Photographer, NBC Boston & Telemundo Nueva Inglaterra

NBCUniversal Intl.; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company benefits: medical, dental, and

Job summary

NBC Boston & Telemundo Nueva Inglaterra is seeking a News Photographer to join our team in Needham, MA. You will shoot and edit stories, including spot news and features, using ENG gear and Premiere for edit work.

You should be a team player, with strong lighting, camera operation, and storytelling skills, able to respond quickly to breaking news and coordinate with the assignment desk and field and on-air staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience shooting video and knowledge of live remote capabilities.
• Minimum 3 years of experience operating IP transmission devices (i.e. Dejero, LiveU, etc.).
• Minimum 3 years of experience operating communication tools and staying connected with the assignment constituencies (i.e. use of email software, cell phone, messaging tools, etc.).
• Minimum 3 years of experience editing stories.

Responsibilities

• Shoot and edit stories including spot news and features.
• Operate ENG camera, live truck, and edit on Premiere edit systems.
• Respond quickly to breaking news while coordinating with the assignment desk, reporters/anchors, production, control room, and NBC/Telemundo personnel.

Skills

Video shooting

Live remote

IP transmission devices

Editing stories

Communication tools

Premiere Pro

Team player

Bilingual: Spanish & English

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Dejero

LiveU

Sony cameras

Premiere edit systems

Job description

• Full-time
• Business Segment: NBCUniversal Local
• Compensation: USD 50,000 - USD 90,000 - yearly

Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Job Description

NBC Boston & Telemundo Nueva Inglaterra are looking for a team player to join us as a News Photographer. In this role, you will be responsible for shooting and editing stories, including spot news and features.

Responsibilities

• Through the creative use of the camera, and proficient lighting and editing skills, will provide the viewer with a story on a given topic.
• Will operate ENG camera, live truck, and edit on Premiere edit systems.
• Respond quickly to breaking news while taking direction and interacting with the assignment desk, reporters/anchors, production, control room, and appropriate Telemundo/NBC personnel.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of experience shooting video and knowledge of live remote capabilities in a Broadcast station.
• Minimum 3 years of experience operating IP transmission devices (i.e. Dejero, LiveU, etc.).
• Minimum 3 years of experience operating communication tools and staying connected with the assignment constituencies (i.e. use of email software, cell phone, messaging tools, etc.).
• Minimum 3 years of experience editing stories.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• 3 years Photography/editing experience in a medium or major market TV News station.
• Knowledge of Sonycameras and Premiere edit systems.
• Knowledge of wireless newsgathering technology.
• Team player who is flexible.
• Bilingual: Spanish and English; both written and verbal.
• Must be self-motivated, collaborative and possess a high level of creativity to tell stories with sound and images; strong NPPA-style preferred.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be willing to work in Needham, MA.
• Must be willing to submit to a background investigation.
• Must submit a reel of own work to be considered.
• Physical requirements required to perform medium/heavy physical work which includes:
  ~Lifting and carrying camera equipment ranging from 15 lbs. to 30 lbs. (in camera weight) for extended periods of time to shoot on remote locations.
• Must be willing to work weekends.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have the ability to work any of a 24 x 7 shift.
• Must be 18 years or greater.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must accept Solutions as NBCUniversal’s Alternative Dispute Resolution program.

Required On-Site:This positionis required tobe performed full-time from an NBCUniversal designated worksite.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks.

Salary range: $50,000 - $90,000

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [e-mail].