SDSU Research Foundation · 2 weeks ago
KPBS Freelance Videojournalist
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$29.49/hr - $29.49/hr
2+ years expSDSU Research Foundation is seeking a Freelance Videojournalist for KPBS, the public television and radio station for San Diego. The role involves creating news content for TV, radio, and web, utilizing professional broadcast cameras and editing equipment, while collaborating with various news staff and adhering to ethical standards.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Using experienced news judgment; gather high-quality video and audio for stories in the field and in studio, primarily consisting of formal and informal interviews and gathering b-roll footage; may work with a reporter, producer or alone on short and long-form stories
Conduct live newsgathering and field editing from ENG satellite truck
Responsible for gathering and/or creating all aspects of production, including both hand-held and stationary shooting with a broadcast quality EFP or studio camera, audio and lighting package
Perform non-linear editing of video and audio, and produce graphics
Report for TV and radio broadcast, including writing broadcast scripts, recording voice-over tracks and writing web stories
Convert stories for web use and audio for radio use
Help teach reporters and producers how to shoot and edit their own packages as needed, and give feedback to reporters on shooting and editing
Coordinate the logging and archiving of b-roll and interviews
Actively engage in daily news planning meetings
Participate in pre-production development and planning and post-production analysis; critique sessions with program producers and directors, providing the technical expertise needed to maximize production effectiveness
Perform technical evaluation of program recordings to assure compliance with station and network technical standards
Other Duties and Responsibilities as Assigned
Qualification
Required
Ability to gather video and audio content for stories in the field and in studio, primarily consisting of formal and informal interviews and gathering b-roll footage
Ability to work with editors, producers, and reporters to plan how a story will be covered visually
Ability to use broadcast-quality cameras
Ability to perform non-linear editing of video and audio, and produce graphics
Ability to convert stories for web use and audio for radio use
Ability to meet daily deadlines
Ability to make timely and effective decisions in the field
Ability to communicate effectively with reporters, producers, and editors
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree and/or equivalent training and work in journalism
2 years of progressively responsible experience as videographer and/or video journalist
Preferred
Demonstrated experienced using video and audio recording equipment, still cameras, and audio & video editing software
Live shot experience with satellite or microwave truck
Knowledge of, any ability to, adhere to high ethical standards
Experience as a news journalist in TV and/or digital media
Experience in reporting research in a broadcast or print news/interview setting
Experience in creating content for online presentations
Experience in online production, including writing, editing, graphic design, HTML, photography and audio and video production
Benefits
Working on a college campus & in public media: Access to campus facilities and staff perks, weekly farmer's market, tons of eateries, community events, entertainment, etc.
Hybrid schedule/ remote work flexibility options (varies by position)
Enjoy a 'beautiful day in the neighborhood' with local employee discounts
Opportunity drawings to attend SDSU basketball games, local concerts and events
Free wellness classes & programs
Staff pop-up events
Sick leave accruals and paid leave options
On-site childcare at a discounted rate (based on availability)
Opportunities for continued learning and professional development
Employee assistance program
Voluntary retirement savings plan
Company
SDSU Research Foundation
SDSU Research Foundation (SDSURF) is a non-profit auxiliary organization chartered to further the educational, research, and community service objectives of San Diego State University (SDSU).
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Leslie Levinson
Chief Financial Officer
April Fox
HR Business Partner
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