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Nexstar Media Group Sports/News Photographer in Green Bay, Wisconsin
Have a passion for photography, sports, and news? This could be your perfect fit.
WFRV-TV Local 5 has a rare opening for a sports & news photographer. This includes regular coverage of the Green Bay Packers and other important local sports. The position is also a key contributor for news reports. The News Photographer must also have a strong digital background.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Shoots audio, video and photos for news reports at various locations where needed.
Heavy focus on digital.
Has a working knowledge of privacy laws and their application to digital news gathering.
Confers with other personnel to discuss assignments, logistics and shot requirements.
Sets up, composes and executes video shots.
Maintains video equipment in professional working order.
Edits video clips for television and website content.
Able to manage video clips for show broadcast and archiving purposes.
Creates content for Local 5’s social media platforms when news merits.
Operates live microwave and satellite trucks in remote situations.
Operates cellular bonded devices for live broadcasts.
Has a strong understanding of NPPA shooting styles.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills Required:
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field of equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Has a valid driver’s license.
Has clean driving record and understands the responsibilities of driving company vehicles.
Fluency in English with strong spelling and grammar.
Excellent communication skills (oral and written) with both coworkers and the public.
Proficiency with computers, tablets and mobile digital devices.
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Flexibility to work any shift, with some late notice of shift and schedule changes.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The News Photographer must be able to stand, sit, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, work in close proximity to others, work outdoors in all weather conditions, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. In addition, must be able to lift, set up and operate equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, and be able to handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls. Repetitive movements are required. Work may be conducted in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions.
The ideal candidate must be able to work well with other staff under periods of stress and impending deadlines and must have a visceral distaste for office politics and gossip.
WFRV and Nexstar Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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 television, streaming and digital platforms, including nearly 300,000 hours of original video content each year. Nexstar owns America’s largest local broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 212 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, America’s fastest-growing national news and entertainment cable network reaching 70 million television homes, 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 The Hill and BestReviews, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. In addition to delivering exceptional content and service to our communities, Nexstar provides premium multiplatform and video-on-demand advertising opportunities at scale for businesses and brands seeking to leverage the strong consumer engagement of our compelling content offering. For more information, please visit Nexstar.tv.
EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.