News Photojournalist Opportunity At WJZ-TV CBS Baltimore
Join the team at WJZ-TV CBS Baltimore on a mission to entertain the planet. We have the brands, the stars, and the power to achieve our mission. Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who recognize the power of content and enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter both for our audiences and our employees and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.
Responsibilities
The duties include shooting and editing news stories to support newsgathering across linear, digital, and streaming platforms. The role also includes setting up live shots, working single-handed or alongside reporters, and maintaining high journalistic standards. Candidates need to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven atmosphere.
Responsibilities include:
- Troubleshoot minor equipment problems in the field and monitor/perform basic vehicle maintenance.
- Practice a positive approach to problem-solving.
- Work in a variety of conditions, depending on the news cycle and assignment.
- Ability to edit on Grass Valleys non-linear system (Edius) and be able to edit a 2-minute package in 30-minutes or less is preferred. Demonstrating a dedication to crafting a cohesive sound package is advantageous!
- Manage content editing for all social platforms creatively, to a high standard, and with attention to detail.
- Proficiently handle GoPro cameras and incorporate them into daily storytelling.
- Manage & ingest media efficiently through file-sharing systems and on-site ingest stations.
- Must be willing to work weekends, nights, and holidays.
- FAA Part 107 Commercial Drone certified is a big plus. But we will invest in getting you certified if youre not already.
Qualifications
Qualifications include:
- BA degree in communications or a related field is preferred along with 3-5 years of photography/editing experience in a newsroom.
- Proven experience to operate bonded cellular equipment and willing to train/operate an ENG live van.
- Must have and maintain a drivers license in good standing.
- Must have the capability to lift, handle, and work with at least 50 pounds of equipment.
CBS News and Stations brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites, and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nations #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS, and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN.
CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network, CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally, and around the globe. CBS News streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021.
Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries.
CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in todays digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.
The hiring salary range for this position is $60,000.00 - $65,000.00. The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program, and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.
What we offer:
- Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages.
- Generous paid time off.
- An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramounts most dynamic teams.
- Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
- Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources, and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran status.
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