Broadcast Photographer and Editor

This is a Full Time Job

The Photographer/Editor is responsible for shooting and editing all elements of stories used in Telemundo broadcasts utilizing the highest level of technical standards.

Job Duties:
- Creatively visualizes stories told by Correspondents and Producers utilizing HD camera, creative lighting, expert sound, and on-air communications.
- Utilizes cellular bonded transmission equipment (ex. LiveU) and is responsible for being able to run a live broadcast scenario.
- Responsible for photographing and editing feature stories on a tight deadline.
- Collaborates with Producers and Correspondents for series, special reports, breaking news, and/or long form content.
- Assists Correspondents and Producers in the pre-production and post-production process.
- Responsible for always maintaining equipment and resources in good working conditions as well as keep an updated inventory of equipment.
- Responsible for operating a crew vehicle.
- Creates pack list and a manifest of equipment being deployed domestically and internationally.
- Maintains a good standard with all administrative tasks as it relates to travel, expenses, media file workflows, and telecommunication tools.
- Responsible for delivering content utilizing defined media standards and transfer practices across all video and audio material.
- Works under the direct supervision of the Manager, Field Operations and is responsible for completing other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:
- Minimum 5 years of experience working as Photographer/Camera Operator in the field
- Minimum 2 years of experience as an Editor
- Proven experience managing and/or assisting live transmissions via bonded cellular (ex LiveU), satellite trucks or local microwave
- Prior experience and thorough understanding on how to send stories via file transfer (ex latakoo, media shuttle) and via bonded cellular technology
- Proven proficiency using Avid 6.0 Media composer and Mac operating system
- Proven proficiency using Sony HD series professional broadcast cameras including FX9 and FX3
- Proven experience and proficiency in managing on air lighting and shot composition
- Basic understanding of audio and on-air communication principles (ex In-ear, microphone placement, Etc.)
- Basic understanding of broadcast signal flow.
- Must be fully fluent in English and Spanish (both written and verbal)
- Proficient in Office 365 (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Yammer, Stream, and Teams) and other related tools.
- Must be able to perform job at various locations interior and outside work environment with varying weather conditions.

Desired Characteristics
- Exceptional communication, time management, analytical and organizational skills
- Self-starter who exhibits ownership on assigned tasks and who will push for solutions that solve immediate problems while building towards long-term goals
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast paced, dead-line driven environment
- Accustomed to working in a team and collaborating with all levels within the organization
- Ability to build rapport with clients and manage expectations
- Ability to effectively be flexible in approach, and respond well to pressure
- Ability to lead and direct others, promote positive work environment and problem solves
- Process oriented, good at identifying and implementing best practices
- Change agent; creative and adaptable when facing challenges

Additional Requirements:
- Must be willing to work in New York, NY
- Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Must be “on call” 24 hours a day / 7 days a week
- This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.