Job Title
Photographer, WPTV
Company
The E.W. Scripps Company
Job Description
WPTV, The E.W. Scripps Co. NBC affiliate in West Palm Beach, Florida is seeking a new videographer to capture and edit visual content for multiple platforms. This photojournalist will also be responsible for operating various news gathering equipment, including but not limited to microwave live truck, video camera, and video editing equipment.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
Capture and edit visual content for multiple platforms.
Operate and maintain live equipment including microwave, satellite and related news gathering equipment.
Work in tandem with newsroom personnel to create and develop news stories.
Perform other duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED:
Associates degree in related discipline preferred.
Generally 2+ years of experience in related field preferred.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
Proficiency with lighting and computer based editing.
Proficiency with live microwave truck operation.
Knowledge and demonstration of creativity, editorial judgment, journalistic ethics and libel laws.
Knowledge of and proficiency in posting content to station’s websites.
Able to work efficiently under multiple deadlines on a daily basis.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.
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ABOUT SCRIPPS:
(NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of 61 stations in 41 markets. The Scripps Networks reach nearly every American through the national news outlets Court TV and Scripps News and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps runs an award-winning investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps has held for decades to the motto, “Give light and the people will find their own way.”
As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.
Expected Salary
Location
West Palm Beach, FL
Job Posting Date
Fri, 29 Sep 2023 04:04:49 GMT