Part-Time News Videographer

Bloomington, Indiana
Indiana University
Department

RADIO-TELEVISION SERVICES (BL-RTVS-IUBLA)

Department Information

For more information on Radio-TV Services at Indiana University, please visit our website here.

Job Summary

The WTIU/WFIU Newsroom seeks a part-time videographer to join its converged news team.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Shoots and edits video for broadcast in WTIU newscasts and for distribution online.
• Covers events while fulfilling both the role of photographer and reporter; assignments must be completed by deadline for radio, TV and online.
• Produces daily and feature-length stories for broadcast on WFIU / WTIU and distribution online.
• Attends story meetings and pitches story ideas.
• Edits and delivers (through non-linear editing systems) finished HD video projects ready for broadcast in daily and weekly newscasts and for the web.
• Edits news clips including voiceovers, soundbites and packages for daily broadcast and online distribution.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in journalism, telecommunication, or a related field.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 1 year of experience in a broadcast and/or journalism field.

LICENSES

Required

• Valid driver’s license with the ability to be insured by Indiana University.

SKILLS

Required

• Knowledge and experience with broadcast quality video cameras, lighting kits, and simple audio packages.
• Knowledge and experience with Macintosh computers and Premiere non-linear editing systems.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced, 24/7/365 news environment.

Preferred

• Ability to work independently.
• Familiarity with public broadcasting.
• Experience with AVID editing software.

Working Conditions / Demands

Must be able to move about 30 pounds of equipment.

Additional Information

Applications are interviewed on a consistent basis (approx. biweekly) by the hiring manager. Selected candidates for interview will be asked to provide scheduling availability and other information as determined relevant by the News Bureau Chief (Broadcast Operations Leader).

If interested in talking with you more, the hiring manager will be reaching out directly. Please do not reach out to follow-up on your application with RTVS HR, the RTVS Administrative Team, or contacts within the RTVS News Team. We appreciate your patience.

Work Location

Bloomington, Indiana

Advertised Salary

$12.50 per hour.

Work Hours

Must be available to work some evenings and weekends on short notice.

Part-time employees at Indiana University may not work over 29 hours per week across all University-held positions.

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
• Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
• Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
• Additional supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition benefit for IU classes
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Part Time Employee

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Part Time Employee

Job Family: Part Time Employee
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Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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