The primary responsibility of the news photographer is to shoot and edit video under extreme deadline pressure.

Principle Responsibilities

Ensures sound and picture quality of all video shotWorks alone, with a reporter or field producer to edit for broadcastDrives and operates SNG/ENG Microwave VanOperates LiveU Bonder and FTP client softwareMaintains inventory of all assigned equipment and be responsible for its up-keepExamines and manages routine maintenance of any assigned vehiclesEdit newscasts as required

This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflections of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other, or different, tasks be performed when circumstances change, e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, special projects, technological developments, etc.

Requirements & Skills

Ability to shoot and edit video in all kinds of settings and under extreme deadline pressureAbility to drive and operated SNG/ENG Microwave VanOperate assigned photography equipmentOperate non-linear editing applications and use computersKnowledge of how assigned photography gear works to perform minor repairs and troubleshoot in-field, if necessaryOversee assigned news car maintenance (oil changes, cleanliness, etc.)Ability to operate linear and non-linear videotape editingAbility to typeAbility to handle telephones and other communication equipmentMust possess a valid state driver's license (or be able to get one) and maintain a clean driving record

Physical Requirements

Dexterity to operate camera, VTR, etc.Good vision to shoot and edit videoAbility to lift 100 lbs. or more, as needed, of equipment consisting of a camera, light kit, tripod, batteries, etc.Ability to get into nooks, crannies, and high places to shoot videoWork in all kinds of weather conditionsAbility to accommodate travel assignments out of the market as required