Multiplatform Video Journalist & Photographer

AAJA24

Louisville (KY)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

WLKY is seeking a Video Journalist/Photographer in Louisville, KY to collect and edit visual storytelling for broadcast and digital platforms. You will shoot, edit, and deliver content that meets high journalistic standards, collaborating with reporters and the digital team while managing gear and deadlines.

You will handle VOs/VO-SOTs, packages and social videos, use a Sony ENG camera, and may pursue drone certification.

Qualifications

Professional news video photographer experience preferred.
Carry up to 50 pounds of equipment.
Experience with ENG trucks and live transmission gear.

Responsibilities

Shoot and edit VOs, VO-SOTs, packages and vertical videos for broadcast, social and digital platforms.
Work with the Assignment Desk and Reporters to cover daily stories.
Shoot on a full-size Sony ENG camera.
Preferred drone certification, willing to become certified in drone operation.
Edit in Adobe Premiere and use ENG, SNG, and wireless data to feed live shots and video to station.
Work with reporters and desk to ensure the best content and facts are gathered.
Work with the digital team to make sure information, images, and video from the fields are transferred quickly.
Work with catalog systems to record and locate necessary video.
Attention to detail regarding file management and technical workflow.
Must be flexible with schedule, being on-call and respond quickly to breaking news.
Ability to work under pressure, making quick decisions.
Responsible for organization and care of gear/equipment and station vehicles.