Chief Photographer

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent media company in South Carolina is seeking a Chief Photographer to lead a team of photographers and Multimedia Journalists. The ideal candidate will inspire excellence, provide training on technical operations, and manage daily news gathering. Strong knowledge in television news photography, editing, and technical equipment is essential. This full-time role offers an opportunity to shape the visual storytelling of the news team while fostering a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• At least three years of television news photography and non-linear editing experience.
• Knowledge and experience with television news photography.
• Ability to work with reporters and meet news deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team of photographers and Multimedia Journalists.
• Provide constructive feedback on shooting and editing.
• Train staff on ENG truck and Live U operation.
• Assist News Director with hiring and scheduling.

Skills

Television news photography

Non-linear editing

Technical knowledge of SAT vehicles

Live U operation

AVID editing system

Job description

WCIV has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Chief Photographer to lead our staff of Photographers and Multimedia Journalists (MMJs). We are looking for a leader who knows how to tell great stories with video and sound, and can inspire excellence from the staff. Our Chief Photographer manages, evaluates, and develops a team of photographers and MMJs. Along with daily news gathering, the Chief Photographer is responsible for recruiting and training staff photographers and editors, and ensuring vehicle and equipment maintenance is being performed regularly.

Candidate must be able to perform the following:

• Provide constructive feedback on shooting and editing of videographer staff
• Train staff on ENG truck and Live U operation
• Assist News Director with hiring and scheduling of staff
• Maintain Avid system

Requirements:

• Must have at least three (3) years of television news photography and non-linear editing experience
• Must also be professional, organized, and highly motivated
• Knowledge and experience with television news photography is required
• Technical knowledge of SAT vehicles, LIVE U, and AVID editing is a must
• The ability to work with reporters and Multimedia Journalists, as well as independently be able to gather and meet news deadlines is required

While completing the online application, please include a recent web link of your work.

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.