Job Description
OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox TV StationsFOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network’s national content. JOB DESCRIPTION The Photographer/Photojournalist will operate camera and editing equipment for the purpose of gathering news. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following duties.
Duties/Responsibilities
Shoot, co-produce, edit, and present images with sound for multiple platforms including television, digital, and social media.
Conduct interviews on your own including man-on-the-street and “go live” as a performer in breaking news situations.
Simultaneously shoot video, edit, and feed raw and edited material.
Use field lighting to produce well-lit content, as needed.
Demonstrate responsibility for all equipment issued by FOX.
Comply with all FOX Corporate computer requirements.
Comply with all FOX Corporate and station policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Shoot video for various media, including linear TV, streaming programming, social and other digital media.
Capture video from a variety of beats and topics including, but not limited to breaking news, governmental affairs, crime, investigations, features, weather/nature, sports and/or traffic
Edit video using non-linear editing software (like Edius or Premiere) adhering to editorial guidelines and styles. Must meet all deadlines
Required Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of basic journalism and digital production techniques.
Understanding of the use of good lighting, photographic, audio, and editing techniques as required in the production of quality news.
Understanding of bonded cellular technology and live truck operations.
Knowledge of iNews and desktop editing is preferred.
Ability to successfully collaborate with other journalists.
FAA license to operate a drone is a plus.
Proficiency with MS Office including Outlook and Word.
Writing and voiceover experience is desirable/preferred.
Willingness to utilize tools and cameras to build stories for all FOX media platforms.
Willingness and ability to travel for story assignments, including international travel, is desirable.
Ability to work a flexible schedule that may require nights, early mornings, weekends, holidays, and emergency scenarios.
Must have a valid driver’s license, and maintain a clean driving record.
Education and Experience
Minimum two (2) years of as a Photojournalist/Editor in a television news department.
Experience with non-linear editing equipment such as Edius and/or Adobe Premiere is required.
Experience understanding and interpreting scanner traffic is highly preferred
Experience operating ENG/KU/IP vehicles and equipment is preferred.
Experience with Sony XDCam Camera format is a plus.
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Radio/TV, or related discipline preferred.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift weights up to 50 lbs., frequently bend, kneel, stoop, and reach.
Ability to stand for long periods (1+ hour).
Must be able to use both hands to operate cameras and editing equipment both in-house and at remote locations.
Regularly stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to use tools, manipulate small parts, and make minute adjustments to controls requiring fine finger movements.
Regularly drive automobiles for extended periods of time to perform job-related activities.
Must be able to affix a wireless microphone to staff and interviewees.
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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $40.81 per hour. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement. View more detail about FOX Benefits.
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Whatever your discipline, from on-air talent to behind-the-scenes tech guru to business and finance, the career opportunities at FOX are exciting, rewarding and game-changing. We seek out the most talented individuals – the dreamers, the disruptors and the visionaries –and we want them to know that they matter. We’re committed to helping every single one of our employees feel valued and inspired, every day.
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Job Tags
Hourly pay, Local area, Remote work, Flexible hours, Night shift, Weekend work, Early shift,