Photographer / Editor

Job Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Job Description
We are seeking a talented and experienced News Photographer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for storytelling, the technical expertise to capture high-quality visuals, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced environments. This role requires a passion for journalism, strong editing skills, and the flexibility to cover breaking news and scheduled events.
This is a project/limited term position, unless otherwise amended or terminated as deliverables within this project are completed.

Key Responsibilities:
• Capture high-quality video for news stories and features.
• Plan and execute video shoots, including location scouting, lighting setup, camera positioning, and sound recording.
• Collaborate closely with reporters and editors to ensure visuals align with the story's narrative.
• Travel to various locations to cover breaking news, live events, and in-depth feature stories.
• Edit and prepare video content for daily assignments using industry-standard equipment.
• Maintain ethical journalism standards, ensuring accuracy and integrity in visual storytelling.
• Manage and maintain camera equipment, ensuring all gear is in top working condition.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, new technology, and best practices in news photography.
• Work efficiently under tight deadlines to deliver impactful and timely stories.
• Salary range $90,000 - $92,000
Qualifications
Qualifications & Requirements:
• Experience: Minimum 4-5 years of professional news photography experience.
• Technical Skills:
• Proven expertise in shooting and editing news content.
• Strong understanding of composition, lighting, and storytelling.
• Proficiency in Avid Media Composer and other non-linear editing software.
• Experience with professional video camera equipment and live shot setup, including LiveU operation.
• Familiarity with FTP processes for content delivery.
• Additional Skills:
• Innovative storytelling with an eye for compelling visuals.
• Deep understanding of digital trends and multimedia production.
• Experience operating specialty cameras (DSLRs, GoPro's, etc.).
• FAA Part 107 drone license preferred.
• Physical & Travel Requirements:
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. of equipment.
• Comfortable shouldering an ENG camera for extended periods.
• Willingness to travel frequently and work irregular hours, including nights and weekends.
• Other Requirements:
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new technologies and workflows.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environments.

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