Photographer I, News

Job description ## Photographer I, NewsApplylocations: GA, Augustatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-42146## The News Photographer operates television or video cameras to record images or scenes for news reports. Cover general news assignments in a fast-paced newsgathering environment, utilizing electronic video camera, cell phone, editing equipment, and other equipment that may be relevant to a story • Strong understanding of various media formats and camera equipment • Operate live ENG remote newsgathering equipment • Ability to work overtime, extra hours • Ability to work several different shifts • Ability to work in all types of weather conditions • Ability to be available in the event of breaking news • Ability to respond quickly to breaking news* Requirements & Skills: Fluency in English High School diploma* Excellent communication skills, both oral and written* Minimum two years' experience operating video recording equipment (More for larger markets and less for smaller markets) Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment Proficiency with video recording equipment* Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously* Flexibility to work any shiftADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Willingness to cross-train in other areas of news operations as needed* Availability to work weekends, holidays, and irregular hours as job requires* Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs of equipment* Clean motor vehicle record, ability to drive, proof of insuranceAPPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: College degree preferred* Online link to work samples, including videography and editing preferably in a news setting* No still photography### About UsNexstar 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'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.