Photographer/video Editor

NewsChannel 9 (WSYR-TV)

East Syracuse, NY, United States
Base: $33k - $38k annually; bonus/equity: not spec...
Operate video and editing equipment
Edit raw video matching scripts
Select and combine effective shots
The Photographer/Video Editor operates video and editing equipment to produce images or scenes for newscasts and other programming

Job Summary

  • The Photographer/Video Editor operates video and editing equipment to produce images or scenes for newscasts and other programming.
  • Partners with reporters to develop creative, visually appealing & impactful stories and edits video clips for television broadcasts, streaming and Digital content.
  • The role requires flexibility to work any shift, including overnights and weekends, and involves working under extremely tight deadlines on a daily basis.

Matching Summary

The Photographer/Video Editor operates video and editing equipment to produce images or scenes for newscasts and other programming.

Salary

Base: $33K - $38K annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K), and more

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Operate video and editing equipment
  • Edit raw video matching scripts
  • Select and combine effective shots
  • Shoot video for news reports
  • Maintain video equipment
  • Operate live Backpack TVU equipment
  • Work under tight deadlines

Nice-to-have

  • Develop creative visually appealing stories
  • Good judgment skills
  • Ethical and legal newsgathering understanding
  • Journalistic standards and guidelines

Key Requirements

  • College degree or equivalent related experience
  • Minimum two years’ experience operating video editing equipment
  • Proficiency with video editing equipment
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Work authorization in the United States

Work Rights

Not specified

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