Professional Freelancer

• Type:Open Competitive
• Salary/Pay Rate:$25.00 per hour, 10-20 hours per week
• Posted Date:08/13/2021

Department:  City Council

Affiliation:  Non-union Elected/Appointed

FLSA:  Non-exempt

FIELD SHOOTER

Duties: Freelancers will be send out on assignment (either on their own or with reporter/on-air talent) to capture content for news packages or cover press conferences. 

Requirements: Experience with ENG or DSLR Camera operation, sound recording and tripod. Mic guests as needed. Knowledge of electronic news gathering. Ability to problem solve under pressure.

CONTROL ROOM

Duties: Freelancers will be called in to work in our control room for city council/committee meeting as well as live studio productions. 

Requirements: Knowledge of Studio Television Production. Experience with robotic cameras, Ross Graphite Production System, and Intercom Systems is preferred. Ability to work in a team environment. Ability to problem solve under pressure. Technical proficiency is a plus. 

JOURNALIST/REPORTER 

Duties: Freelancers will write news stories for WITN22.org based on assignments determined by WITN staff, as well as through leads they generate. 

Requirements: Journalism/Broadcast experience preferred. Proficiency in news gathering. Ability to write in a clear and engaging way, conduct interviews, think quickly, and respond appropriately in high pressure situations. Knowledge of local issues and current events affecting Wilmington is preferred. 

EDITOR 

Duties: Freelancers will edit news packages and programs on an as needed basis for WITN 22. 

Requirements: Experience with using Final Cut Pro X. Ability to effectively tell a story through video, sound, and graphics. Ability to problem solve under pressure.

Possession of a valid driver’s license with a good driving record. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. 2 or more years of television production or related experience preferred. Bilingual is a plus (English and Spanish), but not required.

Must pass a criminal background investigation, pre-employment physical, and drug test.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Please refer to Employee Benefits page for more information. Limited services positions are temporary as such not eligible for most benefits.