FOX
News Photographer (R50027546)
FOX, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox TV Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment, and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor, and advertiser demand for the FOX Network's national content. JOB DESCRIPTION
WFLD Chicago Fox 32 has an immediate opening for freelance photographers for our news broadcast(s). The candidate will shoot and edit spot news, feature stories, and sports. They will also perform LiveU and ENG microwave shots from in and around the Chicago area. The candidate must be a high-caliber news photographer with a minimum of 3-5 years' experience. A Bachelor's degree in Communications or a related field is preferred. The candidate must be able to lift over fifty (50) pounds of equipment, walk carrying a tripod, batteries, and LiveU backpack. They must be willing to work in extreme hot/cold weather conditions and be available to work weekends, holidays, and overnights. The individual must also work well with the Assignment Desk, Writers, and Reporters. This position necessitates travel and working overtime (regular 40-hour work week). Knowledge of the Chicago area is preferred. Employees must show proof of a valid driver's license and be able to work within the NABET CBA. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law. At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company's success. We ensure that our viewers, communities, and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on-screen and off.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with the final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location, is $33.31-49.91 per hour. We provide medical/dental/vision insurance and 401k after they meet eligibility criteria and any State required time-off, in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for union-represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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Fox TV Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment, and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor, and advertiser demand for the FOX Network's national content. JOB DESCRIPTION
WFLD Chicago Fox 32 has an immediate opening for freelance photographers for our news broadcast(s). The candidate will shoot and edit spot news, feature stories, and sports. They will also perform LiveU and ENG microwave shots from in and around the Chicago area. The candidate must be a high-caliber news photographer with a minimum of 3-5 years' experience. A Bachelor's degree in Communications or a related field is preferred. The candidate must be able to lift over fifty (50) pounds of equipment, walk carrying a tripod, batteries, and LiveU backpack. They must be willing to work in extreme hot/cold weather conditions and be available to work weekends, holidays, and overnights. The individual must also work well with the Assignment Desk, Writers, and Reporters. This position necessitates travel and working overtime (regular 40-hour work week). Knowledge of the Chicago area is preferred. Employees must show proof of a valid driver's license and be able to work within the NABET CBA. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law. At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company's success. We ensure that our viewers, communities, and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on-screen and off.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with the final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location, is $33.31-49.91 per hour. We provide medical/dental/vision insurance and 401k after they meet eligibility criteria and any State required time-off, in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for union-represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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