News Photographer and Editor

This is a Full Time Job

*Responsibilities

As a Photographer/Editor, you will be responsible for shooting and editing stories, including spot news and features.

•Through the creative use of the camera, and proficient lighting and editing skills, will provide the viewer with a story on a given topic.

•Will operate camera, live truck or cellular bonded technology and edit on Edius Pro edit systems.

•Respond quickly to breaking news while taking direction and interacting with the assignment desk, reporters/anchors, production, control room, and appropriate personnel.

Qualifications

Qualifications/Requirements

•Minimum 2 years’ experience as a news photographer

•Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 50 pounds of gear

•Bilingual (English/Spanish) both written and verbal

•Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and/or equivalent work experience

•Must be willing to work in McAllen, TX Area

•Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

•Must be 18 years or older

•Be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required

•Must have valid driver’s license

•Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV on www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered

Desired Characteristics
•Thorough understanding of technology as it relates to non-linear editing and HD photography

•Proficient in HD lighting, HD videography, non-linear editing with Avid & Final Cut, Dalet editing, microwave truck operations

•Familiar with new technologies such as Live U transmission, Dejero, Go Pro cameras and Latakoo file sharing camera equipment

•Strong understanding of computer/IT workflows

•Understand File Transfer Protocols

•Familiarity with social media

•Ability to provide written and visual content to the website

•Knowledge of Grass Valley Group Vibrint and Edius or other computer based editing

•Team player and adaptive to flexible work environment

•Positive work ethic and ability to work under tight deadlines

•High degree of integrity and professionalism