KABC News Photographer

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

Job summary

ABC7 Los Angeles is seeking an experienced news photographer for staff employment based in Glendale, CA. The role requires strong field editing, live shot setup, and the ability to deliver compelling content under deadline pressure.

Candidates should have 5+ years in local news, proficiency with professional cameras, and Adobe Premiere. The position demands flexibility to work mornings, nights, holidays, and breaking news shifts.

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

Self-starter

Team player

Creative storyteller

News judgment

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Adobe Premiere

Job description

ABC7 Los Angeles is seeking an experienced news photographer for staff employment. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, creative storyteller, and curious journalist. We are looking for a team player who works well under deadline pressure and is comfortable handling breaking news in the field with or without a reporter and can reliably deliver content in a timely manner for all platforms. Must have experience in daily newsgathering, live microwave truck operation, knowledge of broadband streaming devices such as Dejero, satellite operation, lighting, and field editing. Adobe Premiere experience required. We are looking for a problem solver who has good news judgment and can elevate a story or interview beyond what is assigned. Expected to be responsible for the proper care and use of all assigned equipment. Additional duties as necessary. Schedule flexibility and willingness to work breaking news, mornings, nights and holidays a must. Knowledge of Southern California a plus. You will be based in Glendale, CA. Candidate should possess excellent interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic.

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

Basic Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working as a News Photographer in a Top 25 television market
• Bilingual

Required Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

Additional info

This position is covered under the NABET-CWA ABC Master Agreement.

The pay rate for this role in, Glendale, California is $65.2250 per hour. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

Job ID: 10161493

Location: Glendale,California

Job Posting Company: ABC Owned TV Stations

The Walt Disney Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.