Photographer (sports)

WPIX

Starting rate: $42.97 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Shoots video for sports and news coverage
Operates live microwave and satellite trucks
Proficiency with sony cameras required
The role involves shooting video, sound, editing, and transmitting live content for sports and news coverage

Job Summary

  • The role involves shooting video, sound, editing, and transmitting live content for sports and news coverage.
  • Candidates must partner with reporters to develop creative stories while operating live microwave and satellite trucks.
  • The position requires maintaining assigned equipment including news vehicles and cameras under extremely tight deadlines.

Matching Summary

The role involves shooting video, sound, editing, and transmitting live content for sports and news coverage.

Salary

Starting rate: $42.97 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Shoots video for Sports and News coverage
  • Operates live microwave and satellite trucks
  • Proficiency with Sony cameras required
  • Valid driver's license and clean driving record
  • Ability to work nights weekends and holidays

Nice-to-have

  • Strong work ethic towards excellence
  • Good judgment skills are a must
  • Comprehensive understanding of ethical issues
  • Excellent communication skills oral and written

Key Requirements

  • 3 to 5 years experience in broadcast television
  • Minimum two years operating video recording equipment
  • High school diploma required
  • Fluency in English language
  • Valid driver's license with clean record

Work Rights

Not specified

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