Job Description
WCVB-TV, the ABC affiliate in Needham, MA, has an opening for a Full-Time Photographer/Truck Op/Editor with the ability to capture the essence of what's happening in the field and bring it vividly into the homes of our viewers.
On the edit side, we need someone who can simultaneously coordinate feeds, edit with both the eye and ear, and coordinate content elements for multiple shows.
You will spend the bulk of the day in the field shooting, editing, and executing live shots for stories.
Having the ability to work as a teammate with reporters is a mustour newsroom is all about collaboration.
Candidates must be tech savvy and up to date on the most modern aspects of our medium.
You must be able to shoot on Sony XD Cam, GoPro, and iPhone; edit in Adobe Premiere; and utilize ENG, SNG, and wireless data to feed completed work to the station.
Excellent shooting/editing skills, time-management ability, effective communication style, organization, and knowledge of Precis and network feed platforms are critical.
A keen eye for quality video and sound and the highest journalistic standards are a must.
If you are an energetic, creative team player, we look forward to considering your application.
You will report to the News Operations Manager.
Job Responsibilities: Shooting and editing of VOs, VO-SOTs and packages for Broadcast Air and On-line postings Working with the Assignment Desk and Reporters to cover daily stories Gathering and editing video and still pictures for digital platforms Working with reporters and producers to ensure the best content and facts are gathered Working with producers to ensure their creative vision is executed with dynamic video and natural sound Communicating and coordinating incoming video elements from crews in the field Can work with catalog systems to record and locate necessary video Can produce and publish content to online platforms In person attendance required Requirements: Must have computer and software experience Previous newsroom shooting editing experience required Related military experience will be considered Can easily carry up to 50 pounds of equipment Efficient Operation on ENG trucks Can work in all weather conditions Can operate large vehicles; must have a valid driver's license and a near-perfect driving record Exceptional ability to operate digital editing tools Can organize and prioritize Must be a self-starter Ability to work under pressure and make quick decisions Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience. Equivalent military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) and associated experience will be considered Diversity Statement
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day.
Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities.
That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.
Benefits
Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you.
As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.
Medical | Dental | Vision 401(k) matching Emotional Wellness Support Paid Time Off Paid Parental Leave LGBTQ+ Health Services Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs About Us
Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households.
HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.