Fox News is looking for a Field Photographer for our Dallas Bureau. You will cover breaking news and planned events, both in the US and abroad. The Field Photographer will work with a dedicated team comprising of other field photographers, technical crews, satellite truck operators, engineers, field producers, and reporters.
The Freelance Field Photographer must be comfortable covering breaking news as a one-person team, as well as handling the complexities of covering protests, uprisings, political gatherings, and conflicts in hostile regions using traditional ENG cameras. Equally important is the candidate's proficiency in large-scale productions involving multi-camera setups with full-sensor cinematic cameras, and the lighting techniques associated with high-end productions.
This shift includes working on one or both weekend days, (Saturday and/or Sunday).
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
In-depth knowledge of Panasonic & Sony ENG cameras and file workflow operations
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Adobe Premier editing
Lead Multi-camera assignments
Full-frame camera assignments
Configure audio for single and multiple camera set-ups
FTP, LiveU, BGAN operations
Perform satellite, microwave, fiber, and truck transmissions/operations
Safely driving company-owned and rental vehicles
Extensive, last-minute travel for breaking news
Nonstandard work schedule, including overtime and weekends
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
5+ years of professional experience in the field
Strong lighting skills and experience with long-format shoots
The flexibility and speed to work in a high-stress, breaking news environment
Versatile and prepared to work in the bureau one day, shoot and edit the next, and operate an easy-to-use auto-acquisition satellite truck the 3rd day
Extensive travel and the ability to deploy at a moment's notice to support the demands of a 24-hour news operation
Working knowledge of field audio mixers
Ability to mix and route audio for multiple camera shoots
Proficient in mixing Live remotes with IFB communications
Experience with video photography and non-linear video editing
Experience with lighting techniques
Familiar with streaming technologies, satellite news-gathering vehicles
Willingness to be trained on a transmitting satellite camera crew vehicle
Valid Driver's License and Passport
A clean driving record
To own a camera package (specifics will be provided during the interview) for rent
Flexible work schedule to adapt to a 24-hour news organization, including overtime and weekends
Willing and available to travel last minute frequently
Drone experience/Part 107/CDL are pluses
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