News Videographer and Multimedia Producer

Advanced Digital Media – owned by the Franklin News Foundation, publisher of The Center Square – is currently seeking a highly organized and creative professional to join our team as a News Videographer and Multimedia Producer in Springfield, Illinois. In this role, you will collaborate closely with our creative team to plan, shoot and edit engaging video content for our primary product, BlueRoomStream.com – often referred to as the "C-SPAN of Illinois." As a key member of our media production team, you will be responsible for ensuring the availability of recording equipment, directing camera operators, and editing footage to align with scripts provided by reporters, producers, or associate producers.

Responsibilities

• Shoot live and recorded video of news events, both on and off the Illinois Capitol grounds, for live feeds.
• Edit video material expertly to match scripts prepared by reporters, producers, or associate producers.
• Independently gather news content and contribute media content to BlueRoomStream.com and other digital platforms.
• Work closely with reporters to develop comprehensive stories, collaborating on the best production methods.
• Suggest story topics and pictorial essays to the Executive Producer.
• Set up remotes to transmit live from the scene and report back to the station.
• Troubleshoot networking and video routing issues during live events.
• Plan daily news coverage for BlueRoomStream.com and adjust plans accordingly to meet department needs.
• Collaborate with a high-functioning reporting team to ensure seamless communication and coordination.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• College degree desired.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience as a news or production photographer.
• At least 2 years of non-linear editing experience using Adobe Premiere.
• Experience with LiveU or TVU operation is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Valid Illinois driver's license and good driving record.
• Ability to work 8-hour shifts, 5 days a week, with flexibility for additional hours/days in a 24/7 operation.
• Ability to lift in excess of 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Professional video camera and audio operation experience for events on and off the Illinois Capitol grounds.
• Technical capabilities to stream high-definition video using encoders and remote transmission equipment.
• Expert in live video production and post-production editing.
• Adaptable to utilizing various professional media editing software.

We look forward to hearing from you

If you are a seasoned videographer with a passion for news production, technical expertise in live video streaming, and a knack for storytelling, we encourage you to apply for this challenging and rewarding position with Advanced Digital Media and contribute to the success of BlueRoomStream.com, the "C-SPAN of Illinois." Send resumé and cover letter to cmcneeley@americastalking.com.