Photojournalist, Spotlight on Maryland

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Life and disability insurance

Health, dental and vision plans

Flexible spending accounts

Paid vacation days

Paid personal days

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Sinclair Broadcast Group in Maryland seeks a dynamic Photojournalist/storyteller to create exclusive, high-impact stories for digital, social, and television. You will capture video across platforms, hold leaders accountable, and craft meaningful visuals that resonate with communities.

Requirements include 3 years ENG experience with a network affiliate TV news org, exceptional video editing, and the ability to shoot, edit, and deliver under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years ENG experience with a network affiliate TV news organization.
• At least three (3) years of shooting experience and knowledge of editing equipment.
• Excellent editing skills on non-linear systems; valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Edit and shoot general assignment stories, multiple live shots, and natural sound packages.
• Shoot and edit day-to-day stories, in-depth features, and investigative assignments, including live shots.
• Demonstrate strong editing skills and basic graphics abilities.

Skills

ENG experience

Storytelling

Team player

Live shots

Camera operation

Broadcast journalism

Strong work ethic

People skills

Attention to detail

Creative vision

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe After Effects

LiveU

Job description

Spotlight on Maryland has an opening for a dynamic Photojournalist/storyteller. This team will produce exclusive, innovative, hard hitting and high-impact stories for digital, social and television. We are looking for a creative visual storyteller who can capture video images for use on multiple platforms that involve stories that go beyond the basics, hold government and elected leaders accountable, and press for a solution. We seek someone who can see beyond the lens to provide something meaningful that will have an impact on the communities we serve.

You should have three (3) years of ENG experience with a network affiliate TV news organization. We need a photographer who has exceptional video editing skills. We are shooting full HD on media cards and editing on desktops and laptops. You should have strong editing skills in non-linear edit systems, have and maintain a valid license and a good driving record, possess excellent people skills, a strong work ethic and have a great attitude. A passion for story telling is absolutely essential in this position.

Responsibilities will include

• Editing and shooting general assignment stories, multiple lives shots, and natural sound packages
• Shooting and editing day-to-day general assignment stories, in-depth features and investigative assignments, as well as shooting live shots
• Exceptional video editing skills on non-linear edit systems and basic graphics skills
  

Required Skills

• Three (3) years ENG experience with a network affiliate TV news organization
• At least three (3) years of shooting experience, and technical knowledge of editing and video equipment
• Aggressive team-player who can produce good stories under tight deadlines
• Impeccable video editing skills (experience editing on Adobe Premier Pro is a plus)
• Photographer who shoots live shots for multiple stations nationwide
• Has studio and field lighting experience
• Able to work some nights and weekends
• Possesses trouble shooting and problem solving skills
• Excellent transmission experience (fiber, LiveU, sat truck)
• Basic graphics skills (Adobe After Effects experience a plus)
• Superior audio skills
• Hold a valid driver’s license and be able to operate ENG news vehicles
• Must be able to lift and carry between 25 and 50 pounds on a regular basis
  

Please note that this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship, including employer sponsorship for an H-1B visa, OPT-STEM employment, etc.

The base salary compensation range for this role is $33.65 to $38.46. 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, 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, and employee stock purchase plan.

Benefits

• participation in a retirement plan
• 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

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.

About Sinclair

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.