News Photographer/Media Composer Editor - WPXI TV in Pittsburgh, PA at Cox Media Group

Date Posted: 3/16/2023

Job Snapshot

Job Description

WPXI TV is looking for a News Photographer/Media Composer Editor to join the team! Reporting to the Director of News Technology, the key responsibilities of this role include shooting, editing, live shots, and newsgathering logistics. The successful candidate will be a visual storyteller with sound journalistic judgement.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

  • Demonstrates proficiency with ENG cameras and related newsgathering gear 
  • Adheres to multiple daily deadlines 
  • Delivers visual live shots 
  • Collaborates with reporters to share memorable stories 
  • Overcomes logistical challenges 

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

  • Local TV news photography experience and Avid Media Composer proficiency are preferred.  
  • Ability to lift and carry 50lbs of equipment and have a clean driving record. 

WHAT WE OFFER YOU: WHY YOU SHOULD WORK AT CMG

CMG is an industry-leading media company with dominant brands, award-winning content, and exceptional people – and you could be one of them! We are a start-up built on a 100-year history of blazing trails in the world of media. Over that time, our skilled journalists and storytellers have covered war and peace, tragedies and celebrations, small moments, and global movements.  We are relying on our longstanding experience and entrepreneurial mentality to build a media company that is modern, agile, and uniquely positioned for the future.

CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses include 14 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 54 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 11 markets; a Washington, DC news bureau; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations.

We offer rewarding and challenging careers that encourage growth and development. We take care of our people with industry-leading total rewards offerings that includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and accident insurance as well as, a best-in-class wellness program, 401(k) matching and time-off programs.

CMG may require proof of COVID-19 vaccination upon hire or during employment as a term and condition of employment unless otherwise prohibited by applicable law.

If this description fits and CMG sounds like a company you want to work for, we’d love to have you join us. Apply today!

Cox Media Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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