Photographer, NBC & Telemundo Bay Area Job at NBCUniversal, San Jose, CA

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  • NBCUniversal
  • San Jose, CA

Job Description



We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description



NBC Bay Area and Telemundo 48 in San Jose, CA (KNTV/KSTS) have an opportunity for a Photographer .

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Cover local news and participate in the newsgathering and editorial process
  • Operate camera, sound, lighting, editing equipment and live truck to cover live and taped events
  • Respond quickly to breaking news while taking direction and interacting with the assignment desk, reporters/anchors, production, control room, and appropriate Telemundo/NBC personnel
  • Interact with the assignment desk, reporters/anchors, production, control room and acquisition personnel
  • Operate station issued equipment to the fullest and within all required safety guidelines
  • Proficient in HD lighting, HD videography, non-linear editing with Edius and Premiere Pro, Dalet editing, microwave truck operations, editing and feeding from the pit, recording Skype interviews, phone interviews, Live U and Dejero
  • Understand and practice all NBC safety standards and ethics
  • Maintain equipment and vehicles by doing preventive maintenance and inspections
  • Team with others to produce daily stories
  • Gather compelling video, natural sound and work with others to make sure it makes newscast
  • At direction of the assignment desk respond to breaking news obeying all traffic laws
  • Use courtesy and respect at all times and take extra caution when in the public’s eye
  • Attend editorial meetings to gain better understanding of overall process
  • Take annual safety training
  • Be competitive
  • Perform APC duties or other technical tasks as requested
  • Work closely with News Management, Operations, On-Air Reporters and other newsroom personnel to gather high-quality visual elements and collaborate on informative news stories
  • Held to the highest journalistic standards

Desired Characteristics:

  • Bilingual: Spanish and English; both written and verbal
  • Degree in Broadcast Journalism/Production
  • Must be self-motivated, collaborative and possess a high level of creativity to tell stories with sound and images ; strong NPPA-style preferred
  • Proficiency in Edius and Premiere Pro a plus
  • Excellent photographer in Newsgathering, News production, station promotions and other general station projects as assigned
  • Work independently and capture informative and reliable newsgathering video and audio for broadcast
  • Possess strong news judgment
  • Work with others efficiently under daily deadline pressure
  • Solve technical issues in the field
  • Satellite truck operation

Qualifications



 

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in News Camera/Field Photography
  • 3-5 years’ experience in a top ten market
  • Must adhere to Environmental Health & Safety standards and regulations
  • Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds of equipment at a given time
    • Cable Reeler (23 pounds)
    • Omni Kit (33 pounds)
    • Shoulder mount camera (20-25 pounds)
    • TVU, LiveU, Dejero (portable units) – ranging from 11-18 pounds
  • Must be able to stand for at least 2 hours at a time (in breaking news situations, may need to stand for longer periods of time – up to 8 hours)
  • Must be able to operate a live truck
  • Portable microwave gear experience
  • Must be able to maneuver small spaces (in/out of vehicles and to be able to take camera shots in tight spaces)
  • Must be able to sit for up to 2 hours at a time (i.e. for editing purposes)
  • Must be fully knowledgeable in all aspects of ENG field operations
  • Must be proficient working with Edius edit v.5, and newer, systems
  • Must be Proficient in the Panasonic P2 workflow
  • Must be able to operate a microwave truck
  • Must have strong understanding of computer/IT workflows
  • Must understand File Transfer Protocols
  • Job requires the ability to perform well outside in all types of weather and with a high degree of self-sufficiency

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered
  • Must be willing to work in San Jose, CA and surrounding areas
  • Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Must have a valid Driver’s License as well as a clean driving record
  • Must have a flexible schedule with ability to work any of a 24x7 shift and willingness to work long hours and on weekends and holidays with short notice

Additional Requirements:

  • Required On-Site : This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the  Benefits page of the Careers website. 

Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000 DOE

Additional Information



NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants
and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity
or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual
orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed
services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the
right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your
ability to use or access  nbcunicareers.com as a result of your disability. You can
request reasonable accommodations by emailing  AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com .

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Local area, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work,

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