KWTV Helicopter Video Journalist

A Helicopter Video Journalist at New 9 helps drive the Ideal Team Player culture.

Job Summary: As a Helicopter Video Journalist, you will shoot and transmit aerial video of news, sports, and severe weather events displaying awareness of the elements of good photojournalism. You will ride in the station’s newsgathering helicopter and operate its onboard camera and transmitter system. You will produce and edit videos for television, station websites and social media. You may fill-in as a photojournalist or newscast editor if helicopter is unavailable.

Job Responsibilities:

• Operate the onboard camera and transmitter to broadcast aerials of news, sports and weather events.
• Record sound and pictures on video for broadcasts and all digital platforms, displaying awareness of the elements of good photojournalism.
• Apply editing skills for stories. Organize video for broadcasting and all digital platforms. Avoid potential technical problems. Work with other departments to ensure smooth presentation.
• Write news copy and travel to news scenes to cover stories as needed. Maintain awareness of current events.
• Use social media as part of daily story telling.
• Stay in contact with Assignment Desk throughout shift.
• Organizes video for news broadcasts.
• Maintains operational status of assigned equipment.
• The Helicopter Video Journalist assists the pilot in looking for other aircraft and hazards and points those out to the pilot. While on the ground, the HVJ watches for people approaching the aircraft and notifies the pilot.
• The HVJ may need to exit the helicopter while blades are in motion, to assist in providing ground safety. When departing or approaching the helicopter, always approach and depart in front of the helicopter where the pilot can see you.
• The HVJ should keep all equipment brought on board secured in flight.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned, including driving automobile for company business.

Job Schedule: This is a full-time position primarily working 40 hours per week. You may also be called upon at times to fill in other hours and days of the week to help cover vacations, illnesses, breaking news, severe weather, or special projects/events. This position is not eligible to work remotely. Travel without advance notice possible.