• Photographer I, News

    Nexstar Media Group (New Haven, CT)


    WTNH/WCTX News 8 seeks a creative news photographer and editor. The successful candidate will have a high degree of professionalism, effective communication skills, ability to organize and prioritize workload, and function well in high pressure situations.

     

    + Shoot and edit video for award-winning newscasts including daily packages, VO's/VOSOTS, special assignments, and natural sound packages

    + Additional focus on creating videos and photos for our web and social media platforms

    + Must be able to carry 50 lbs. of equipment (camera, tripod, lighting and audio equipment)

    + Must be able to set up for live shots on very short notice

    + Must be able to work under pressure

    + Run an ENG live truck. Helpful if you can run SNG truck.

    + Part 107 certified drone operator or willingness to obtain certification

    + Drive and maintain news vehicles

    + Suggest story ideas

    + Read newspapers, competitive websites, and follow social media daily.

    + Position requires performance of other job-related duties as assigned.

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

    Requirements & Skills :

    + Bachelors Degree preferred

    + Three years TV news experience

    + Must have valid license and good driving record

    + Experience in shooting and editing stories on a daily deadline basis

    + Familiarity with Premiere a plus

    + Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, have good attitude and be a team player

    + Ability to work weekends, holidays, and different shifts

     

    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.