Job Description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations

FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network’s national content.

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:  Photojournalist
FOX6 is looking to hire a creative, visual storyteller who enjoys collaborating with Newsroom staff to get the latest news into the hands of viewers.  You must thrive in a fast-paced environment and be willing to pivot from one assignment to the next.    Join a company with world-class benefits and a generous time off plan including 3 weeks’ vacation to start, paid holidays and more!  

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Not an office job!  As a FOX6 Photojournalist, your days will be anything but monotonous.  You’ll be in the field chasing breaking news and turning stories on a tight deadline.  You’ll be tasked with covering local events or even going on your own to capture compelling weather video.  You’ll flex your storytelling muscles with longform pieces that you are passionate about.  We will provide the equipment so you can capture the best sequences, natural sounds and moments to produce compelling stories that our viewers need to know.      

QUALIFICATIONS:        
•    Vocational/Technical School degree strongly preferred
•    At least two years of Television News shooting experience, as well as technical knowledge of non-linear editing software, preferably Edius, and photo equipment 
•    Must be physically able to lift, carry and handle 30 to 50 pounds of camera gear, and deal with the realities of a Wisconsin winter or summer
•    Position requires driving
•    Drone license preferred
•    Ability to handle strict deadlines

Job Tags

Holiday work, Summer work, Local area, Flexible hours,

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