Political Photojournalist

About the role

WBFF/WNUV is seeking a full-time Political Photographer with a passion for local and national government coverage.

Responsibilities

• Cover local Baltimore City and Maryland politics
• Engage in in-depth investigative assignments
• Document the 90-day legislative session
• Edit HD footage using Adobe suite
• Create text-on-screen graphics and manipulate documents
• Work under tight deadlines producing good stories
• Operate ENG news vehicles and carry up to 50 pounds
• Perform sit-down interviews with multiple cameras

Requirements and Qualifications

• At least one year of shooting experience and technical knowledge of editing and photography equipment
• Team-player capable of producing stories under tight deadlines
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Strong editing skills in non-linear edit systems
• Understanding of creating text-on-screen graphics and document manipulation
• Excellent people skills and a strong work ethic
• A great attitude
• A keen understanding of editing vertical videos and social media posts
• A strong interest in growing in political reporting

Pay

The hourly compensation range for this role is $24.52 to $28.85. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

Benefits

• Participation in a retirement plan
• Quarterly and annual incentive plan bonuses
• Life and disability insurance
• Health, dental, and vision plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• 15 paid vacation days
• 2 paid personal days
• 9 paid holidays
• 40 hours of paid sick leave
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan

About Us

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.

About The Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility, and a strong desire to see you succeed.