Editor & Photographer

ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM:

News Department at Univision Chicago is looking for a Photographer/editor to join our team!

Univision Chicago, has an immediate opening for a full-time photographer/editor. This position will be responsible for shooting and editing for the station’s newscasts. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: shooting, editing, daily newsgathering, and reporting as well as appearances at community and station events in a fast-paced, extremely competitive market.

ABOUT YOU:

Our photographers work hand in hand with reporters and producers. They produce and report news stories using non-linear editing equipment, camaras, phones, gopro and related broadcasting equipment and newsroom computer systems. We are looking for a passionate storyteller. Willing to work in a deadline driven environment.

YOUR DAY-DAY: (aka Responsibilities)

• Go to news sites in all types of weather and capture newsworthy events as they happen.

• Be able to work closely with our Reporters to produce compelling, significant stories.

• Editing video for daily news coverage, special projects, and sweep period pieces using Adobe Premiere and other non-linear editing software

• Taking in news feeds from news bureaus and various news organizations

• Collaborating with anchors, reporters, and producers on video elements of newscasts

• Meeting daily deadlines in a high-energy working environment

• Covering specialized consumer content, day-to-day news stories and long-term assignments

• Maintain assigned photography gear and vehicles and operate in a safe manner

• Work well with P2 and XD cameras to shoot interviews and general footage.

• Establish a good working-relationship with newscast producers and co-anchors to ensure a well-paced, accurate and informative broadcast.

• Must be a strong and fast writer and have solid news judgment as a Producer.

• Attend and participate in off-site company-sponsored and community events as assigned by station management.

YOU HAVE: (aka Qualifications)

Required Skills & Experience

• Technical/College School degree and 2 years’ college preferred, but may consider 2 years’ experience in lieu of degree if all qualifications are met

• Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills both written and oral

• A thorough knowledge of all ENG practices is required.

• Must have working knowledge of television news photography and technology

• Must be able to shoot with P2 and XD Cameras, and edit under deadline pressure

• Be able to lift and carry broadcast video equipment (approximately 45 pounds), and have manual dexterity in use of keyboard, video editing equipment (linear and non-linear) video machines, server-based video editing and playback systems and other broadcast equipment. Avid and Adobe CS Suite required

• Must have and maintain a good driving record and a valid driver’s license, along with the ability to drive daily

• Personal computer experience required, including non-linear editing equipment

Desired Skills & Experience

• BA/BS preferred in Journalism/Mass Communications or equivalent experience in broadcast news experience in Spanish language broadcasting as reporter or photographer/editor

• Needs to be able to work on tight deadlines, with a reporter or independently

• Able to improvise when situation warrants

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

• Familiar with the Chicago area

• Skills to be a problem solver

• Creative with strong sense of community involvement for unique story ideas

• Must be able to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays

• Must be able to multi-task, work well under extreme pressure, and communicate effectively

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be willing to work from office in Chicago, IL

• Employment/education will be verified

• Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States

OUR BENEFITS:

TelevisaUnivision believes that a happy, well-balanced employee is what makes our culture thrive. We offer a wide selection of perks and benefits including PTO; tuition reimbursement; wellness and employee support programs; 401K; and life and other insurance plans. This is all in addition to our comprehensive and competitive health benefits package featuring medical, dental and vision coverage options.

*This position will require the employee to be a member or join NABET-CWA

Salary - $52,885.91 to $75,543.40

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TelevisaUnivision is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics protected by law.