WESH TV: Photographer

Central Florida Urban League; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading news organization is seeking a talented photographer who can capture and edit content for broadcast and digital platforms. This role involves working under tight deadlines and collaborating with reporters and producers to deliver high-quality journalism. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to operate various camera equipment in diverse conditions.

Qualifications

• Must handle 50 pounds of equipment.
• Experience in newsroom preferred.
• Must operate ENG trucks.

Responsibilities

• Shooting and editing vo's, vo-sots, and packages for broadcast.
• Working with reporters to cover daily stories.
• Gathering video for digital platforms.

Skills

Editing skills

Time management

Communication

Organization

Technical savvy

Education

College degree in broadcast journalism or related field

Tools

Adobe Premiere

Sony XD Cam

GoPro

Job description

WESH 2 News has an opening for a self-motivated individualwho wants to win each day. We are seeking a photographer with the ability tocapture the essence of what’s happening in the field, and then bring it vividlyinto the homes of our viewers. This member of our team will shoot, edit andexecute live shots on a tight deadline. The winning candidate is alsotech savvy and up-to-date on the most modern aspects of our medium. You must beable to shoot on Sony XD Cam, GoPro, on laptop computer and iPhone, and edit inAdobe Premiere and utilize the ENG, SNG, and wireless data to feed completedwork to the station. Excellent editing skills, exceptional time-managementabilities, effective communication style, organization, and knowledge of AdobePremiere, Precis, ABC and CNN platforms are critical. An excellent eye forvideo and the highest journalistic standards are a must. If you are quickacting, quicker thinking, and technically savvy, we want you working in ournewsroom.

Job Responsibilities:

• Shootingand editing of vo’ s, vo-sots and packages for broadcast Air and digitalpostings
• Workingwith the Assignment Desk and Reporters to cover daily stories.
• Gathersvideo and still pictures for digital platforms
• Workingwith reporters and producers to ensure the best content and facts aregathered.
• Workingwith producers to ensure their creative vision is executed with vividvideo and natural sound.
• Communicatingand coordinating incoming video elements from crews in the field.
• Canwork with catalog systems to record and locate necessary video.
• Willingto shoot from the helicopter

Vacancy Type:
Full Time

Date Posted:
8/5/2016

Closing Date:
9/5/2016

City:
Orlando

State:
Florida

URL:
http://www.wesh.com/index.html

Experience:

• Musthave computer and software experience.
• Previousnewsroom experience preferred.

Requirements:

• Caneasily carry up to 50 pounds of equipment
• Efficient
• Operation on ENG trucks
• Canwork in all weather conditions
• Canoperate large vehicles, must have a valid driver’s license and anear-perfect driving record
• Exceptionalability to operate digital editing tools
• Canorganize and prioritize
• Mustbe a self-starter - someone who doesn’t wait to be told what to do
• Abilityto work under pressure, making quick decisions

Education:

• Collegedegree in broadcast journalism preferred, broadcast news, or relatedfieldor equivalent work experience

Contact:
Please visit careers.hearsttelevision.com to apply