photographer

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in Sacramento is seeking a News Photographer to operate cameras for local news reports, shoot and edit video, and collaborate with the news team on assignments.

The role requires setting up shots, maintaining equipment, and editing video content for TV and digital platforms. Flexibility to work varied shifts and meet tight deadlines is needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Minimum two years' experience operating video recording equipment.
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners and other office equipment.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks.
• Flexibility to work any shift.

Responsibilities

• Operate television or video cameras to record images for news reports.
• Shoot video for news reports.
• Discuss assignments, logistics and shot requirements with staff.
• Set up, compose and execute video shots.
• Maintain video equipment.
• Edit video clips for television broadcasts and eMedia content.
• Operate live microwave and satellite trucks in remote situations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Video recording

Editing video

English fluency

Communication skills

Time management

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Office equipment

Job description

The News Photographer operates television or video cameras to record images or scenes for news reports. 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

Requirements & Skills

• High school diploma
• Fluency in English
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Minimum two years' experience operating video recording equipment (More for larger markets and less for smaller markets)
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
• Proficiency with video recording equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Flexibility to work any shift

Compensation

• Compensation - $20.00+/hr commensurate with experience and skill level.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

KTXL Fox40 will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if KTXL Fox40 is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America's largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar's national television properties include The CW, America's fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing "News for All America," popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company's portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.