Chief Photographer Job at Nexstar Media Group Inc. in Little Rock

The Chief Photographer oversees the day to day operations of the Photography division and is responsible for the maintenance of all photography technology and equipment at the station.Manages all aspects of the Photography divisionPlans and manages staffing, training, and performance evaluations for the photographersMakes decisions regarding hiring, evaluation, promotion and termination of employeesMaintains all photography technology and equipment for the stationManages the photographer staff, including coaching and developmentAssigns projects to staff and ensures that logistics and shot requirements meet established standardsPerforms photographer duties as required by business demands, including setting up, composing and executing video shotsOperates live microwave and satellite trucks in remote situationsPerforms other duties as assignedRequirements & Skills :Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experienceFluency in EnglishExcellent communication skills, both oral and writtenValid driver’s license with an acceptable driving recordMinimum five years’ experience as a photographer in a television broadcasting environment, with at least three years’ experience in a leadership roleExperience guiding, directing and motivating subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performanceExperience establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve themAbility to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skillsProficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipmentExperience with video recording equipment and camera technologyExperience with satellite trucksSignificant experience evaluating, selecting and operating video recording equipmentAbility to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneouslyNexstar 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.EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.