Full Time Job
Chief Photographer
WGGB
- Paid
- Full Time
- Senior (5-10 years) Experience
Job Description
Chief Photographer - WGGBAbout WGGB:
Named 2021 Station of the year by the Massachusetts Broadcasters Association, Western Mass News is a licensed television station in Springfield, Massachusetts, and serves the Pioneer Valley. The networks of Western Mass News include ABC 40, Fox 6 and CBS 3. WGGB (Western Mass News) is located in Springfield, MA and has the ABC, CBS and FOX affiliates. Our three major networks and digital platform speak daily to over half of Western Mass Mass and the area businesses. We have Western Mass's most live programming, from the Oscars to all the major live sporting events.
Job Summary/Description:
Western Mass News is looking for a passionate and visual editor/photojournalist to lead our award winning videography team. The candidate must be able to work in a highly functioning, experienced, talented newsroom. Must have experience with non-linear equipment and have an ability to function in a deadline environment. Strong analytical and problem solving skills needed.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
- Shooting and editing video and sound for all WMN multimedia platforms
- Oversee the weekly scheduling of videographers, as well as scheduling for special coverage events (i.e. Elections, Storm coverage)
- Must display competence in videography and video editing
- Must be capable of gathering news as part of a team or on your own
- Responsible for maintaining assigned gear and live devices (Live U)
- Driving a company vehicle and any other duties as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:
- 5+ years of experience as a television editor/photographer or related internships
- Flexible work hours required, must be willing and able to work a variety of shifts including but not limited to: mornings, afternoons, evenings, late nights, holidays, weekends and possible overtime hours.
If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your resume, cover letter and references
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d5048e-184-72-135-210-42 in your application.
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Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional service in each market we serve. Gray owns and/or operates television stations and leading digital properties in 93 television markets including the first or second highest rated television station in 85 markets. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and better.