Photojournalist, National Content - News NY

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future. Spectrum News is made up of over 30 hyper-local news and regional sports networks dedicated to producing original, unbiased and high-quality content. We use innovative journalistic approaches, backed by comprehensive research, to engage and inform viewers on the most essential news, issues, and events taking place in their communities.

Beyond TV news distribution, our newsrooms publish via the Spectrum News app and connected television. We’re committed to providing viewers with 24-hour news—no matter how, when and where they want it. Check out all the ways we share Spectrum News Mobile App.

As National Content Photojournalist
, you will be responsible for shooting and editing videos, operating segment gathering equipment, and ensuring unity of message among all brand shooting. You will also coordinate with other staff to determine shoot objectives, research, develop, write, shoot, enterprise and produce compelling original and long-form programming segments, and contribute to special features and stories. You’ll make data-informed decisions about what’s resonating to connect our audience with the stories that matter.

• Capturing powerful images that tell a story
• Every day is different, traveling to cover a variety of stories and events

As a part of Spectrum News, you’re creative, highly technical, and ready to bring the character-driven stories of those in your community to life in our newsroom. You value accuracy and want to leverage your curiosity and storytelling abilities to share inspiring news across multiple platforms. Each day is a fast-paced and constantly evolving work environment with new stories to tell and perspectives to uncover.

We are focused on fostering a healthy and people-first team culture to effectively address challenges together. If you’re a nimble, passionate team player, you’ll find a home on our team.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Shooting and editing television news footage experience - 5+ years
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or related field or comparable television work experience preferred
• Technical skills: Ability to shoot and edit video as well as light and shoot multi camera interviews, ability to work with bonded cellular live streaming technology
• Skills: Demonstrated knowledge and interest of current events, creative and critical thinker always looking for stories
• Abilities: Ability to formulate questions and conduct interviews in the field as needed
• Travel Ability: Must be open to travel to discover the important stories in your neighborhood and willing to interact with the community
• Schedule: Ability to work various shifts, longer shifts, weekends and holidays, and be flexible with schedule changes due to breaking news or severe weather emergencies
• Valid driver’s license: for authorized driving in the State of residence

• Works inside in a climate-controlled environment and outside throughout the year and may be subjected to various weather conditions that could include extreme heat or cold conditions
• Drives company vehicle to and from different locations in a safe manner by obeying all traffic laws
• Ability to distinguish colors and discern sounds
• Ability to work different shifts, be flexible with schedule changes and able to cover stand-by responsibilities when assigned
• Lifting and carrying up to 100 pounds

The base pay for this position generally is between $66,500.00 and $. The actual compensation offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. We comply with local wage minimums and also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of other incentive-based compensation such as bonuses.

Get to Know Us:
Charter Communications provides superior communication and entertainment products for residential and business customers through the Spectrum brand. Our offerings include Spectrum Internet®, TV, Mobile and Voice. Beyond our connectivity solutions, we also provide local news, programming and regional sports via Spectrum Networks and multiscreen advertising solutions via Spectrum Reach. When you join our team, you’ll be keeping our customers connected to what matters most in 41 states across the U.S. Grow Your Career Here.

Spectrum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including job seekers with disabilities and veterans.

Note:

This description reflects the current responsibilities and requirements for the role and may be subject to change to meet business needs.