Videographer, Santa Maria, California, KSBY

If you're ready to capture stories that define California's Central Coast, KSBY, the E.W. Scripps NBC affiliate in San Luis Obispo, California, is the place to be. The station is seeking a skilled Videographer who will bring visual storytelling to life across multiple platforms from its bureau in Santa Maria. You'll be the eyes behind the lens, capturing the moments that matter most to our community - from breaking news to heartwarming features all while showcasing your technical expertise and creative vision.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Capture and edit visual content for multiple platforms

Operate and maintain equipment including camera, tripod, laptop, and related news-gathering devices

Work with newsroom personnel to create and develop news stories

Perform other duties as assigned

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

Associates degree in related discipline preferred

More than two years of experience in related field preferred

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

Proficiency with lighting and computer-based editing

Operate and maintain live equipment including cameras with live transmission capabilities and other news-gathering equipment

Knowledge and demonstration of creativity, editorial judgment, journalistic ethics, and libel laws

Knowledge of and proficiency in posting content to station's digital sites

Capable of working efficiently under multiple deadlines daily

Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

WHERE YOU'LL LIVE, WORK AND PLAY:

Santa Maria offers the perfect blend of Central Coast charm and professional opportunity. This vibrant community of 110,000 residents is part of Santa Barbara County's wine country, just 10 miles from California's stunning Pacific coastline. The city enjoys mild year-round temperatures, creating an ideal environment for both outdoor play and comfortable living. With its scenic vineyard-lined hillsides, panoramic vistas, and access to 12 miles of coastline featuring the state's tallest beach dunes, Santa Maria provides endless opportunities for outdoor adventures.

Santa Maria Valley boasts over 30 world-class wineries along the famous Foxen Canyon Wine Trail, the same picturesque route featured in the film "Sideways." It offers stunning backdrops and networking opportunities within the region's vibrant arts and hospitality scene. Just 30 minutes from Santa Maria, Vandenberg Space Force Base in nearby Lompoc offers extraordinary opportunities to witness some of the most dramatic moments in modern aerospace. As the only West Coast spaceport, Vandenberg provides front-row access to rocket launches which often occur at sunrise or sunset and create the spectacular "jellyfish effect" visible across coastal California.

From a practical standpoint, Santa Maria offers an exceptional quality of life with a cost of living that's about 30% lower than the average city in California. The city maintains easy access to major metropolitan areas, with a three-to-four-hour drive south to Los Angeles or north to San Francisco. The area's rich cultural diversity and thriving creative community make it an inspiring place for storytellers. With a strong sense of connection and family-friendly atmosphere, you will find endless inspiration and a supportive community to call home.

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COMPENSATION RANGE:
Hourly: $20.50 - $22.50

Pursuant to state and local salary transparency laws, the salary range posted is specific to candidates who will perform this work in California.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:

A career path to grow your professional experiences

Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits

Retirement savings plan with company match

Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, pet discount program, and employee assistance program. More details about timing and conditions of benefits eligibility and other plan terms and conditions will be provided upon hire.

If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.

SCRIPPS' COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION:

At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to succeed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose.

ABOUT SCRIPPS:

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating connection. As one of the nation's largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlet Scripps News and popular entertainment brands ION, ION Plus, ION Mystery, Bounce, Grit and Laff. Scripps is the nation's largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps Sports serves professional and college sports leagues, conferences and teams with local market depth and national broadcast reach of up to 100% of TV households. Founded in 1878, Scripps is the steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and its longtime motto is: "Give light and the people will find their own way."

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.