News Photographer

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Bonuses

Life and disability insurance

Health insurance

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

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

WBFF/WNUV, part of Sinclair Broadcast Group, seeks a full-time News Photographer in Baltimore. You will shoot ENG stories, edit them with non-linear systems, and cover day-to-day news as well as in-depth features. Strong storytelling and a positive attitude are essential.

Requirements include at least 2 years shooting experience, ability to edit, a valid driver's license, and capacity to lift 25–50 pounds as needed. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of shooting experience with a network affiliate news organization.
• Ability to edit and shoot general assignment stories, live shots and nat sound packages.
• Must have valid driver’s license and be able to operate ENG news vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Cover day to day general, in-depth features and investigative assignments.
• Shoot and edit compelling stories for broadcast.
• Work under tight deadlines with strong storytelling.

Skills

ENG experience

Shooting

Editing

Driver’s license

Team player

Strong work ethic

Tools

Non-linear edit 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.

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

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
• employee stock purchase plan

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.