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D Haley
Don
Haley
48573 Harley Loop
Detroit
MI
+1 (555) 323 0524
48573 Harley Loop
Detroit
MI
Phone
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+1 (555) 323 0524
Experience
Experience
Phoenix, AZ
News Photographer
Phoenix, AZ
Grimes Inc
Phoenix, AZ
News Photographer
- Self-starter, independent worker, team player
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Sets up, composes and executes video shots
- Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter and a link to show previous work
- Work flexible hours (nights, weekends and holidays)
- Work independently as well as in concert with other members. Of the WCVB news team
- A strong work ethic
Boston, MA
News Photographer / Editor
Boston, MA
Schiller Group
Boston, MA
News Photographer / Editor
- Working with producers to ensure their creative vision is executed with vivid video and natural sound
- Meeting daily deadlines in a high-energy working environment
- Work early mornings and occasionally nights and weekends
- Performing satellite operations using our satellite van(s)
- Driving and operating microwave units to perform live shots
- Work daily with a news reporter to cover news events in the market
- Develop news sources for general assignment and special areas of interest
present
Los Angeles, CA
News Photographer / Reporter
Los Angeles, CA
Flatley LLC
present
Los Angeles, CA
News Photographer / Reporter
present
- Works quickly and efficiently
- Work with reporters on packages, special reports and documentaries
- Develop sources and generate story ideas
- Put together high quality packages
- Shoot and track news stories
- Shoot live shots and live interviews
- Shoot stories for reporters
Education
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Self
Bachelor’s Degree in Self
Seton Hall University
Bachelor’s Degree in Self
Skills
Skills
- Knowledge of and proficiency in posting content to station's Web sites
- Adaptable and flexible with ability to shift focus in fast-paced, high-pressure environment
- A strong work ethic and a great attitude
- Basic knowledge of panasonic cameras
- Possess excellent people skills, a strong work ethic
- Operates portable microwave gear, Wi-Fi and Fiber Optic remotes for news broadcasts
- Solid computer and file management skills
- Ability to conduct interviews
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Ability to edit and shoot investigative stories
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Through the creative use of the camera, and proficient lighting and editing skills, will provide the viewer with a story on a given topic
- Respond quickly to breaking news while taking direction and interacting with the assignment desk, reporters/anchors, production, control room, and appropriate NBC personnel
- Minimum 5 years experience shooting video and knowledge of live remote capabilities in a Broadcast station
- Minimum 5 years experience operating communication tools and staying connected with the assignment constituencies (i.e. use of email software, cell phone, messaging tools, etc.)
- Minimum 5 years experience editing stories
- 5 years Photography/editing experience in a medium or major market TV News station
- Knowledge of P2 cameras and Edius Pro edit systems
- Knowledge of wireless newsgathering technology
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Minimum 5 years of experience in News camera/field photography
- Must be Proficient in the Panasonic P2 workflow
- Must be able to operate a microwave truck
- Must understand File Transfer Protocol workflows
- Must be fluent in Spanish read and write
- Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com
- Willing to work in Aurora, CO
- Degree in broadcast journalism/Production
- Excellent photographer in Newsgathering sense, News production, station promotions and other general station projects as assigned
- Work independently and capture informative and reliable newsgathering pictures and audio for broadcast
- Solve technical issue in the field
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Responsible for shooting and editing all elements of news stories for daily newscasts (Un Nuevo Dia, Al Rojo Vivo and Noticiero Nacional). Stories will also be assigned for series, special reports and long form content. Through the creative use of HD camera and expert lighting, the ideal candidate will be an integral part of the story-telling process, assisting reporter and producer in the pre and post production process
- Maintain equipment in good working condition at all times
- 5 years minimum experience in field camera, editing work and lighting work
- Able to follow direction from assignment desk, reporter and producer
- Able to assist and/or do live transmissions via satellite trucks or local microwave
- Ability to react quickly and urgently to breaking news stories
- Ability to communicate and effectively work well with people under pressure
- Must be available to travel domestically and internationally with minimal notice
- Good overall knowledge of the Hispanic community
- Strong computer/technical background and ability to trouble shoot under pressure
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Photograph and edit news stories, special events and live shots
- Operate ENG cameras and editing equipment
- Operate ENG microwave live van, setting up live shots
- Operate Station vehicles
- Understand the use of lighting, photographic, audio and editing techniques as required in news production
- Shoot video in news helicopter
- Ability to work effectively with reporter
- Photograph and edit news stories, special events and live shots
- Operate ENG cameras and editing equipment
- Operate ENG microwave live van, setting up live shots
- Operate station vehicles
- Understand the use of lighting, photographic, audio and editing techniques as required in news production
- Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter and a link to show previous work
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News Photographer / Editor Resume Examples & Samples
- Covering assigned stories/shoots and editing stories using NPAA style
- Maximizing the use of natural sound to make stories compelling and engaging to viewers
