Photographer

Job Description

CBS KPIX is seeking a Photojournalist/Editor to join their station!

Responsibilities:

Photographer/Editor duties include the shooting and editing of News stories. The Photographer/Editor is expected to have a comprehensive knowledge of contemporary lighting techniques and fully understand the use of professional audio equipment commonly used in ENG work. The Photojournalist/Editor is expected to edit all stories in the field and will routinely set and complete live shots alone and often for multiple shows. Must be familiar with Frontline vans and ENG vans.
• Must be able to troubleshoot minor equipment problems in the field and monitor/perform basic vehicle maintenance.
• A positive approach to problem-solving will be essential for success.
• Must be able to edit on Grass Valley nonlinear edit system. Must be able to edit a 2-minute news package in 30 minutes or less.
• Edit content for all social platforms creatively, to a high standard and great attention to detail.
• Must be willing to work holidays, nights, and weekends and travel on short notice.
• The ability to produce Nat packages is a plus.

Qualifications:
• B.A. degree in a related field is preferred. Three to five years of Photography/Editing experience in a major market is required.
• Extensive knowledge of the Bay Area is preferred.
• The candidate should have three to five years of experience operating an ENG Live Van.
• Candidate must be able to edit all nonlinear systems with broadcast quality. Satellite uplink truck experiences are a plus!
• Must maintain a current California Driver's License in good standing.

Work Environment:
• Photographer/Editor will work in a variety of environmental conditions including, but not limited to: intense noise, extreme temperature, weather, fumes/odors, dust, chemicals, smoke, and extreme heights.
• Photographers carrying camera equipment could be placed in dangerous or hazardous situations similar to, and along with, police and fire personnel.
• You must be able to travel by helicopter and light general aviation aircraft and boat.
• Must be able to work overnight and day shifts.

Physical Demands:
• This physical job requires the candidate to be physically fit to avoid injuries.
• Carry and set up ENG equipment often weighing 50lbs.
• Drive news vehicle to news story location, and to edit footage in confined areas/space.

Organizations that wish to receive job vacancy notices from this posting's television station should contact sf_recruitingsupport@paramount.com.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $87,360.00 - 93,600.00.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.

https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rey3v8-3-145-74-54-42 in your application.