Photographer/Videographer - WSB TV

Position Overview

WSB TV Atlanta is looking for a Photographer/Videographer who is a creative go-getter with an eye for composition and an ear for sound. If you like a challenge and have a couple of years’ experience on the street, we want to hear from you!  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Shoot and edit compelling local news stories that are clear and easy to understand.
• Able to work under pressure and make quick decisions in the field.
• Operate and maintain a professional video camera and related news gathering equipment. This includes laptop, iPhone, LiveU and drones.
• Be familiar with and understand non-linear editing techniques to meet deadlines and create high-impact stories.
• Understanding of how to operate and maintain live equipment including microwave, satellite and LiveU backpacks. As well as being able to troubleshoot ENG/SNG trucks.
• Understanding the best way to troubleshoot equipment issues (camera, laptop or ENG/SNG trucks) as well as ownership of all technical aspects of the job.
• Collaborate with reporters to turn creative and visual stories, active live shot / teases and making sure daily deadlines are met in high pressure situations.
• A self-starter, with the ability to gather VO, VO-SOT and NAT sound packages by yourself.
• Can work in all weather conditions and carry up to 50 pounds of equipment.
• Maintain news vehicles for safe operation, keeping up with scheduled maintenance and having a valid driver's license.
• Obtain training to be a drone operator, including taking the FAA drone pilot license exam.
• Ability to work all shifts scheduled, including mornings, nights, weekends and holidays. Other duties may be assigned as needed. Must adhere to all station policies.
• Bring story ideas and a creative energy to the job every day.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3 years of professional experience working as a TV news photographer required
• 3 years of non-linear editing experience, preferably Avid editing software
• Working knowledge of ENG trucks, as well as LiveU and/or licensed drone pilot
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• A college degree in Journalism or TV Broadcasting is preferred