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Westmoreland County Bureau News Photographer

Asian American Journalists Association, Location, WV, United States


Westmoreland County Bureau News Photographer Westmoreland County Bureau News Photographer

WTAE, the ABC affiliate in Pittsburgh, PA has an opening for a

Westmoreland County Bureau News Photographer . We are looking for a photographer with the ability to capture the essence of what's happening in the field and then bring it vividly into the homes of our viewers. You will spend several hours each day out in the field shooting, editing, and executing creative live shots. You will also edit for newscasts. You must be up to date on the modern aspects of our medium, have an excellent eye for video. You will work well with others, always positively representing us with the highest journalistic standards and professionalism on display. You will work with and report to News Operations Manager.

Responsibilities

Shooting and editing of VOs, VO-SOTs and packages for broadcast air and online postings

Work with the Assignment Desk and Westmoreland Bureau Reporter to cover daily stories

Shoot on assigned professional camera equipment

Edit in Adobe Premiere and use ENG, SNG, CNG and wireless data to feed completed work to the station

Gather video and still pictures for digital platforms

Work with reporters and producers to ensure the best content and facts are gathered

Work with producers to ensure their creative vision is accomplished with vivid video and natural sound

Work with catalog systems to save/store, record and locate necessary video

Organization and attention to gear/equipment maintenance

Requirements

This position is based in Greensburg, PA. Residence in Westmoreland County or nearby area preferred

Training in the art of video photojournalism

Professional or college experience in a newsroom

Carry up to 50 pounds of equipment

Experience with SNG, CNG and ENG trucks.

Can work in all weather conditions

Have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record

Must operate digital editing tools

Must have computer and software experience, knowledge of Adobe Premiere, Precis, and CNN platforms

Can organize and prioritize

Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards

Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production

Related military experience will be considered

Benefits

Medical | Dental | Vision

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

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