Photographer I, News

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Gather and edit content elements for news video stories; including breaking news, severe weather, daily coverage, special reports, features, sports, and live events for multiple platforms, including television, online, and social media
• Produce NPPA-style video stories containing powerful video images, creative composition, solid lighting, video sequences, powerful natural sound, and compelling interviews
• Gather and verify information for stories through interviews, observation, and research
• React to and cover breaking news & weather with urgency and competitiveness while remaining conscious of personal, teammate, and public safety
• Collaborate with teammates (reporters, anchors, news managers, & others) to executed high-quality stories and projects under tight deadlines
• Ensure that all content produced meets company standards for journalistic integrity, timeliness, and production quality
• Contribute original, enterprise story ideas daily
• Produce special projects and other duties as assigned

Required & Preferred Capabilities

• Previous photojournalism experience preferred
• Strong awareness of news and current events needed
• Sound editorial judgment, journalism ethics, and working knowledge of media laws needed
• Ability to make sound decisions without direct supervision
• Ability to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines
• Work well under pressure --- ability to handle breaking news and last-minute changes with aplomb
• Low-to-zero call/approach reluctance --- ability to confidently engage with viewers, officials, those affected by stories, and others to cultivate story leads and information
• Professional savvy and collegial demeanor when interacting with colleagues and members of the public
• Excellent communication skills; verbal and written English fluency required
• Strong, candid knowledge of self & capabilities and display the willingness & ability to take action to learn, improve, and grow
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, photography, film, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience preferred

Technical Skills

• Mastery of broadcast-quality camera gear and other newsgathering equipment
• Strong non-linear video editing skills required and proficiency with Adobe Premiere video editing software preferred
• Operate TVU units, ENG vehicles, SNG vehicle, The Weather Beast storm-chase vehicle, and other live transmission and streaming equipment
• Valid driver’s license required for hire. A clean driving record is required and must be maintained to be able to safely & confidently operate company motor vehicles
• Make sure assigned company vehicles stay very clean, receive regular schedule maintenance, and get timely needed repairs
• Protect, operate, and maintain camera, microphones, computers, and other news gathering equipment
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, and other office equipment
• Familiarity with ENPS rundown and story management system preferred
• Knowledge of WordPress digital publishing preferred
• Familiarity with using social networking sites (i.e. Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, etc.) preferred
• FCC Part 107 drone license and previous UAS experience welcomed

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Must be able to stand, sit, reach, walk, and run
• Must be able to lift, set up and operate equipment or items weighing up to 60 pounds
• Position requires daily work outdoors, sometimes in extreme weather conditions
• Regular in-market and occasional out-of-town travel required
• Must be willing and able to work any shift as needed including overnights/early morning, days, nights, weekends, and holidays