Multimedia Photographer & Videographer

Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Des Moines Register, a member of the USA TODAY NETWORK, seeks a videographer/photographer to join our staff in Iowa's capital. The role focuses on telling stories with compelling video and still images across spot news, mini-docs, and social clips, while helping the newsroom adopt evolving best practices.

We value a passion for fast, accurate storytelling and a deep commitment to quality visuals. The team emphasizes training, collaboration, and ongoing skill development in a dynamic newsroom

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism or equivalent.
• Three years of experience in professional photojournalism.
• Solid news judgment and strong storytelling skills.
• Self-motivation, self-direction and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Tell stories visually with video, from spot news to mini-documentaries and social clips.
• Capture compelling still photographs from sports, events and political rallies.
• Train newsroom staff on video best practices and new techniques.
• Stay current with evolving tools, workflows and audience trends.

Skills

Photojournalism

Video storytelling

News judgment

Time management

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications or journalism

Job description

The Des Moines Register, a member of the USA TODAY NETWORK, seeks a videographer/photographer to join our staff in Iowa's capital. The role focuses on telling stories with compelling video and still images across spot news, mini-docs, and social clips, while helping the newsroom adopt evolving best practices.

We value a passion for fast, accurate storytelling and a deep commitment to quality visuals. The team emphasizes training, collaboration, and ongoing skill development in a dynamic newsroom