WCCO-TV in Minneapolis/St. Paul is seeking a Photographer/Editor.
40736
Minneapolis, MN, US, 55403
Production
Minneapolis
Temporary / Per Diem / Freelance (Non-Staff)
- Shoot assigned news and sports stories in a creative, clear and accurate manner
- Set up lighting and audio as situation dictates
- Edit daily stories under deadline pressure using non-linear editing systems
- Work with reporters and producers as well as on your own to create stories that are visually appealing and meaningful
- Operate ENG news vans, drive station vehicle to assignments and report all maintenance problems to supervisor
- Maintain assigned equipment in good working order and report equipment problems to supervisor
- Complete work within newscast deadlines
- Uphold journalistic, ethical and professional standards consistent with company policies and values
- Perform other duties, which may be assigned by a newsroom manager
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Operating proficiency of Sony XDCAM, Panasonic P-2 or similar ENG Systems as well as non-linear editing on Edius, FCP X, Avid or a similar nonlinear editing system
- Must be able to obtain a valid MN driver’s license
- Must be physically able to carry, shoulder and shoot with a broadcast ENG camera (25 lbs. or more), as well as carry support equipment (i.e., tripod, lights, etc.)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Two to five years of experience as a photojournalist in a medium to major market
- Two to four year degree
- NPPA style shooting experience a plus
- FAA Part 107 license and flight experience a plus
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Shifts will include nights, weekends and some holidays.
- NABET Union membership required
- Please include a link to a demo reel with your online application
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