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Full Time Job

DC Bureau Photographer

Nexstar

Washington, DC 02-17-2021
 
  • Paid
  • Full Time
  • Senior (5-10 years) Experience
Job Description

WGN America is looking to hire a full-time bureau News Photographer/Editor in Washington D.C.
The news photographer will travel to cover regional stories in and around the capitol.

Duties to include:
-Shoot video for news reports
-Confer with other personnel to discuss assignments, logistics and shot requirements
-Maintain video equipment
-Edit video clips for television broadcasts and digital content
-Operates portable live unit and satellite trucks in remote situations
-Performs other duties as assigned
-Travel will be required

Requirements & Skills:
-Minimum five years' experience of news gathering
-BA 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 live truck operation
-Good communications skills with sound editorial judgement

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d86786-18-116-239-195-42 in your application.

Company Profile
Nexstar

Nexstar Media Group is America’s largest local television and media company with 196 full power stations (including partner stations) in 114 markets addressing nearly 63% of US television households and a growing digital media operation.