Photojournalist

Responsibilities

• Gather exciting video and sound to tell compelling television news stories
• Maintain and be responsible for all station gear
• Maintain a station vehicle
• Understand the editing process and all the technical aspects of Adobe Premier and editing software
• Use creative graphic and production techniques to enhance stories
• Operate and maintain Dejero equipment for live daily newscasts
• Work independently and use solid judgment on all stories, images and sound that is used within a news story
• React to breaking news quickly and efficiently
• Work in tandem with station talent to develop story ideas and generate creative ideas for individual stories
• Work efficiently under multiple deadlines on a daily basis
• Understand ethical and legal issues concerning stories and use appropriate journalistic guidelines
• Work respectfully with others, including, but not limited to news managers, reporters, editors, anchors, engineers and producers
• Be able to talk about breaking news stories live on air as needed
• Able to shoot, edit, and track packages is a plus

  Requirements

  • BS/BA or equivalent degree in journalism or related field
  • Physically able to carry a minimum of 25 pounds of equipment
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Working knowledge of cameras and Mac Book computers
  • Strong people skills
  • Self-starter and self-motivated to work with a diverse group of people
  • Able to handle stressful situations and deadlines
  • Able to work assigned shifts which may include nights, weekends and overnights