Photographer/Director

Nexstar Media Group Inc.Colchester, VT

$15 - $20 / hour

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Director

Compensation

$15-$20/hour

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job Description

WFFF-TV (FOX44) and WVNY-TV (ABC22) in Colchester, Vermont, have an opening for a Photographer/Director.

The Photographer will be responsible for executing live shots during our morning newscasts using microwave, satellite, or TVU technology. The candidate will often work alone to gather news content, as well as shoot alongside a reporter on a regular basis. The Photographer should be proficient in shot composition and lighting, and digital editing. We shoot on both Panasonic and JVC cameras.

This position will also be trained to direct newscasts, coordinating the efforts of all technical operators during newscasts and other live and recorded productions. We have an upgraded Ignite production system.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Communicates and executes all technical aspects of live production with technical staff, including the Producer, Technical Director, Audio Operator, Studio, and Engineering
Shoots video for news reports
Sets up, composes, and executes video shots
Maintains video equipment
Edits for newscasts using Bit Central Create and Adobe Premiere Software.
On occasion, will operate live satellite truck in remote situations. Observes pictures through monitors and uses robotic cameras to adjust composition.
Acts as a liaison between engineering and production departments
Works with the news producers to deliver a clean and high energy newscast. Switches video sources during live broadcasts
Tests equipment to ensure proper operation.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills:

Associate or bachelor's degree in related field. Work experience could be used for education requirements.
Proficiency with broadcast control equipment
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Familiarity with news operations, production, or videography. Proficiency with broadcast control equipment is preferred but not required.
Proficiency with video cameras and equipment
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Benefits:

Pay: $15 - $20 per hour, depending on experience
Competitive compensation package with medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K), and more.

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Candidates can expect a pay range of $15–$20 per hour for this role.

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Nexstar Media Group Inc. lists this role as a Full-time position.

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Nexstar Media Group Inc. is looking for a candidate with "Director" experience level.

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