Description

About the Role

WPTZ/WNNE, the NBC affiliate in South Burlington, VT, is seeking a Local News Photographer who can capture the energy and emotion of stories in the field and bring them to life for our viewers. This position requires a creative visual storyteller with strong shooting and editing skills, a sharp eye for compelling video, and a passion for local news.

In this role, you will spend much of your day in the field shooting news, editing packages, and executing dynamic live shots. You will also edit content for daily newscasts and work closely with reporters, producers, and newsroom staff to create high-quality visual journalism.

The ideal candidate stays current with modern broadcast technology and production techniques, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and consistently demonstrates professionalism and strong journalistic standards. You should be a collaborative team player who represents the station positively both in the newsroom and in the community. This position reports to the Chief Photographer.

The estimated base salary for this role is $42,000.

Requirements

• Training in the art of video photojournalism
• Professional or college experience in a newsroom
• Carry up to 50 pounds of equipment
• Experience with ENG trucks

Experience

• Work with reporters and producers to ensure the best content and facts are gathered
• Work with producers to ensure their creative vision is accomplished with vivid video and natural sound
• Coordinate incoming video elements from crews in the field
• Work with catalog systems to save/store, record and locate necessary video
• Produce and publish content to our online platforms
• Organization and attention to gear/equipment maintenance

About the Company

Job posted by an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER