Photographer/Editor

News Nation is looking for a Chicago based photographer/editor to join our team at the network’s headquarters in Chicago and work with our correspondent and producer teams based there. 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 Chicago and throughout the Midwestern United States and will also be dispatched to cover stories nationally or in some cases internationally as well.

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

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

Photographer/editors are also required to join the IBEW union