Photographer, NBC Dallas

Job Description

Responsibilities

NBCUniversal's Owned Television station in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, KXAS TV/KXTX TV, is looking for a News Photographer.

As a Photographer, you will be responsible for shooting and editing stories, including spot news and features.

Responsibilities
• Through the creative use of the camera and proficient lighting and editing skills, provide the viewer with a story on a given topic.
• Operate camera, live truck, and edit on Edius Pro edit systems.
• Respond quickly to breaking news while taking direction and interacting with the assignment desk, reporters/anchors, production, control room, and appropriate NBC personnel.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:
• Minimum 5 years of experience shooting video and knowledge of live remote capabilities in a Broadcast station.
• Minimum 5 years of experience operating ENG live/microwave truck.
• Minimum 5 years of experience operating communication tools and staying connected with the assignment constituencies (i.e. use of email software, cell phone, messaging tools, etc.)
• Minimum 3 years of experience editing stories.

Desired Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
• 5 years Photography/editing experience in a medium or major market TV News station.
• Knowledge of P2 cameras and Edius Pro edit systems.
• Knowledge of wireless newsgathering technology.
• Team player who is flexible.

Eligibility Requirements:
• External applicants must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered.
• Must submit a tape of own work to be considered.
• Physical requirements required to perform medium/heavy physical work which includes:

~Lifting and carrying camera equipment ranging from 15 lbs. to 30 lbs. (in camera weight) for extended periods of time to shoot on remote locations.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice.
• Must have a valid Texas driver's license.
• Must have the ability to work any of a 24 x 7 shift.
• Must be 18 years or greater.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must accept Solutions as NBCUniversal's Alternative Dispute Resolution program.

Additional Information

NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

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