News Field Photographer, Nbcu Local Chicago

NBC UNIVERSAL

Chicago, United States
$40.913–$61.438 ph
On-site
Sony eng cameras
Sony fx-series cinema systems
Dslr/mirrorless platforms
Craft visually compelling and meaningful content that informs, engages, and inspires across broadcast, streaming, digital, and social platforms

Job Summary

  • Craft visually compelling and meaningful content that informs, engages, and inspires across broadcast, streaming, digital, and social platforms.
  • Transition seamlessly from field capture to full post-production—editing your own footage using Adobe Premiere Pro to produce professional, broadcast-ready packages.
  • Exercise excellent editorial judgment—identifying key story elements, capturing decisive visuals, and applying creative storytelling to enhance viewer engagement.

Matching Summary

Craft visually compelling and meaningful content that informs, engages, and inspires across broadcast, streaming, digital, and social platforms.

Salary

$40.913–$61.438 per hour

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Sony ENG cameras
  • Sony FX-series cinema systems
  • DSLR/mirrorless platforms
  • Adobe Premiere Pro editing
  • Field lighting setups
  • Field audio mixing
  • Bonded-cellular field systems

Nice-to-have

  • Visual storytelling
  • Creative technologist
  • Emerging tools
  • Growth-oriented mindset
  • Spanish fluency

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of professional news photography experience
  • Valid driver’s license with a clean record
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs. of gear
  • Work outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Availability to work variable schedules

Work Rights

Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States

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