News Photographer

Sinclair Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Bonuses

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Paid vacation days

Personal days

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Sinclair Inc. is seeking a full-time News Photographer in Baltimore to capture day-to-day general assignments, in-depth features, and investigative pieces.

The role demands ENG experience, HD shooting, and solid non-linear editing on a desktop or laptop, with strong people skills and a professional work ethic. You will contribute to compelling storytelling, operate ENG vehicles, and work under deadlines while lifting 25–50 pounds as needed.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of shooting experience and technical knowledge of editing and photo equipment.
• Team-player who can produce good stories under tight deadlines.
• Must have valid driver’s license, good driving record and be able to operate ENG news vehicles.
• Ability to edit and shoot general assignment stories, lives shots and natural sound packages.
• Must be able to lift and carry between 25 and 50 pounds on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

• Cover day-to-day general assignments, in-depth features and investigative stories.
• Shoot in HD and edit on desktops and laptops.
• Tell compelling stories with strong editing and camera work.

Skills

ENG experience

Editing skills

Team player

People skills

Tools

Non-linear editing systems

Job description

WBFF/WNUV is looking for a creative full-time News Photographer! We are seeking someone who can see beyond the lens and bring back compelling stories. The candidate should have [# year(s)] of ENG experience with a network affiliate news organization. You will cover day to day general, in-depth features and investigative assignments. We are shooting full high definition (HD) on media cards and editing on desktops and laptops. You should have strong editing skills in non-linear edit systems, possess excellent people skills, a strong work ethic, and a great attitude. A passion for story telling is absolutely essential in this position. The hourly compensation range for this role is $21.66 to $27.64. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, quarterly and annual incentive plan bonuses, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, 15 paid vacation days, 2 paid personal days, 9 paid holidays, 40 hours of paid sick leave, parental leave, and employee stock purchase plan.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of shooting experience and technical knowledge of editing and photo equipment
• Team-player who can produce good stories under tight deadlines
• Must have valid driver’s license, good driving record and be able to operate ENG news vehicles
• Ability to edit and shoot general assignment stories, lives shots and natural sound packages
• Must be able to lift and carry between 25 and 50 pounds on a regular basis

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.