News Technician - Photographer

News Technician - Photographer

WJZ-TV CBS Baltimore has an immediate opening for a full-time News Photojournalist. Duties include the shooting & editing of news stories to support news gathering across linear, digital and streaming platforms. The role also includes setting up live shots, working independently or alongside reporters, and maintaining high journalistic standards. Candidates must be able to operate in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities:
Must be able to troubleshoot minor equipment problems in the field and monitor/perform basic vehicle maintenance. Practice a positive approach to problem-solving. Photojournalists will work in a variety of conditions, depending on the news cycle and assignment. Ability to edit on Grass Valley's non-linear system (Edius) and be able to edit a 2-minute package in 30-minutes or less is preferred.

The ability to produce a natural sound package is a plus! Edit content for all social platforms creatively, to a high standard, and with attention to detail. Proficiently use GoPro cameras and incorporate them into daily storytelling. Manage & ingest media efficiently through file-sharing systems and on-site ingest stations. Must be willing to work weekends, nights, and holidays. FAA Part 107 Commercial Drone certified a very big plus.

But we'll invest in getting you certified if you're not already.

Qualifications:

BA degree in communications or a related field is preferred along with 3-5 years of Photography/Editing experience in a newsroom. Ability to operate bonded cellular equipment and willing to train/operate an ENG live van. Must have and maintain a driver's license in good standing. Must be able to lift, handle and work with at least 50 pounds of equipment.

CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in today's digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.

Hiring Salary Range: $60,000.. The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.