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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