News Photographer

Fox Television Stations; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

FOX 2 Detroit is seeking a Photographer/Editor to shoot and edit spot news, features and sports for our Detroit market. You will capture compelling live shots and edit packages using Edius to deliver ready-to-air stories.

Daily duties include LiveU live shots, coordinating with Assignment Desk, Writers and Reporters, and lifting heavy equipment. Expect weekend, holiday and overnight shifts in varying weather conditions across Michigan.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; college degree preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in photography/editing for news.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and operate LiveU gear.

Responsibilities

• Shoot and edit spot news, features and sports.
• Perform LiveU live shots daily in the Detroit area.
• Shoot and edit multiple packages daily using Edius.
• Collaborate with Assignment Desk, Writers, and Reporters.
• Work in varying weather and lift heavy equipment as needed.

Skills

LiveU shots

News photography

Video editing

Team communication

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma

College degree preferred

Tools

Edius

LiveU

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network’s national content.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Fox 2 News (WJBK) has an immediate full‑time job opening for a Photographer/Editor who will shoot and edit spot news, feature stories and sports.

Key Responsibilities

• The candidate will perform LiveU live shots from in and around the Detroit area on an expected daily basis.
• Candidate must demonstrate high caliber news photography shooting and editing skills.
• Candidate must be able to shoot and edit sometimes multiple packages per day in the field and demonstrate they are technically sound with the editing software Edius.
• Candidate must be able to lift over fifty (50) pounds of equipment, walk carrying a tripod, batteries and Live U backpack.
• Individual must also communicate and work well with Assignment Desk, Writers, and Reporters.

Work Environment

• Must be willing to work in extreme hot/cold weather conditions and be willing to work weekends, holidays, and overnights.
• In‑house conditions include studio/control room settings with temperatures ranging from 55 to 75 degrees and humidity levels from 10 to 70+ percent relative humidity.
• Outside conditions will vary according to Michigan weather.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma required; college degree preferred.

Experience

Minimum 3‑5 Years’ Experience.

WBJK FOX 2 Detroit is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

Join us at FOX 2 Detroit and be part of a team that delivers exceptional sports coverage to our viewers!

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $24.66-39.99 per hour. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.