Local News Photographer

WBBH TV; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulf Coast News in Fort Myers, FL is seeking a Local News Photographer to capture compelling field visuals and bring them to viewers with clarity and impact. You will shoot, edit and contribute live shots for newscasts, working closely with the Chief Photographer and reporters.

The ideal candidate has newsroom experience, a strong eye for video, and the ability to edit VO/SOTs and packages using Adobe Premiere, ENG gear and wireless data to deliver ready-to-air content.

Qualifications

• Training in the art of video photojournalism.
• Professional or college experience in a newsroom.
• Ability to carry up to 50 pounds of equipment.
• Experience with ENG trucks.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Valid driver''s license and a clean driving record.
• Ability to operate digital editing tools.
• Computer and software experience, including knowledge of Adobe Premiere, Precis and CNN platforms.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards.
• Ability to manage the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production.
• Related military experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Shoot and edit VOs, VO-SOTs and packages for broadcast and online platforms.
• 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 accomplish their creative vision through 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 online platforms.
• Maintain organization and ensure proper care and maintenance of gear and equipment.

Skills

Video photojournalism

Field shooting

Camera operation

Editing software

Education

Training in video photojournalism

Tools

Adobe Premiere

CNN platforms

Precis

ENG trucks

Job description

Gulf Coast News located in Fort Myers, FLhas an opening for a Local News Photographer. We are looking for a photographer with the ability to capture the essence of what is happening in the field and bring it vividly into the homes of our viewers.

You will spend several hours each day in the field shooting, editing and executing creative live shots. You will also edit for newscasts. The ideal candidate is up to date on modern aspects of the medium, has an excellent eye for video, works well with others and always represents the station with the highest journalistic standards and professionalism. You will work with and report to the Chief Photographer.

Responsibilities

• Shoot and edit VOs, VO-SOTs and packages for broadcast and online platforms.
• 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 accomplish their creative vision through 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 online platforms.
• Maintain organization and ensure proper care and maintenance of gear and equipment.

Requirements

• Training in the art of video photojournalism.
• Professional or college experience in a newsroom.
• Ability to carry up to 50 pounds of equipment.
• Experience with ENG trucks.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Ability to operate digital editing tools.
• Computer and software experience, including knowledge of Adobe Premiere, Precis and CNN platforms.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards.
• Ability to manage the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production.
• Related military experience will be considered.

Values in Action

At Hearst Television, we tell stories every day about people of all backgrounds, perspectives and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate and connected to the communities we serve.

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse, partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional wellness support
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• LGBTQ+ health services
• Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs