Photographer (sports)

WPIX

New York, NY, United States
$42.97 ph
On-site
Broadcast quality video shooting
Live microwave and satellite truck operation
Partnership with reporters for story development
The Sports Photographer is responsible for shooting video, sound, editing and transmitting live content for WPIX

Job Summary

  • The Sports Photographer is responsible for shooting video, sound, editing and transmitting live content for WPIX.
  • This role involves shooting video for Sports and News coverage, setting up and composing broadcast quality video, and editing for television and web.
  • The position requires operating live microwave and satellite trucks, partnering with reporters, and working efficiently under tight deadlines.

Matching Summary

The Sports Photographer is responsible for shooting video, sound, editing and transmitting live content for WPIX.

Salary

$42.97 per hour

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Broadcast quality video shooting
  • Live microwave and satellite truck operation
  • Partnership with reporters for story development
  • Working under extremely tight deadlines
  • Ethical and legal newsgathering standards
  • Excellent lighting and camera skills

Nice-to-have

  • Strong work ethic towards excellence
  • Professional and respectful collaboration

Key Requirements

  • 3 to 5 years of experience in broadcast television
  • Minimum two years' experience operating video recording equipment
  • Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
  • High school diploma
  • Flexible schedule with ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays

Work Rights

Not specified

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