Photojournalist - Spectrum Bay News 9

About the role

As a Photojournalist at Spectrum News, you’ll work closely with a team of journalists to produce high-quality, engaging newscasts. Your primary responsibility is to capture compelling visuals that enhance the storytelling process.

Responsibilities

• Shoot and edit television news footage using ENG/SNG/Satellite vehicles and bonded cellular streaming.
• Use the latest technology to tell character-driven stories and connect with viewers across various platforms.
• Collaborate with the team to develop and execute story ideas, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Work independently and alongside a supportive team to deliver impactful content.
• Travel to different locations to gather footage for stories.

Requirements

• Experience: Shooting and editing television news footage - 5+ years
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field, or comparable television work experience
• Technical Skills: Operation of ENG/SNG/Satellite vehicles and bonded cellular streaming
• Skills: Knowledge of how to clearly communicate solutions; ability to relate to populations and ages
• Abilities: Positive attitude and eagerness to solve problems, lifting and carrying up to 100 pounds, ability to distinguish colors and discern sounds
• Travel Ability: Must be open to travel to discover the important stories in your neighborhood and willing to interact with the community
• Schedule: Ability to work different shifts, be flexible with schedule changes and able to cover stand-by responsibilities when assigned
• Valid driver's license for authorized driving in the state of residence

Qualifications

• Experience: Shooting and editing television news footage - 5+ years
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field, or comparable television work experience
• Technical Skills: Operation of ENG/SNG/Satellite vehicles and bonded cellular streaming
• Skills: Knowledge of how to clearly communicate solutions; ability to relate to populations and ages
• Abilities: Positive attitude and eagerness to solve problems, lifting and carrying up to 100 pounds, ability to distinguish colors and discern sounds
• Travel Ability: Must be open to travel to discover the important stories in your neighborhood and willing to interact with the community
• Schedule: Ability to work different shifts, be flexible with schedule changes and able to cover stand-by responsibilities when assigned
• Valid driver's license for authorized driving in the state of residence

Benefits

Spectrum News offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support all aspects of your well-being. This includes health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more details, please refer to the company’s official benefits page.

Pay

Details on compensation will be provided during the interview process.

Schedule

Flexibility with shifts and the ability to cover stand-by responsibilities is required.