Photographer I, News

The News Photographer operates television or video cameras to record images or scenes for news reports.

• Cover general news assignments in a fast-paced newsgathering environment, utilizing electronic video camera, cell phone, editing equipment, and other equipment that may be relevant to a story

• Strong understanding of various media formats and camera equipment

• Operate live ENG remote newsgathering equipment

• Ability to work overtime, extra hours

• Ability to work several different shifts

• Ability to work in all types of weather conditions

• Ability to be available in the event of breaking news

• Ability to respond quickly to breaking news

• Requirements & Skills:

• Fluency in English

• High School diploma

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

• Minimum two years’ experience operating video recording equipment (More for larger markets and less for smaller markets)

• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment

• Proficiency with video recording equipment

• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

• Flexibility to work any shift

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Willingness to cross-train in other areas of news operations as needed
• Availability to work weekends, holidays, and irregular hours as job requires
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs of equipment
• Clean motor vehicle record, ability to drive, proof of insurance

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• College degree preferred
• Online link to work samples, including videography and editing preferably in a news setting
• No still photography