Photographer/Editor - Spectrum News NY1
Spectrum Newsis made up of over 30 hyper-local news and regional sports networks dedicated to producing original, unbiased and high-quality content. We use innovative journalistic approaches, backed by comprehensive research, to engage and inform viewers on the most essential news, issues, and events taking place in their communities.
Beyond TV news distribution, our newsrooms publish via the Spectrum News app and connected television. We’re committed to providing viewers with 24-hour news—no matter how, when and where they want it. Check out all the ways we share on the Spectrum News Mobile App.
BE PART OF THE CONNECTION
In this role, you are responsible for conducting interviews during the story gathering process and gathering all necessary elements for the story. The successful candidate will also be responsible for shooting VO's, SOT's, and putting together story packages. Additionally, the Photographer-Editor will operate cellular-driven transmission/live streaming equipment and communicate with News management regularly, including when out in the field. You’ll be part of a collaborative team that creates compelling, timely, and accurate content to connect with viewers across traditional and digital platforms.
WHAT OUR PHOTOGRAPHER- EDITORS ENJOY MOST
- Getting the opportunity to be part of the news gathering process and contribute to the storytelling process by capturing the visual elements of a news story.
- Working closely with reporters, producers, and editors, which fosters a collaborative and team-oriented work environment.
As a part of Spectrum News, you’re creative, highly technical, and ready to bring the character-driven stories of those in your community to life in our newsroom. You value accuracy and want to leverage your curiosity and storytelling abilities to share inspiring news across multiple platforms. Each day is a fast-paced and constantly evolving work environment with new stories to tell and perspectives to uncover. If you’re a nimble, passionate team player, you’ll find a home on our team.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO SPECTRUM NEWS
Required Qualifications
- Experience Shooting and editing television news footage experience - 1+ years
- Education:Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
- Technical skills:Intermediate level proficiency in appropriate software applications or technology
- Abilities:Ability to work on assignments that are semi-routine in nature but require occasional deviation from accepted practice
- Travel Ability:Must be open to travel to discover the important stories in your neighborhood and willing to interact with the community
- Schedule:Ability to work different shifts or longer shifts due to "breaking news" and severe weather emergencies. Willing and able to work weekends and holidays
Preferred Qualifications
- Editing knowledge, Non-Linear skills
Working Conditions
- Works inside in a climate-controlled environment and outside throughout the year and may be subjected to various weather conditions that could include extreme heat or cold conditions
- Drives company vehicle to and from different locations in a safe manner by obeying all traffic laws
- Ability to distinguish colors and discern sounds
- Ability to work different shifts, be flexible with schedule changes and able to cover stand-by responsibilities when assigned
SPECTRUM NEWS CONNECTS YOU TO MORE
- Community Impact: You will play an important role in connecting people to and informing them about their local communities
- Supportive Teams: Be part of a strong community that gives you opportunities to network and grow and wants to see you succeed
- Dynamic Growth: The growth of our industry and evolving technology powers our employees’ careers as they move up or around the company
- Total Rewards:See all the ways we invest in you—at work and in life
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The base pay for this position generally is between $24.30 and $53.40. The actual compensation offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. We comply with local wage minimums and also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of other incentive-based compensation such as bonuses.
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