Technical Director
WPBF
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
WPBF 25 News has an
opening for a self-motivated individual who wants to win each day. We are
seeking a photographer with the ability to capture the essence of what's
happening in the field, and then bring it vividly into the homes of our
viewers. This member of our team will spend several hours each day editing for
newscasts and several hours each day out in the field shooting, editing, and
executing live shots for stories. The winning candidate is also tech savvy and
up-to-date on the most modern aspects of our medium. You must be able to shoot
on Sony XD Cam, GoPro, on laptop computer and iPhone, and edit in Adobe Premiere
and utilize the ENG, SNG, and wireless data to feed completed work to the
station. Excellent editing skills, exceptional time-management abilities,
effective communication style, organization, and knowledge of Adobe Premiere,
Precis, ABC and CNN platforms are critical. An excellent eye for video and the
highest journalistic standards are a must. If you are quick acting, quicker
thinking, and technically savvy, we want you working in our newsroom.
Job Responsibilities:
• Shooting and editing of VOs,
VO-SOTs and packages for Broadcast Air and On-line postings
• Working with the Assignment
Desk and Reporters to cover daily stories.
• Gathers video and still
pictures for digital platforms
• Working with reporters and
producers to ensure the best content and facts are gathered.
• Working with producers to
ensure their creative vision is executed with vivid video and natural
sound.
• Communicating and coordinating
incoming video elements from crews in the field.
• Can work with catalog systems
to record and locate necessary video.
• Will produce and publish
content to our online platforms
Experience Requirements:
• Must have computer and software experience.
• Previous newsroom experience preferred.
• Related military experience will be considered.
Qualifications
Requirements:
• Can easily carry up to 50 pounds of equipment
• Efficient Operation on ENG trucks
• Can work in all weather conditions
• Can operate large vehicles, must have a valid driver's
license and a near-perfect driving record
• Exceptional ability to operate digital editing tools
• Can organize and prioritize
• Must be a self-starter - someone who doesn't wait to be
told what to do
• Ability to work under pressure, making quick decisions
Education:
• College degree in broadcast
journalism, broadcast news, or related field preferred
• Equivalent military training
from Defense Information School (DINFOS) and associated experience will be
considered.
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g3pnnd-3-142-98-108-42 in your application.
Hearst Television, a subsidiary of Hearst, owns and operates local television and radio stations serving 26 media markets across 39 states reaching over 21 million U.S. television households.