- Meeting a daily deadline
- Driving and operating microwave units to perform live shots
- Performing satellite operations using our satellite van(s)
- Availability and the ability to serve “on-call” rotation
- Ability to work extended hours during breaking news and weather coverage
- Ability to work closely with co-workers to produce an excellent news product
- Must serve as a show editor when needed, editing and recording news feed we well as routing and recording various satellite and microwave sources; and
- Knowledge of newsroom operations is a plus
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Solid Newscast Photography
- Shooting and Editing
- Ability to work any shift
- Contribute on-line with posting videos, photos, and stories daily
- Valid Driver’s License and good Driving Record
- Extensive experience in covering breaking news in a live setting
- Efficient Operation on ENG trucks and TVU Live Backpacks
- Tech Savvy
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Shoot/edit stories on tight deadlines
- Safely drive and operate ENG and SNG trucks
- Properly maintain assigned camera, support equipment, vehicle
- Clean, valid driver license
- Ability to conduct interviews
- Self-starter, independent worker, team player
- Broadcast news photography experience
- Non-linear editor experience
- Exposure to ENG and SNG vehicles/operations
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Shooting & editing video
- Skilled in non-linear and linear editing techniques
- Non-linear and linear editing techniques
- Experience running ENG microwave trucks
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News Photographer / Editor Resume Examples & Samples
- Participate in story and planning meetings
- Work early mornings and occasionally nights and weekends
- Demonstrated ability to help develop visual content
- Some experience with web and mobile content creation
- Experience in social media
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News Photographer / Reporter Resume Examples & Samples
- Shoot high quality video and gather information for newscasts that could include mornings, nights and weekends. Variable shift possible
- Put together high quality packages
- Coverage of breaking news and sports
- Develop sources and generate story ideas
- Shoot live shots and live interviews
- Shoot and track news stories
- Shoot stories for reporters
- Edit video and packages for newscasts
- Ability to edit in the field
- Send back video and pictures from the field
- Excellent photography and editing skills
- Good personality. Must connect with viewers
- Good writing and packaging skills
- Must be able to provide samples of reporting and photography
- Ability to shoot and edit high quality video
- Ability to carry camera gear and set up live shots
- At least one year television news reporting, photography and editing
- Breaking news coverage
- Live news coverage
- Creative writer and packager
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News Photographer / Editor Resume Examples & Samples
- Two to three year’s television photography and editing experience, which includes shooting and editing daily news stories using Adobe Premier Pro
- Must have a valid driver’s license and a safe driving history
- Must be able to lift and carry between 40 to 70 pounds of equipment
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Shoot and edit multiple stories each day
- Produce and light live shots
- Feed all of WCVB's digital platforms
- Work collaboratively with reporters to tell the best stories possible
- Required to lift and move production gear weighing up to 50 lbs
- Experience using adobe editing software
- Experience operating ENG, SNG and TVU backpacks
- Extraordinary photojournalism skills
- 5 years of experience in a medium to large market
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TV News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Shooting videotape on news stories from the field
- Editing video on Adobe Premier including in-field editing
- Running live shots with a variety of live gear
- Able to work under deadline pressure
- Experience with video photography and a knowledge of basic photography skills including composition, sequencing and lighting techniques
- Adobe Premiere editing experience (or other comparable non-linear system) preferred
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News Photographer / Editor Resume Examples & Samples
- Work daily with a news reporter to cover news events in the market
- Shoot and edit news on Adobe Premier
- Operate ENG truck to cover news live from a scene
- 1-2 years shooting and editing experience at a commercial television station
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Editor / News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Operates Live Trucks
- Completes photography assignments including, but not limited to, shooting and editing
- 65% Functions as an Editor- edits and handles various duties in ENG editing
- 5% Sets-up and operates ENG truck as assigned with complete knowledge of live truck safety procedures and issues
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Experience running a microwave vehicle and using live backpack technology is a must
- Must have two years of ENG experience with a network affiliate news organization
- At least one year of shooting experience and technical knowledge of editing and photo equipment
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Be able to work under tight deadlines
- Must have valid driver’s license, good driving record and be able to operate ENG news vehicles
- Ability to edit and shoot general assignment stories, lives shots, and natural sound packages
- Must be able to lift and carry between 25 and 50 pounds on a regular basis
- Two years of ENG experience with a network affiliate news organization
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News Photographer / Editor Resume Examples & Samples
- Working knowledge of contemporary television newsroom systems, including JVC Pro HD cameras, Edius or Avid editing software, ENG and SNG truck operations
- Unlimited ability to lift up to 40 pounds, carry news cameras and associated equipment, as needed
