• Photographer/Editor (PT)

    Nexstar Media Group (New York, NY)


    WPIX is looking for a part-time Photographer/Editor to fill the role of temporary staff. The News Photographer operates television or video cameras to record images or scenes for news reports.

     

    + Shoots video for news reports

    + Confers with other personnel to discuss assignments, logistics and shot requirements

    + record Sets up, composes and executes video shots

    + Maintains video equipment

    + Edits video clips for television broadcasts and eMedia content

    + Operates live microwave and satellite trucks in remote situations

    + Partners with reporters to develop creative, visually appealing & impactful stories

    + Works efficiently and effectively under extremely tight deadlines on a daily basis

    + Good judgment skills are a must.

    + Comprehensive understanding of ethical and legal issues concerning daily newsgathering. Must routinely use appropriate journalistic standards and guidelines.

    + Performs other duties as assigned

    •​Requirements & Skills:

    + High school diploma

    + Fluency in English

    + Must possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.

    + Candidates will be accountable for assigned equipment, including news vehicles, cameras, lights, laptop, writing trouble reports when necessary.

    + Applicants must be flexible schedule with ability to work nights, weekends and holidays. Must have at least 3 to 5 years of experience in broadcast television.

    + Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

    + Minimum two years’ experience operating video recording equipment (More for larger markets and less for smaller markets)

    + Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment

    + Proficiency with video recording equipment

    + Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

    + Flexibility to work any shift

     

    Hourly rate: $41.40 after training.

     

    This a temporary position ends in September 2025.

     

    Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

     

    EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.