SUMMARY: Responsible for going out in the field to shoot video and sound bites, to interview and obtain information in order to accurately and thoroughly report a story, and assist the reporters.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES
Video
• Shoots appropriate video and sound bites
• Checks equipment and notify ENG of equipment problems.
News Gathering
• Conducts interviews
• Gathers information.
• Determines best way to shoot the story
• Requires traveling to story location
• Driver’s License required
• Assists the news truck
• Assists reporters
Reports to Assignment Desk
• Relays information in the field back to the station
• Coordinates with assignment desk and producer.
• Logs in information and enters information into computer.
• Supports assignment editors
• Trains interns in the field
Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
College Degree with a major in journalism or communication preferred or equivalent experience.
EXPERIENCE
1-2 experience in news gathering or related field.
