Dynamic News Photographer: Live Shots & Field Editing

Disney Entertainment; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

KABC Television, LLC in Glendale, CA is seeking an experienced news photographer for staff employment. The candidate will shoot and edit interviews, B-roll, and packages, set up live shots, and meet daily deadlines across platforms.

You will safely operate news vans using microwave, satellite and broadband streaming technology, collaborate with reporters and editors, and bring strong news judgment to elevate stories.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a photographer in local news.
• Proficient with a variety of professional quality cameras.
• Proficient with Adobe Premiere and news style editing.

Responsibilities

• Shoot and edit interviews, B-roll, packages, set up and execute live shots, meet daily deadlines
• Safely and efficiently operate news vans using microwave, satellite and broadband streaming technology
• Work collaboratively with reporter, desk, producers, writers, managers
• Proven ability to multi-task and thrive in a high‑pressure news environment
• Ability to take story from concept to completion independently

Skills

News photography

Adobe Premiere

Live truck operation

Broadband streaming/Dejero

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cameras

Dejero equipment

Satellite gear

Live truck equipment

Job description

KABC Television, LLC in Glendale, CA is seeking an experienced news photographer for staff employment. The candidate will shoot and edit interviews, B-roll, and packages, set up live shots, and meet daily deadlines across platforms.

You will safely operate news vans using microwave, satellite and broadband streaming technology, collaborate with reporters and editors, and bring strong news judgment to elevate stories.