Photographer/Videographer - WSB TV Job at Cox Media Group, Atlanta, GA

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  • Cox Media Group
  • Atlanta, GA

Job Description

Position Overview

WSB TV Atlanta is looking for a Photographer/Videographer who is a creative go-getter with an eye for composition and an ear for sound. If you like a challenge and have a couple of years’ experience on the street, we want to hear from you!  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Shoot and edit compelling local news stories that are clear and easy to understand.
  • Able to work under pressure and make quick decisions in the field.
  • Operate and maintain a professional video camera and related news gathering equipment. This includes laptop, iPhone, LiveU and drones.
  • Be familiar with and understand non-linear editing techniques to meet deadlines and create high-impact stories.
  • Understanding of how to operate and maintain live equipment including microwave, satellite and LiveU backpacks. As well as being able to troubleshoot ENG/SNG trucks.
  • Understanding the best way to troubleshoot equipment issues (camera, laptop or ENG/SNG trucks) as well as ownership of all technical aspects of the job.
  • Collaborate with reporters to turn creative and visual stories, active live shot / teases and making sure daily deadlines are met in high pressure situations.
  • A self-starter, with the ability to gather VO, VO-SOT and NAT sound packages by yourself.
  • Can work in all weather conditions and carry up to 50 pounds of equipment.
  • Maintain news vehicles for safe operation, keeping up with scheduled maintenance and having a valid driver's license.
  • Obtain training to be a drone operator, including taking the FAA drone pilot license exam.
  • Ability to work all shifts scheduled, including mornings, nights, weekends and holidays. Other duties may be assigned as needed. Must adhere to all station policies.
  • Bring story ideas and a creative energy to the job every day.

Minimum Qualifications

  • 3 years of professional experience working as a TV news photographer required
  • 3 years of non-linear editing experience, preferably Avid editing software
  • Working knowledge of ENG trucks, as well as LiveU and/or licensed drone pilot
  • Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record
  • Ability to generate live shots and packages with high production values is a must.
  • Candidate should have all requisite skills with technology, including legacy microwave, major streaming vendors, FTP solutions, non-linear editing solutions and state of the art newsroom production and rundown system.
  • Ideal candidate will be resourceful, self-reliant, and self-motivated.
  • Having a 107 remote pilot drone license is a plus as well as experience and demonstrated ability with original graphics.

Preferred Qualifications

  • A college degree in Journalism or TV Broadcasting is preferred

Job Tags

Local area, Remote work, All shifts, Night shift, Day shift,

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