Photojournalist, News

Client Reference Code: 206427

Spectrum News Rochester is available on channels 9, 14 and 200 exclusively on Spectrum for customers in dozens of towns, villages and cities stretching from Lake Ontario south to the Pennsylvania border. Spectrum News Rochester serves the greater Rochester, Finger Lakes and Genesee Valley area with 24-hour local news, politics, features and weather seven days a week.

The 24-hour news channel shares content with its sister channels in the Spectrum News Networks news family: Spectrum New channels in Albany, Hudson Valley, Syracuse, Binghamton, Rochester and New York City, New York; in Austin and San Antonio, Texas; and in Tampa and Orlando, Florida.

JOB SUMMARY
Shoot and edit video on deadline and operate ENG/SNG newsgathering equipment. Ensure unity of message among all brand photographs. Coordinate with other staff to determine shoot objectives.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Shoot and edit still and video for web and broadcast on deadline.
• Work with reporters, assignment desk editors, and master control operators and independently in the newsgathering process.
• Manage general upkeep of assigned company vehicle and equipment.
• Work with photographic equipment such as lighting, lenses, and tripods.
• Provide guidance on capabilities and means to optimize photo opportunities.
• Analyze subject material, select equipment, lighting, angle and background; select and present subject to achieve desired effect, with attention to lighting, background composition and style.
• Choose and utilize a wide variety of photographic equipment, including lenses, lightings, filters, etc.
• Use photo software to modify and create images meeting defined style requirements; edit and enhance images; apply special effects and color correction as needed.
• Responsible for representing the station in a professional manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Skills/Abilities and Knowledge

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• News video editing skills.
• Must have ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines.
• Must be able and willing to work different shifts, be flexible with schedule changes and able to cover stand-by responsibilities when assigned.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills; ability to clearly communicate solutions; and able to relate well with diverse populations and age groups.
• Ability to interface with internal company personnel.
• Requires adaptability, enthusiasm, initiative and a positive approach to problem solving.
• Ability to work with bonded cellular live streaming technology such as TV U and Operate ENG/SNG vehicles under company guidelines and within proper safety parameters.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license for authorized driving in the State of residence.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field or comparable television work experience preferred.

Related Work Experience

• Shooting and editing television news footage experience.
• Microwave truck experience a must; DSNG experience helpful.

Number of Years
5+

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Works inside in a climate controlled environment and outside throughout the year and may be subjected to various weather conditions that could include extreme heat or cold conditions.
• Lifting and carrying up to 100 pounds.
• Drives company vehicle to and from different locations in a safe manner by obeying all traffic laws.
• Must be able to distinguish colors and discern sounds.

EOE
Charter Communication is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Veteran/Disability
Job Code : TWCNOP170 Photographer/Truck Ops 1 Nonexempt

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