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Nexstar Media Group Photographer/Editor (FT) in New York, New York

WPIX is looking for a full-time Photographer/Editor. The News Photographer operates television or video cameras to record images or scenes for news reports.

Additional Job Description

  • Shoots video for news reports

  • Confers with other personnel to discuss assignments, logistics and shot requirements

  • Sets up, composes, and executes video shots

  • Maintains video equipment

  • Edits video clips for television broadcasts and web content

  • Operates live microwave and satellite trucks in remote situations

  • Partners with reporters to develop creative, visually appealing & impactful stories

  • Works efficiently and effectively under extremely tight deadlines daily

  • Good judgment skills are a must.

  • Comprehensive understanding of ethical and legal issues concerning daily newsgathering. Must routinely use appropriate journalistic standards and guidelines.

  • Performs other duties as assigned

    Requirements & Skills :

  • High school diploma

  • Fluency in English

  • Must possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.

  • Candidates will be accountable for assigned equipment, including news vehicles, cameras, lights, laptop, writing trouble reports when necessary.

  • Applicants must be flexible schedule with ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Must have at least 3 to 5 years of experience in broadcast television.

  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

  • 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

  • Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

  • Flexibility to work any shift

    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 its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” 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 its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

    EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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