News Photographer

Job Description

NBC Boston & Telemundo Nueva Inglaterra are looking for a team player to join us as a News Photographer. In this role, you will be responsible for shooting and editing stories, including spot news and features.

Responsibilities

• Through the creative use of the camera, and proficient lighting and editing skills, will provide the viewer with a story on a given topic.
• Will operate ENG camera, live truck, and edit on Premiere edit systems.
• Respond quickly to breaking news while taking direction and interacting with the assignment desk, reporters/anchors, production, control room, and appropriate Telemundo/NBC personnel.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of experience shooting video and knowledge of live remote capabilities in a Broadcast station.
• Minimum 3 years of experience operating IP transmission devices (i.e. Dejero, LiveU, etc.).
• Minimum 3 years of experience operating communication tools and staying connected with the assignment constituencies (i.e. use of email software, cell phone, messaging tools, etc.).
• Minimum 3 years of experience editing stories.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• 3 years Photography/editing experience in a medium or major market TV News station.
• Knowledge of Sony cameras and Premiere edit systems.
• Knowledge of wireless newsgathering technology.
• Team player who is flexible.
• Bilingual: Spanish and English; both written and verbal.
• Must be self-motivated, collaborative and possess a high level of creativity to tell stories with sound and images; strong NPPA-style preferred.

Eligibility Requirements:

• External applicants must submit a resume/CV and Demo Reel through nbcunicareers.com to be considered.
• Must be willing to work in Needham, MA.
• Must be willing to submit to a background investigation.
• Must submit a reel of own work to be considered.
• Physical requirements required to perform medium/heavy physical work which includes:
  ~Lifting and carrying camera equipment ranging from 15 lbs. to 30 lbs. (in camera weight) for extended periods of time to shoot on remote locations.
• Must be willing to work weekends. 
• Willingness to travel and work overtime.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have the ability to work any of a 24 x 7 shift.
• Must be 18 years or greater.  
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must accept Solutions as NBCUniversal’s Alternative Dispute Resolution program.

Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal designated worksite.   

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision 
insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. 
Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers 
website. Salary range: $50,000 - $90,000

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].

Compensation: 50000 to 90000 (USD) (YEARLY)