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01/30/2020

Chief Photographer

WBTW

Category:
News
Position/Title:
Chief Photographer
Details:
  • WBTW in beautiful Myrtle Beach, SC is seeking a Chief Photographer. 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.
     
    Additional Job Description:
    • Manages all aspects of the Photography division
    • Plans and manages staffing, training, and performance evaluations for the photographers
    • Makes decisions regarding hiring, evaluation, promotion and termination of employees
    • Maintains all photography technology and equipment for the station
    • Manages the photographer staff, including coaching and development
    • Assigns projects to staff and ensures that logistics and shot requirements meet established standards
    • Performs photographer duties as required by business demands, including setting up, composing and executing video shots
    • Operates live microwave and satellite trucks in remote situations
    • Performs other duties as assigned


Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
1/29/2020
Closing Date:
2/29/2020
Experience:
  • Minimum five years’ experience as a photographer in a television broadcasting environment, with at least two years’ experience in a leadership role
  • Experience guiding, directing and motivating subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance
  • Experience establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them
  • Experience with video recording equipment and camera technology
Requirements:
  • Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
  • Fluency in English
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
  • Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
  • Minimum five years’ experience as a photographer in a television broadcasting environment, with at least two years’ experience in a leadership role
  • Experience guiding, directing and motivating subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance
  • Experience establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them
  • Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills
  • Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
  • Strong PC/MS Office experience
  • Experience with video recording equipment and camera technology
  • Experience with satellite trucks
  • Significant experience evaluating, selecting and operating video recording equipment
  • Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Contact:
Apply online at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar
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