Paramount is hiring: Freelance Photographer in West Sacramento

CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. The CBS owned and operated station in Sacramento, California is recruiting for a freelance photographer. The CBS owned and operated duopoly in West Sacramento has an immediate opening for a freelance news photographer/editor to work on CBS 13 and our independent 31. The ideal candidate will be able to provide the visual texture reinforcing talent's story-telling. More than three years television news experience required. (Please do not apply if you do not have a background in television news). Candidates should have a working knowledge of the XDCAM EX camera and GRASS VALLEY EDIUS editing systems. Candidates should have working knowledge of live trucks, bonded cellular packs and be able to travel at a moment's notice. We are looking for storytellers and team players. You must be a very creative and have a passion for the business. No phone calls please. Qualifications 3 Years television experience covering breaking news, features and sports. Sound journalistic judgment Passion for visual storytelling Excellent lighting skills Deadline oriented Proficient non-linear editor Experience operating microwave, bonded-cellular packs and/or satellite trucks. Valid driver's License and excellent driving record required Excellent communications skills Ability to work any shift Occasional travel Organizations that wish to receive job vacancy notices from this posting's television station should contact sf_recruitingsupport@paramount.com . ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Hiring Salary Range: $27.9 - 31.46. The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. [[cust_payTransSTIP]] [[cust_payTransSalesInc]] https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Nearest Major Market: Sacramento #J-18808-Ljbffr