Job Posting Title:
6abc/WPVI - Video Journalist
Req ID:
Job Description:
Philadelphia's dominant news station is looking for a trailblazing, ahead-of-the-curve video journalist to join the Action News team. The successful candidate embraces new technology and is not afraid to use it. Must deliver impactful storytelling, utilize next-generation shooting techniques, and incorporate high-end craft editing, as well as a proven track record in the fast-paced, high-pressure environment of daily news gathering.
The ideal candidate is self-reliant and a creative photojournalist who is a team player with the resourcefulness to improvise and solve problems when necessary.
Responsibilities: - Shoot, produce, and edit video content in a fast-paced environment that is compelling and informative to our viewers.
- Collaborate with field reporters, content producers, and writers on the team to create visual pieces for all productions, including linear and digital platforms.
- Troubleshoot, proactively identify, and quickly resolve technical issues and inefficiencies.
- Facilitate, gather, and maintain digital assets and footage for all platforms.
Basic Qualifications:- A minimum of 3 years of ENG shooting and editing experience in a large or network-level television market
- Experience using P2 cameras
- Ability to edit in a fast-paced environment and create compelling content
- Ability to multitask, prioritize & manage tasks simultaneously
- Must be familiar with basic video and audio principles.
- Hours will vary depending on the needs of the news department, so flexibility to work a varied schedule is required.
- Candidates must have a valid driver's license to operate station vehicles
- The ability to lift and carry 30 lbs. of equipment to use during taped and live productions is required.
- Skilled in IP devices for live capabilities such as DEJERO & LIVEU.
- A working operational knowledge of microwave/broadband mobile units, streaming technology, and file transfer solutions is crucial.
Preferred Qualifications: - Demonstrated knowledge of Adobe Premiere non-linear editing is preferred.
- Prior experience supporting digital platforms is a plus.
Required Education - High School diploma or equivalent
Preferred Education - Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Studio Production, Journalism, or related field
The hiring range for this position in Philadelphia is $77,820 to $104,250 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
Job Posting Segment:
Disney Networks
Job Posting Primary Business:
Disney Networks All
Primary Job Posting Category:
Photojournalism - Owned Stations - 4-10
Employment Type:
Full time
Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Philadelphia, PA, USA
Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2026-08-06
