ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM:

Univision Local Media Chicago, has an immediate opening for a freelance photographer/editor.  This position will be responsible for shooting and editing for the station’s newscasts.  Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: shooting, editing, daily newsgathering, and reporting as well as appearances at community and station events in a fast-paced, extremely competitive market.

YOUR DAY-DAY:

Produce and report news stories using ENG equipment, non-linear editing equipment, and related broadcasting equipment and newsroom computer systems.Go to news sites in all types of weather and capture newsworthy events as they happen.Go to news sites in all types of weather and capture newsworthy events.Be able to work closely with our Reporters to produce compelling, significant stories. Editing video for daily news coverage, special projects, and sweep period piecesTaking in news feeds from news bureaus and various news organizationsCollaborating with anchors, reporters, and producers on video elements of newscastsMeeting daily deadlines in a high-energy working environmentCovering specialized consumer content, day-to-day news stories and long-term assignmentsMaintain assigned photography gear and vehicles and operate in a safe mannerWork well with P2 and XD cameras to shoot interviews Establish a good working-relationship with newscast producers and co-anchors to ensure a well-paced, accurate and informative broadcast.Must be a strong and fast writer and have solid news judgment as a Producer.Attend and participate in off-site company-sponsored and community events as assigned by station management.Position is represented by NABET-CWA

YOU HAVE:

Technical/College School degree and 2 years’ college preferred, but may consider 2 years’ experience in lieu of degree if all qualifications are metBilingual English/Spanish communication skills both written and oralA thorough knowledge of all ENG practices is required.Must have working knowledge of television news photography and technologyMust be able to shoot with P2 and XD Cameras, and edit under deadline pressureBe able to lift and carry broadcast video equipment (approximately 45 pounds), and have manual dexterity in use of keyboard, video editing equipment (linear and non-linear) video machines, server-based video editing and playback systems and other broadcast equipment. Avid,Final Cut Pro and Adobe CS Suite requiredMust have and maintain a good driving record and a valid driver’s license, along with the ability to drive dailyPersonal computer experience required, including non-linear editing equipmentBA/BS preferred in Journalism/Mass Communications or equivalent experience in broadcast news experience in Spanish language broadcasting as reporter or photographer/editorNeeds to be able to work on tight deadlines, with a reporter or independentlyAble to improvise when situation warrantsValid driver’s license and clean driving recordFamiliar with the Chicago areaSkills to be a problem solverCreative with strong sense of community involvement for unique story ideasMust be able to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidaysMust be able to multi-task, work well under extreme pressure, and communicate effectivelyAbility to lift and carry up to 50 poundsMust be willing to work from office in Chicago, ILMust have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States

Univision is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.