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WABC Weekend Photographer - Daily Hire
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Job Summary:
Disney Entertainment’s eight-owned ABC stations are multiplatform leaders in local news and information. WABC-TV has been the leader in local news and entertainment programming in the New York City area for more than 60 years. Producing more than 45 hours of live, local news and weather each week, Channel 7 “Eyewitness News” is the most-watched local news in New York and the United States. Quality news and programming, groundbreaking technology, and ongoing community outreach are the hallmarks of excellence that have consistently kept WABC-TV New York’s No. 1 station and the most-watched television station in the nation.
WABC-TV’s News Photographer will work closely with Assignment Desk, News Reporters and Managers to ensure the timely production of newscasts and special projects! The successful candidate will have a consistent track record in the fast-paced, high-pressure environment of daily local news gathering. The candidate must possess excellent interpersonal skills, and a strong work ethic.
Daily Hire is an employee hired to work daily with no requirement of a regular schedule.
Responsibilities:
Set up and implement live and recorded elements for newscasts
Edit segments and assemble video elements for shows
Assist with the upkeep of equipment inventory
Basic Qualifications:
Minimum of 3 years of experience in daily ENG newsgathering, including shooting, editing, and live shots, working with a reporter or alone.
Must be willing to work any shift, including holidays.
Candidates MUST know how to operate a MW live truck.
Candidates need to have a clean driving record.
Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 30 pounds of equipment.
Knowledge of the tri-state area is important.
Proven understanding of P2 camera systems, Adobe Premiere Pro editing and bonded cellular transmission technologies (Dejero and Live U)
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge and experience in the use of smaller cameras, such as the Sony FX9
Experience using adjustable lenses, multi-camera shooting, and working with complex and creative lighting solutions
Required Education:
High School diploma or equivalent
Preferred Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Studio Production, Journalism, or a related field
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The pay rate for this role in New York is $58.1375 per hour.
Salary : $58
