• Photographer

    Nexstar Media Group (Denver, CO)


    Photographer – KDVR/KWGN – Denver, CO

     

    The primary responsibility of the news photographer/storyteller is to shoot and edit video under deadline pressure.

    Principle Responsibilities

    + Ensures sound and picture quality of all video shot

    + Works alone or with a reporter to shoot and edit for broadcast

    + Drives and operates ENG Microwave Van

    + Operates Dejero LIVE devices

    + Maintains inventory of all assigned equipment and be responsible for its up-keep

    + Edit stories for newscasts

     

    This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflections of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other, or different, tasks be performed when circumstances change, e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, special projects, technological developments, etc.

     

    Requirements & Skills

     

    + Ability to shoot and edit video in all kinds of settings and under extreme deadline pressure

    + Ability to drive and operate ENG Microwave Van

    + Operate assigned photography equipment

    + Knowledge of how assigned photography gear works to perform minor repairs and troubleshoot in-field, if necessary

    + Ability to operate linear and non-linear videotape editing

    + Ability to type

    + Ability to handle telephones and other communication equipment

    + Preferred: have or be able to obtain FAA-107 license to legally operate sUAS

    + Must possess a valid state driver's license (or be able to get one) and maintain a clean driving record

    Physical Requirements

    + Dexterity to operate camera, VTR, etc.

    + Good vision to shoot and edit video

    + Ability to lift 100 lbs. or more, as needed, of equipment consisting of a camera, light kit, tripod, batteries, etc.

    + Work in all kinds of weather conditions

    + Ability to accommodate travel assignments out of the market as required

     

    Salary Range: $25-$28.50/hr Based on Experience

     

    To Apply : Please visit the Work for Us page at KDVR.com: https://kdvr.com/contact/jobs-at-fox31-denver-kwgn/ or at the Nexstar Website at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar to complete the application process. To be considered for this job you must apply online . No Calls

     

    ** EOE/MINORITIES/FEMALES/VETERANS/DISABLED**

     

    KDVR/KWGN is an equal opportunity employer that seeks diversity in our workforce. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

     

    KDVR.KWGN values the contribution of its employees. We recognize their efforts by offering a competitive compensation plan and an array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K), and more. We are committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Any job offer is conditional upon satisfactorily completing a background and DMV check

     

    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.