Nexstar

Owns and operates numerous U.S. stations

Photographer 1 - News

Video Production & EditingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeAugusta, GA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Fluency in English.
A high school diploma.
At least two years of experience operating video recording equipment; the experience threshold may vary by market size.
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines, and other office equipment.
Proficiency with video recording equipment.
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Flexibility to work any shift, including weekends, holidays, and irregular hours.
Ability to work overtime and extra hours, and to be available for breaking news.
Ability to work in all types of weather conditions.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds of equipment.
Ability to drive, a clean motor vehicle record, and proof of insurance.
Willingness to cross-train in other areas of news operations as needed.
An online link to work samples, preferably including videography and editing in a news setting; still photography samples are not accepted.

Responsibilities

Cover general news assignments in a fast-paced newsgathering environment using electronic video cameras, cell phones, editing equipment, and other equipment relevant to a story.
Operate live electronic news-gathering (ENG) remote newsgathering equipment.
Respond quickly to breaking news.

Desired Qualifications

A college degree is preferred.

The News Photographer operates television or video cameras to record images or scenes for news reports.

•   Cover general news assignments in a fast-paced newsgathering environment, utilizing electronic video camera, cell phone, editing equipment, and other equipment that may be relevant to a story
•   Strong understanding of various media formats and camera equipment
•   Operate live ENG remote newsgathering equipment
•   Ability to work overtime, extra hours
•   Ability to work several different shifts
•   Ability to work in all types of weather conditions
•   Ability to be available in the event of breaking news
•   Ability to respond quickly to breaking news

Requirements & Skills:

Fluency in English
High School diploma
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Minimum two years’ experience operating video recording equipment (More for larger markets and less for smaller markets)
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
Proficiency with video recording equipment
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Flexibility to work any shift

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Willingness to cross-train in other areas of news operations as needed
Availability to work weekends, holidays, and irregular hours as job requires
Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs of equipment
Clean motor vehicle record, ability to drive, proof of insurance

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

College degree preferred
Online link to work samples, including videography and editing preferably in a news setting
No still photography

About the Company

Nexstar

Owns and operates numerous U.S. stations

Nexstar operates the largest portfolio of local TV stations in the United States, owning 197 stations that air in many markets and are affiliated with major networks. It earns revenue from selling advertising time and from retransmission fees paid by cable and satellite providers that carry its signals. Beyond traditional TV, it owns digital media properties and runs NewsNation, as well as The Hill, expanding its reach online. Its goal is to provide broad access to news and entertainment across local markets while growing its digital footprint and maintaining steady revenue from advertising and distribution fees.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Irving, TX
Founded: 1996

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