Photographer

confidential; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

TAPP Film is seeking a News Photographer to capture high-quality images for TV news reports. You will operate cameras, set up shots, coordinate with the team on assignments and shot requirements, and edit clips for broadcasts and online content.

You will also maintain gear, operate remote broadcast trucks, and adapt to shifting schedules and deadlines in a dynamic news environment.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma.
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Minimum two years' experience operating video recording equipment.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize tasks, and multitask.
• Must have a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Operates cameras to record images for news reports.
• Shoots video for news reports.
• Confers with team on 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

Video recording equipment operation

Fluent English

Deadline-driven

Multitasking

Clean driving record

Office equipment proficiency

Education

High school diploma

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
• Must have a clean driving record

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