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 DESCRIPTIONFOX 35 is looking for a News Photographer & Editor.
Orlando is the most exciting local news market in the US- second to none! That means our field crews are scheduled to work nights, overnights, weekends and holidays. Periodically, our photographers are asked to be on –call or work extended shifts to cover breaking news and severe weather, as well as exciting events like rocket launches from the Kennedy Space Center, NASCAR races at the Daytona International Speedway, and festivities at our world famous theme parks. Some of the duties include:
Organization and Compliance:
Manage and organize a large volume of digital files for efficient storage and future accessibility.Comply with all FTS computer requirements, including myfoxpay, Navigator training, password protection, and computer usage.Comply with all FTS and Station policies, including Anti-Bribery & Anti-Corruption and Insider Trading.Professional Development:
Stay updated with the latest trends, techniques, and technologies in photography and videography, applying them creatively to enhance visual storytelling.ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Other duties as assigned.Regular attendance.Complete non-exempt time sheet completely, accurately and on deadline.Work varied hours, holidays, weekends and during severe weather situations as needed and/or scheduled.JOB RELATED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Positive AttitudeProblem Solving and Decision MakingCommitment to ExcellenceInitiativeTeamwork/CollaborationJob SkillsIntegrityExcellent Communication SkillsTYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION:
Must be able to lift and carry equipment, traverse walking distances, up and down stairs, and rough terrain, to complete essential job functions. Regularly bend, stoop and crouch to arrange, lift and transport photography related equipment. Regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Regularly carry or wear 5-15 pound LiveU backpack camera for extended periods of time. Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
QUALIFICATIONS: 2 years’ experience as a photographer/editor in a television
news department. Willingness and ability to travel for story assignments. Have a working knowledge of Bonded Cellular technology such as LiveU. Have the ability to connect ENG camera to Backpack and initiate live stream. Experience with LiveU, Adobe Premiere and BitCentral is a plus.
EDUCATION: College degree or two years equivalent experience in the broadcast industry.
OTHER: Must have valid driver’s license and maintain a clean driving record.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $55,000.00-65,000.00 per hour. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.View more detail about FOX Benefits.