NBC4/Telemundo44 is looking for a freelance Photographer with a passion for local news. If you are a creative visual storyteller who enjoys being out in the community capturing local stories, we are looking for you! This is a freelance position with an estimated 6-9 month duration.
Responsibilities:
Editing and shooting stories, interviews, videos, packages and other projects as assigned
Assisting producers with coordinating and directing shoots and contribute in the pre-production process
Maintain production equipment and computer backup systems
Keep up production video database as well as software
Keep track of upgrades, and keep supervisors and engineering department apprised of software and maintenance needs
Complete projects as assigned
Assigned to our duopoly stations, NBC4 Washington and Telemundo 44, as needed.
Qualifications/Requirements:
Minimum 2 years newsgathering experience
Minimum 2 years of experience in combination of shooting live events, editing on nonlinear systems and operating ENG live/microwave truck
Minimum 2 years Ability to operate bonded cell live units
Minimum 2 years Ability to operate a live truck
Must be willing to work in Washington, D.C.
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
Must be 18 years or greater
Must be available on evenings, weekends and holidays
Must have valid driver’s license
Desired Characteristics:
Ability to proficiently read, write, and speak in Spanish a plus
Strong journalistic and communication skills
Ability to produce network quality segments under tight deadlines
Working knowledge of public records laws
Analyze data and turn it into visual stories
Must possess strong detail-oriented research and writing skills
Experience shooting and/or editing video a plus
Must have a creative approach to digital platforms
Strength in using social media to engage audience
Enthusiastic, self-starter with a positive attitude
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)
Familiarity with new technologies such as bonded cell transmission, Go Pro cameras and file sharing applications
Must be proficient working with Adobe Premiere Pro, and newer, systems
Must be Proficient in the Panasonic P2 workflow
Must have strong understanding of computer/IT workflows
Must understand File Transfer Protocols
Team player who excels in a fast-paced, exciting environment, while maintaining an unwavering dedication to quality work.
NBCUniversal is one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a global audience. NBCUniversal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, and world-renowned theme parks. NBCUniversal’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.