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NewsNation Photographer/Editor, DC

Nexstar Media Group • Washington, DC 20080 • Posted 30+ days ago

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In-person • Full-time • $75,000-$85,000/yr • Senior Level

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NewsNation is seeking a photographer/editor based in Washington, DC, to work in our bureau. The role involves shooting and editing video, partnering with a correspondent and producer to craft engaging and accurate stories, and covering stories both locally in DC and nationally or internationally as needed. The ideal candidate should be a self-starter, clear communicator, and team player with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

  • Shoot video for news reports
  • Edit reporter packages and elements for television broadcasts and digital use on Adobe Premiere
  • Familiarity with Bit Central & Latakoo helpful but not required
  • Shoot active and dynamic live shots in various settings
  • Maintain video equipment and other gear
  • Operate portable live unit and ENG trucks in remote situations
  • Short notice travel and schedule flexibility required, including weekends
  • Perform other duties as assigned
  • Travel will be required

Qualifications

Required

  • Minimum five years' experience of news gathering
  • Degree in communications preferred or related experience
  • Valid driver's license and clean driving record
  • Ability to lift and carry equipment in the range of 50 lbs. in weight
  • Basic knowledge of satellite live truck operation
  • Good communications skills with sound editorial judgement
  • Staffers must be available to work 24/7/365

About Nexstar Media Group

Nexstar Media Group is a major player in the broadcasting industry in the United States, offering local news, entertainment, and digital media services. The company operates over 197 television stations, reaching approximately 63% of U.S. households and owns subsidiaries such as WGN America, Antenna TV, and NewsNation. Through strategic partnerships and acquisitions, Nexstar continues to expand its reach and maintain a strong market presence.

Full Job Description

NewsNation is looking for a Washington, DC based photographer/editor to be based in our Washington, DC bureau. The ideal candidate is proficient in shooting and editing video and is equipped to ably partner with a correspondent and producer to craft stories which are engaging, compelling, and accurate. The person must have a strong work-ethic, be a self-starter, a clear communicator, and a team player.The news photographer will cover stories in and around Washington, DC and will also be dispatched to cover stories nationally or in some cases internationally as well.Duties & Responsibilities:-Shoot video for news reports-Edit reporter packages and elements for television broadcasts and digital use on Adobe Premiere-Familiarity with Bit Central & Latakoo helpful but not required- Shoot active and dynamic live shots in various settings-Maintain video equipment and other gear-Operate portable live unit and ENG trucks in remote situations-Short notice travel and schedule flexibility will be required, including weekends-Perform other duties as assigned-Travel will be required

Requirements & Skills:-Minimum five years' experience of news gathering -Degree in communications preferred or related experience -Valid driver's license and clean driving record-Ability to lift and carry equipment in the range of 50 lbs. in weight -Basic knowledge of satellite live truck operation-Good communications skills with sound editorial judgement -Staffers for this news position must be available to work 24/7/365

Salary Range: $75,000 - $85,000 commensurate with experience.

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America's largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar's national television properties include The CW, America's fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing "News for All America," popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company's portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

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