Field Photographer

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox News Media

FOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.

JOB DESCRIPTION

FOX News is looking for an experienced Field Photographer to join our Washington, D.C., Bureau. In this role, you will cover breaking news and planned events domestically and internationally, collaborating with photographers, field technicians, satellite truck operators, engineers, producers, and reporters. The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently in fast-moving breaking-news environments, including protests, rallies, civil unrest, and conflict zones, using traditional ENG cameras. You must also be comfortable supporting high-end, multi-camera productions with full-frame cinematic cameras and professional lighting techniques. This physically demanding position requires long hours, extensive travel, weekend availability, and the ability to safely lift and transport heavy equipment.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate Sony ENG broadcast and cine cameras and manage file-based workflows
• Edit using Adobe Premiere
• Lead multi-camera and full-frame camera assignments
• Configure audio for single and multiple camera set-ups
• Operate LiveU and Starlink transmission systems
• Safely operate company-owned and rental vehicles

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• 5+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of skills and demonstrated experience.
• Strong video photography and non-linear editing experience
• Advanced lighting skills, including experience with long format shoots
• Working knowledge of field audio mixers and multi-camera audio routing
• Familiarity with streaming technologies and satellite newsgathering vehicles
• Willingness to train on satellite-camera crew vehicles and larger vehicles
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure breaking-news environment
• Flexibility to work across bureau, shooting, editing, and satellite-truck operations as needed
• Availability to travel extensively and deploy on short notice for a 24-hour news operation, including overtime and weekends
• A valid driver's license, clean driving record, and valid passport; CDL preferred

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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.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $44.00-57.69 per hour. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits 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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