News Photographer & Video Editor

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a News Photographer to operate cameras, compose shots, and edit video for broadcast and online content.

The role requires coordinating with staff on assignments, equipment setup, and on-site logistics to deliver high-quality news footage. Candidates should have at least two years of video operation experience, strong English communication, and the ability to meet deadlines while handling multiple tasks across shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Minimum two years' experience operating video recording equipment.
• Proficiency with video recording equipment.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Shoots video for news reports.
• Confers with other personnel to discuss assignments, logistics and shot requirements.
• Sets up, composes and executes video shots.
• Maintains video equipment.
• Edits video clips for television broadcasts and eMedia content.
• Operates live microwave and satellite trucks in remote situations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fluency in English

Excellent communication

Deadline-driven

Multitasking

Video operation experience

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Video recording equipment

Office equipment

Job description

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a News Photographer to operate cameras, compose shots, and edit video for broadcast and online content.

The role requires coordinating with staff on assignments, equipment setup, and on-site logistics to deliver high-quality news footage. Candidates should have at least two years of video operation experience, strong English communication, and the ability to meet deadlines while handling multiple tasks across shifts.