Part-Time Multi-Platform News Photojournalist & Editor

Palabra; Lancaster, Northern (Lancaster County, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

WGAL-TV, the NBC affiliate for the Lancaster market, seeks a Part-Time Photojournalist/Editor to tell impactful stories across broadcast, digital and social channels. You will shoot, edit, and deliver content optimized for TV, web, apps, and social platforms like Instagram and YouTube Shorts.

We value a tech‑savvy storyteller who can adapt quickly to changing formats, manage tight deadlines, and maintain high journalistic standards.

Qualifications

• Experience with non-linear editing systems (Adobe Premiere preferred).
• Understanding of multi-platform storytelling, including broadcast and social/digital video formats.
• Previous newsroom experience preferred; military experience strongly considered.
• Ability to carry up to 50 pounds of equipment.
• Comfortable working in all weather conditions.
• Valid driver’s license with a strong driving record; ability to operate large vehicles.
• Proficiency with mobile journalism tools and emerging video technologies.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and make quick editorial decisions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A proactive, self-starter mindset with a “go-getter” attitude.
• Equivalent military training (DINFOS) and related experience highly valued.
• In-person attendance is required.

Responsibilities

• Shoot and edit VOs, VO-SOTs, and packages for broadcast, digital, and streaming platforms.
• Create and adapt content for multi-platform distribution, including TV, web, app, and social media.
• Serve as show editor, cutting and attaching video content into a newscast rundown (ENPS proficiency is a bonus).
• Produce vertical and mobile-first video optimized for platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts.
• Collaborate with the Assignment Desk, reporters, and producers to cover stories and meet deadlines.
• Work with producers to bring editorial vision to life through strong visuals, sequencing, and natural sound.
• Identify opportunities for real-time social content and behind-the-scenes storytelling in the field.
• Ensure all content meets journalistic, ethical, and brand standards across platforms.

Skills

Non-linear editing

Multi-platform storytelling

Newsroom experience

Driving skills

Mobile journalism

Adobe Premiere

Tools

Adobe Premiere

Sony XDCAM

Job description

WGAL-TV, the NBC affiliate for the Lancaster market, seeks a Part-Time Photojournalist/Editor to tell impactful stories across broadcast, digital and social channels. You will shoot, edit, and deliver content optimized for TV, web, apps, and social platforms like Instagram and YouTube Shorts.

We value a tech‑savvy storyteller who can adapt quickly to changing formats, manage tight deadlines, and maintain high journalistic standards.