- Ability to work in a variety of schedules, including nights and weekends
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Aggressiveness and the demonstrated ability to produce good stories under tight deadlines
- Ability to operate ENG news vehicles
- At least one year of shooting experience
- Technical knowledge of editing and photo equipment
- The ability to lift and carry between 25 and 50 pounds on a regular basis
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Must have valid driver’s license and be able to operate ENG news vehicles, have at least one year of shooting experience, and technical knowledge of editing and photo equipment
- Must have strong editing skills in non-linear edit systems, possess excellent people skills, a strong work ethic, and a great attitude
- Must have passion for story telling which is absolutely essential in this position
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Five (5) years local television news production experience required
- Four (4) year college degree with emphasis on advertising/marketing/television production preferred
- Must be bilingual – Spanish/English
- Excellent organization, communication, and editing skills are necessary
- Extensive shooting and lighting knowledge
- Experience in field production, Final Cut Pro, Edious and Adobe Creative Suite 6
- Ability to create and integrate motion graphics
- Extensive digital media knowledge
- Ability to operate news studio and control room. Switcher, studio lights, audio board, studio cameras and prompter
- Audio and mixing experience for audio sweetening
- Compositing and keying experience
- Coordinate and manage equipment with freelance photographers
- Maintain production van maintenance needs
- Work with other departments for special production or equipment needs
- The ability to meet tight deadlines and handle multiple projects is essential
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Ability to edit and shoot general assignment stories, lives shots and natural sound packages
- Strong editing skills in non-linear edit systems
- Excellent people skills
- A strong work ethic and a great attitude
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News Photographer / Live Truck Operator Resume Examples & Samples
- Shoot video and sound for stories as assigned
- Crisp, clean, compelling editing skills
- Operate Live ENG Truck/TVU
- Post video and pictures to multiple digital platforms
- Familiarity with helicopter photography is a plus!
- Exceptional problem solving skills
- At least two years of relevant work experience
- Ability to work well under very strict deadlines
- Familiar with Adobe Premier Editing
- Familiarity with Satellite Trucks
- A valid driver’s license and clean driving record
- Ability to carry at least 50 pounds of equipment
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- The willingness to work the overnight shift
- The ability to work with and communicate well with law enforcement officers
- Able to produce creative live shots in adverse weather conditions
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Shoot live news footage
- Edit footage for news packages
- Operate ENG truck, setting up and shooting live shots
- Must have knowledge of contemporary lighting techniques, understand use of professional audio equipment and be able to edit on Adobe Premier and use BitCentral video system
- Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record
- Must be able to lift and carry between 25-50 pounds on a regular basis, be responsible for equipment and able to troubleshoot minor equipment problems
- Must be able to fly in a helicopter to cover news
- Minimum two years experienced in news photography
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Participate in daily story and planning meetings
- Shoot and edit content for all WGAL platforms
- Plan and execute active live shots
- Work a variety of shifts including nights and weekends
- Some experience in a broadcast television newsroom is preferred but entry level candidates will be considered
- Demonstrated ability to use shot sequencing and natural sound in story telling
- An understanding of lighting techniques in a variety of environments
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Should be able to handle multiple daily assignments
- Work independently as well as in concert with other members. Of the WCVB news team
- Ability to work/multitask under pressure
- Work flexible hours (nights, weekends and holidays)
- Required to lift and move production weighing up to an occasionally 50 lbs
- At the very minimum you must have significant experience shooting, editing, and safely running ENG/SNG trucks
- Requires experience shooting news in a medium to large market
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News Photographer / Editor Resume Examples & Samples
- Working with the Assignment Desk and Reporters to cover daily stories
- Gathers video and still pictures for digital platforms
- Working with producers to ensure their creative vision is executed with vivid video and natural sound
- Will produce and publish content to our online platforms
- Can organize and prioritize
- Ability to work under pressure, making quick decisions
- Experience shooting video in a television newsroom
- Must have computer and software experience
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- 35% - Photographs news, weather, and sports materials (including documentaries)
- 20% -Performs creative editing of news, weather, and sports materials (including documentaries)
- 10% -Sets up and operates lighting equipment
- 10% - Operates ENG van and associated equipment
- 10% -Transmits and records news, weather and sports video and/or audio feeds, including ENG feeds
- 5% - Photographs and edits promotion and public service material
- 5% - Performs limited news gathering functions
- 5% - Performs minor repairs of ENG equipment and cameras
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Must be able to operate ENG news vehicles, have at least three years of shooting experience, and technical knowledge of editing and video equipment
- Responsibilities will involve editing, shooting general assignment stories, liveshots and natural sound packages
