Los Angeles Photographer / Editor

Job Description

News Nation is seeking a Los Angeles based photographer/editor to work with our correspondent and producer team based in Los Angeles. The ideal candidate is proficient in shooting and editing video and is equipped to ably partner with a correspondent and producer to craft stories which are engaging, compelling, and accurate. The person must have a strong work-ethic, be a self-starter, a clear communicator, and a team player.

The news photographer will cover stories in and around Los Angeles and travel throughout the Western United States and may also be dispatched to cover stories nationally or in some cases internationally as well.

Responsibilities:
-Shoot video for news reports
-Edit reporter packages and elements for television broadcasts and digital use on Adobe Premiere
-Familiarity with Bit Central & Latakoo helpful but not required
- Shoot active and dynamic live shots in various settings
-Maintain video equipment and other gear
-Operate portable live unit and ENG trucks in remote situations
-Short notice travel and schedule flexibility will be required, including weekends
-Perform other duties as assigned
-Travel will be required

Qualifications:
-Minimum five years' experience of news gathering
--Degree in communications preferred or related experience
-Valid driver's license
-Ability to lift and carry equipment in the range of 50 lbs. in weight
-Basic knowledge of satellite live truck operation
-Good communications skills with sound editorial judgement

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Salary Range - $70,000 - $85,000 Annualized

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-dy9mxk-18-118-0-240-42 in your application.