WCNY, Central New York’s own member-supported public broadcasting station, is an exciting, cutting-edge multimedia company leveraging TV, radio, social media, and print and was the proud winner of the CenterState CEO 2014 Business of the Year award in the nonprofit category. WCNY reaches 19 counties and nearly 2 million people with content that inspires, educates, and entertains.
WCNY provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Our Human Resource department reviews every application. Unfortunately, because of the high volume of applications we receive, we cannot guarantee a response to everyone. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
You can also mail your cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to:
Human Resources
WCNY TV/WCNY-FM
415 W. Fayette St.
Syracuse, NY 13204
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DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION
WCNY is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Our people are the most valuable resource we have. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, inventiveness, self-expression, unique capabilities, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our reputation and WCNY’s achievement as well. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique – and our organization stronger.
The station is committed to having employees and programming that reflect the diverse environment of Central New York. The region covers a range of counties that include rural, urban, and suburban towns, villages, and cities. Across the region, the population is approximately 84% White, 6% Black, 4 % Asian, 4% Hispanic and 2% other. The median range is between 36 years old and 43 years old, depending on the county, and the area has a refugee and immigrant community that is growing, and strong LGBQT and veteran populations.
WCNY’s diversity initiatives are applicable, but not limited to, to our practices and policies on recruitment and selection; compensation and benefits; professional development and training; promotions; transfers; social and recreational programs; layoffs; terminations; and the ongoing development of a work environment built on the premise of gender and diversity equity that encourages:
• Respectful communication and cooperation between all employees.
• Teamwork and employee participation, permitting the representation of all groups and employee perspectives.
• Employer and employee contributions to the communities we serve to promote a greater understanding and respect for the diversity of the region we serve.
WCNY is an equal employment opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. As such, WCNY is committed to providing a work environment that is free of all forms of unlawful harassment, discrimination, and retaliation.
About us
WCNY is committed to public communication in the service of our diverse region, using television, FM radio, community FM podcasts, live streaming, events, and social media. As Central New York’s PBS, we broadcast quality national programming alongside original, award-winning local content. Through educational outreach, including programs like Enterprise America, we empower marginalized populations—enhancing quality of life, driving economic growth, and expanding job opportunities across our 19‑county area, which includes nearly 1.8 million people. Our dual mission is to educate and uplift through inclusive storytelling and community engagement.
WCNY is seeking a talented Videographer/Editor to join their team. The ideal candidate will have experience in shooting and editing video content across various media formats. Responsibilities include creating high-quality video content for clients, such as commercials, corporate videos, and promotional materials. A keen eye for detail and a passion for crafting compelling visual stories are essential for success in this role.
This opportunity is ideal for creative professionals looking to contribute to a mission-driven organization poised for significant growth and innovation in the media landscape.
Responsibilities:
– Incorporates best practices regarding confidentiality into all job duties and communications in accordance with WCNY policies and procedures.
– Capture and edit video footage for various projects.
– Set up and operate cameras, lights, and other equipment.
– Manage audio recordings and sound effects.
– Ensure quality control of all video and audio recordings.
– Edit footage to create a cohesive story.
– Create special effects, titles, and graphics for videos.
– Operates studio cameras, teleprompter, and other control room equipment as assigned.
– Encode and output videos for online video hosting, video sharing, and social networking sites
– Maintain all equipment and accessories used for production in the studio and on location
– Work with the Studio Supervisor to build and light sets.
– Adhere to WCNY regular assigned TV production scheduled hours
– Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor and the president.
Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
– Strong knowledge of HD cameras, lighting and audio equipment, and related accessories.
– Familiar with production workflows, principals of videography, cinematography, editing, encoding, and output
– Ability to use both Mac and Windows platform computers, software, and peripherals
– Proficient with Adobe Suite and Final Cut Professional utilizing techniques such as assembling shots, applying transitions, creating titles and graphics, adding voiceovers and music
– Meticulous and creativity skills
– Excellent people skills
– Ability to work under pressure and deliver time sensitive projects
Education and Experience:
– Associate degree in Electronic Media or TV/Radio Production.
– Understanding of lighting and set design.
– Understanding of story creation and information gathering.
– Interpersonal, written, verbal, presentation, and communication.
– Focus on delivering results and team success.
– Reliable Transportation required
– Basic knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, Photoshop).
– Problem-solving.
Physical Requirements:
– Prolonged periods of standing or sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
– Must be able to lift to lighting grid using a ladder or a forklift and move up to 75lbs occasionally.
Job Classification
Non -Exempt hourly – 30 hours weekly; occasional evenings and weekends expected for meetings.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 per week
Benefits:
– 401(k)
– Dental insurance
– Employee assistance program
– Flexible schedule
– Flexible spending account
– Health insurance
– Health savings account
– Life insurance
– Paid time off
– Parental leave
– Professional development assistance
– Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
