Field Photographer & Editor | Local News

KHBS/KHOG 40/29 & THE ARKANSAS CW; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical | Dental | Vision

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Emotional Wellness Support

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Job summary

KHBS/KHOG 40/29 & THE ARKANSAS CW in Rogers, AR is seeking a Local News Photographer/Editor to capture compelling field footage and deliver polished segments for newscasts.

You will shoot, edit using ENG trucks, and collaborate with reporters and producers to tell stories with vivid video and clear sound, while meeting newsroom deadlines.

This role requires training in video photojournalism, newsroom experience, physical ability to carry gear, and a commitment to journalistic integrity.

Qualifications

• Training in the art of video photojournalism.
• Professional or college experience in a newsroom.
• Carry up to 50 pounds of equipment.
• Experience with ENG trucks.
• Can work in all weather conditions.
• Have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Must operate digital editing tools.
• Must have computer and software experience; knowledge of Adobe Premiere, Precis, and CNN platforms.

Responsibilities

• Shooting and editing of VOs, VO-SOTs and packages for broadcast air and online postings.
• Work with the Assignment Desk and Reporters to cover daily stories.
• Shoot on assigned professional camera equipment.
• Edit in Adobe Premiere and use ENG, SNG, and wireless data to feed completed work to the station.
• Gather video and still pictures for digital platforms.
• Work with reporters and producers to ensure the best content and facts are gathered.
• Work with producers to ensure their creative vision is accomplished with vivid video and natural sound.
• Coordinate incoming video elements from crews in the field.
• Work with catalog systems to save/store, record and locate necessary video.
• Produce and publish content to our online platforms.
• Organization and attention to gear/equipment maintenance.

Skills

Video photojournalism

Newsroom experience

Editing

Organizational skills

Time management

Tools

Adobe Premiere

Precis

CNN platforms

Job description

KHBS/KHOG 40/29 & THE ARKANSAS CW in Rogers, AR is seeking a Local News Photographer/Editor to capture compelling field footage and deliver polished segments for newscasts.

You will shoot, edit using ENG trucks, and collaborate with reporters and producers to tell stories with vivid video and clear sound, while meeting newsroom deadlines.

This role requires training in video photojournalism, newsroom experience, physical ability to carry gear, and a commitment to journalistic integrity.