Chief Photographer

Sacbar; Sacramento, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

KTXL Fox40 in Sacramento seeks a Chief Photographer to lead the day-to-day operations of the news photojournalist team, oversee equipment and technology, and support live news shoots.

The role requires a technical degree or equivalent experience, fluency in English, and at least five years of photography in television, including leadership responsibilities. Must hold a valid driver's license and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Requires a technical degree or equivalent experience in digital electronics, broadcasting or related field.
• Fluency in English and excellent communication skills are essential.
• Minimum five years' experience as a photographer in a television broadcasting environment, with leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the news photojournalist team including staff management.
• Plan staffing, training, and performance evaluations for photographers.
• Maintain all photography technology and equipment for the station, including station vehicles.
• Train and coach photographers and MMJ staff; assign projects and ensure logistics meet standards.
• Perform photographer duties as required and support live news shoots.

Skills

English fluency

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Time management

MS Office proficiency

Video recording equipment knowledge

Driver's license

Education

Technical degree in Digital Electronics or Broadcasting

Tools

Video recording equipment

Job description

The Chief Photographer oversees the day-to-day operations of the news photojournalist team which includes news photographers. The Chief Photographer is also responsible for the maintenance of all photography technology and equipment at the station, including station vehicles.

• Manages staff of news photographers/editors
• Plans and manages staffing, training, and performance evaluations for the photographers
• Makes decisions regarding hiring, evaluation, promotion of employees
• Maintains all photography technology and equipment for the station
• Trains and coach's photographer and MMJ staff
• Assigns projects to staff and ensures logistics and shot requirements meet established standards
• Performs photographer duties as required
• Plans photography needs for live news and station remotes
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills

• Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Fluency in English
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Minimum five years' experience as a photographer in a television broadcasting environment, with at least three years' experience in a leadership role
• Experience guiding, directing and motivating subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance
• Experience establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them
• Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, and other office equipment
• Strong PC/MS Office experience
• Experience with video recording equipment and camera technology
• Significant experience evaluating, selecting, and operating video recording equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Compensation - $70,000 per year commensurate with experience and skill level

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

KTXL Fox40 will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if KTXL Fox40 is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report