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Fox-29 News Photographer in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Reference #: R50025871 OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANYFox TV Stations
FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network's national content.
JOB DESCRIPTION WTXF Fox 29 is looking for our next News Photographer/Editor to cover general news assignments in a fast-paced news environment using electronic camera & editing equipment, applying techniques appropriate to each story. Excellent photography, lighting, audio, non-linear editing, and computer skills required. Live ENG remote skills and experience required, including ENG truck operation, bonded cellular, and field editing. Experience with LiveU and Edius non-linear editing preferred. Understanding of different camera/media formats required. Minimum of 3 years recent on-the-street TV news photography experience preferred. Must be able to work accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced news environment.
This role will include show editing responsibilities so the ideal candidate must edit video, sound, and other visual elements for newscasts, including reporter packages, newscast elements, special projects, and other projects as assigned. Must have strong understanding of the script and editorial process and the responsibilities of the position. Weekends, holidays, travel & varied hours required. HS diploma required, college degree preferred. Lift/carry 50 lbs equipment. Must have a valid driver's license. Resume and on-line link of recent work required of applicants. #LI-AP2
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