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Nexstar Media Group Photographer (Sports) in New York, New York
WPIX is looking for a full-time Sports Photographer/Editor. The Sports Photographer is responsible for shooting video, sound, editing and transmitting live content.
Shoots video for Sports and News coverage
Confers with other personnel to discuss assignments, logistics and shot requirements
Sets up, composes, and executes broadcast quality video
Maintains all assigned equipment
Edits video for television broadcasts and web content
Operates live microwave and satellite trucks
Partners with reporters to develop creative, visually appealing & impactful stories
Works efficiently and effectively under extremely tight deadlines
Good judgment skills are a must.
Comprehensive understanding of ethical and legal issues concerning daily newsgathering. Must routinely use appropriate journalistic standards and guidelines.
Excellent lighting, camera, production and editing skills.
Performs other duties as assigned
Must be able to work professionally and respectfully with others
A strong work ethic towards excellence
Work weekends and nights
Requirements & Skills :
Applicants must have a flexible schedule with ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
Candidates will be accountable for assigned equipment, including news vehicles, cameras, lights, laptop, writing trouble reports when necessary.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
High school diploma
Fluency in English
Must possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
Must have at least 3 to 5 years of experience in broadcast television.
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 including Sony cameras
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Flexibility to work any shift
Starting rate: $42.97 per hour
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across television, streaming and digital platforms, including nearly 300,000 hours of original video content each year. Nexstar owns America’s largest local broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 212 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, America’s fastest-growing national news and entertainment cable network reaching 70 million television homes, popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including The Hill and BestReviews, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. In addition to delivering exceptional content and service to our communities, Nexstar provides premium multiplatform and video-on-demand advertising opportunities at scale for businesses and brands seeking to leverage the strong consumer engagement of our compelling content offering. For more information, please visit Nexstar.tv.
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