Senior Photographer, Telemundo Area de la Bahia 48

Company Description

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Job Description

Telemundo 48 (KSTS) in San Jose, CA, is currently seeking a Senior Photographer.

Responsibilities

• Cover local news and participate in the newsgathering and editorial process
• Operate camera, sound, lighting, editing equipment and live truck to cover live and taped events
• Respond quickly to breaking news while taking direction and interacting with the assignment desk, reporters/anchors, production, control room, and appropriate Telemundo/NBC personnel
• Operate station issued equipment to the fullest and within all required safety guidelines
• Proficient in HD lighting, HD videography, non-linear editing with Avid & Final Cut, Dalet editing, microwave truck operations, editing and feeding from the pit, recording Skype interviews, phone interviews, Live U and Dejero
• Ability to train Photographers and MMJ’s in lighting, shooting and editing techniques
• Understand and practice all NBC safety standards and ethics
• Maintain equipment and vehicles by doing preventive maintenance and inspections
• Team with others to produce daily stories
• Gather compelling video, natural sound and work with others to make sure it makes newscast
• At the direction of the assignment desk respond to breaking news obeying all traffic laws
• Use courtesy and respect at all times and take extra caution when in the public’s eye
• Attend editorial meetings to gain a better understanding of the overall process
• Take an annual safety training
• Be competitive
• Perform APC duties or other technical tasks as requested
• Some administrative duties will be required
  
  

Qualifications

• Must adhere to Environmental Health & Safety standards and regulations
• At least 3-5 years experience in a top ten market
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds of equipment at a given time:
• Cable Reeler (23 pounds)
• Omni Kit (33 pounds)
• Shoulder mount camera (20-25 pounds)
• TVU, LiveU, Dejero (portable units) – ranging from 11-18 pounds
• Must be able to stand for at least 2 hours at a time (in breaking news situations, may need to stand for longer periods of time – up to 8 hours)
• Must be able to operate a live truck
• Satellite truck operation
• Portable microwave gear experience
• Must be able to maneuver small spaces (in/out of vehicles and to be able to take camera shots in tight spaces)
• Must be able to sit for up to 2 hours at a time (i.e. for editing purposes)
• Bilingual: Spanish and English; both written and verbal
• Understanding of emerging news production techniques and technology
• Must have good Team Leadership skills and be able to aid with administrative duties.
  
  

Eligibility Requirements

• Applicants must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
• Must have a flexible schedule with ability to work any of a 24x7 shift and willingness to work long hours and on weekends and holidays with short notice
• Must be willing to work in San Jose, CA and surrounding areas
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have a valid driver’s license as well as a clean driving record
  
  

Desired Characteristics

• Strong storytelling, editorial, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to work under tight deadlines
• Ability to simultaneously shoot, edit and operate an ENG truck
• Knowledge and ability to operate communication tools and stay connected with the assignment constituencies (i.e. use of email software, cell phone, messaging tools, etc)
• Works well in a team environment
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
  
  

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

Salary range: $80,000 - $110,000

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