- Team player; is flexible with scheduling and shows great initiative
- Must be able to gather news, shoot video and edit your stories with or without a reporter
- Knowledge of local and national news is a plus
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Covering specialized consumer content, day-to-day news stories and long-term assignments
- Maintain assigned photography gear and vehicles and operate in a safe manner
- One year of daily TV news photography is required
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News Photographer / Editor Resume Examples & Samples
- Shooting and editing video for on-air newscasts and digital postings
- Working with the Assignment Desk and newscast producers to cover daily news stories
- Gathering video and still pictures for digital platforms
- Working with reporters to ensure excellent visual storytelling
- Ability to learn how to run a microwave live van and work with backpack live units
- Ability to carry up to 50 pounds of equipment
- Ability to work in all weather conditions
- Must have a valid driver's license and a nearly perfect driving record
- Ability to work under pressure and make quick decisions on deadline
- Prior experience with videography and non-linear editing software preferred
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Ability to produce engaging and creative visusals for all stories
- Field Lighting experience
- Avid Experience
- After Effects experience
- NPPA Member who enters quarterly contests
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Shoot news video in a field environment, working with a reporter on visual stories that are well-composed, well-lit and interesting
- Edit Video on non-linear editing software
- Be able to be trained on setting up live shots with both backpack and bonded cellular equipment and microwave vans
- Previous non-linear editing experience preferred
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News Photographer / Editor Resume Examples & Samples
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record
- Demonstrates ability to tell compelling stories through pictures and sound
- Solid understanding of basic field operations, including skills in photojournalism, lighting and sound
- Unlimited ability to lift up to 40 pounds, carry news cameras and associated equipment as needed
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- 1 year minimum related experience preferred
- Adaptable and flexible with ability to shift focus in fast-paced, high-pressure environment
- Must be team oriented and have a successful past working in a team environment
- Excellent organization and time management skills
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Breaking News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Capture and edit visual content for multiple platforms
- Work closely with newsroom personnel to create and develop news stories
- Responsible for operating various news gathering equipment, including but not limited to microwave live truck, video camera, and video editing equipment
- Drive and operate a Satellite News Gathering (SNG) truck with multiple uplink (analog and digital) and multi-camera production capability
- Maintain satellite uplink logs and reports as required by law
- Utilize graphics software packages for enhanced editing and appealing visual content
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Strong video editing skill set
- Ability to lift 25+ pounds
- Knowledge of the community a plus
- Must have a great attitude
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Minimum 2 year college degree
- Basic knowledge of panasonic cameras
- Knowledge and demonstration of creativity
- Ability to work well with Directors, Producers, and Talent
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News Photographer / Editor Resume Examples & Samples
- Participate in editorial discussions and suggest story ideas
- Operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations
- Occasionally appear live on camera or use live or taped voice-overs on all platforms covering news events
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- 35%-Photographs news, weather, and sports materials (including documentaries)
- 20%-Performs creative editing of news, weather, and sports materials (including documentaries). 10%-Sets up and operates lighting equipment
- 10%-Operates ENG van and associated equipment
- 10%-Transmits and records news, weather and sports video and/or audio feeds, including ENG feeds
- 5%-Photographs and edits promotion and public service material
- 5%-Performs limited newsgathering functions
- 5%-Performs minor repairs of ENG equipment and cameras
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Shoots video for news reports
- Edits video, sound and other elements into a compelling story
- High School diploma, but a college degree in a related field preferred
- Minimum three years’ experience as a photographer in a news environment
- Solid computer and file management skills
- Flexibility to work any shift including night and weekends. Must be willing to work overtime
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Shoots and edits video for news reports solo and with reporters
- Conducts interviews, gathers information in the field
- Operates TVU, microwave and satellite trucks in live remote situations
- Utilizes mobile technology to post to station digital and social media sites
- Bachelor's Degree in Photography/Communications, or equivalent combination of education and work related experience
- Minimum one year experience working in news photography with linear editing required
- Fluency in English; excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to work extended hours, as needed
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News Photographer Resume Examples & Samples
- Conduct interviews, gathers information in the field
- Operates TVU and microwave trucks in live remote situations
- Ensures station compliance with rules and regulations applicable to FCC, local, state and federal laws
- Bachelor’s degree in Photography/Communications, or equivalent combination of education and work related experience
