Videographer/Editor

Sinclair Broadcast Group; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Life and disability insurance

Health, dental and vision plans

Flexible spending accounts

Sick leave

Vacation time

Personal time

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Sinclair Broadcast Group is seeking a full-time News Videographer/Editor to cover a range of stories from general assignments to in-depth features and investigations.

You will shoot and edit HD footage, collaborate with reporters, and craft compelling narratives while meeting tight deadlines. A valid driver?s license and ability to lift 25–50 pounds are required; benefits include retirement plans and health/dental/vision coverages.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Ability to edit and shoot general assignment stories, live shots and natural sound packages.
• Ability to lift between 25 and 50 pounds regularly.
• Team-player who can produce good stories under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Edit and shoot general assignment stories, live shots and natural sound packages.
• Cover day-to-day general assignments as well as in-depth features and investigative pieces.
• Collaborate with reporters and producers to develop compelling storytelling.

Skills

Video editing

Camera operation

Storytelling

Team collaboration

Driving

Tools

Non-linear editing systems

Job description

WSTM/WSTQ/WTVH is looking for a creative full-time News Videographer/Editor! We are seeking someone who can see beyond the lens and bring back compelling stories. You will cover day to day general, in-depth features and investigative assignments. We are shooting full high definition (HD) on media cards and editing on desktops and laptops. You should have strong editing skills in non-linear edit systems, possess excellent people skills, a strong work ethic, and a great attitude. A passion for story telling is absolutely essential in this position.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Team-player who can produce good stories under tight deadlines
• Must have valid driver’s license, good driving record and be able to operate ENG news vehicles
• Ability to edit and shoot general assignment stories, lives shots and natural sound packages
• Must be able to lift and carry between 25 and 50 pounds on a regular basis

The hourly compensation range for this role is $17 to $22 per hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates’ 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, sick leave, vacation time, personal time, parental leave and employee stock purchase plan.

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY

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.