News Photojournalist

fox com; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The FOX 9/KMSP-TV seeks a News Photojournalist to join its award-winning team, involving dynamic shooting and editing in a fast-paced news environment. This full-time position encompasses various assignments, including breaking news and features, leveraging cutting-edge technology to deliver high-quality content.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Union Representation Benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of recent experience as a news photojournalist.
• Excellent skills in photography and editing.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Shoot and edit daily news and long-form material.
• Collaborate with reporters and producers on stories.
• Utilize drones for enhanced visual storytelling.

Skills

Photography

Lighting

Audio

Non-linear Editing

Strong Communication Skills

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Vocational/technical school or Associate’s Degree

Tools

Edius

After Effects

Bitcentral

Panasonic Cameras

Sony Cameras

iNews

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV StationsFOX 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

NEWS PHOTOJOURNALIST (Full-time, Regular)

Want to stretch your photojournalism wings in one of the most competitive and creative news markets in America?

FOX 9/KMSP-TV wants you to join our award winning team of photojournalist/editors. Innovative, state-of-the-art storytelling through shooting and editing should be a part of your DNA.

You’ll have:

• A well-varied skill set in shooting and editing daily news on deadline, as well as long form material.
• A thirst to use the latest cutting-edge video, editing and live technology.
• A desire to collaborate with reporters and newscast producers to win all your stories with dynamic shooting and edgy editing.

Job Highlights:

• Use of different camera and media formats to apply techniques appropriately to each story.
• Highly skilled in Edius editing, After Effects, Bitcentral, Panasonic, Sony cameras, and iNews.
• Utilize drones to provide cinematic perspectives and enhanced visual experiences.
• Drone camera operator training for Part 107 pilots.
• Operate Live U packs.
• Assignments include breaking news, investigative features, sports events, and political news.
• Daily collaboration with reporters, editors, managers, and other staff members.
• Participate in editorial, department, and station meetings.
• Think critically under pressure and work professionally on individual assignments and as part of a cohesive team.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you’ll bring

• Excellent photography, lighting, audio, non-linear editing, and computer skills
• Strong communication skills and good judgement
• Creative and detail oriented

• Ability to take direction and work under deadline pressure. Consistently display a professional demeanor with the ability to stay cool under pressure.

• A valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. be able to do so while walking long distances
• HS Diploma (or equivalent). Vocational/technical school or Associate’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of recent experience as a news photojournalist. Mid to major market preferred.

FOX 9/ FOX 9+ is a 24/7 operation. Candidates must have flexibility in scheduling evenings, early mornings, weekends as well as working all shifts in a 24/7/365 breaking news environment. Must be able to work overtime, holidays, and varied hours. Candidate will be required to join the I.B.E.W. local 292 union.

If you’re ready to take that next step up, link us your latest and best work along with your resume.

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 $25.11-32.93 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.

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