Photographer/Editor

TEGNA; Columbus (OH); In loco; USD 40.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Teladoc access

Therapy sessions

PTO

Holidays

Descrizione del lavoro

TEGNA Inc. in Columbus is seeking a highly skilled Photojournalist to create shareable and exciting content for television, social media and mobile.

The role involves telling great stories solo or with a team, using the latest photography and editing tools across platforms. Ideal candidates hold a BA/BS in journalism or related field with 1–3 years newsroom experience, proficiency in photojournalism, editing and CMS, and the ability to work under deadlines.

Competenze

• BA/BS in journalism, communications or related field preferred or equivalent years of experience
• 1-3 years of experience preferred in a newsroom environment.
• Experience in photojournalism, editing, and content management systems
• Must be flexible with schedule, reliable and dependable
• Proven ability to generate creative, engaging, content-driven live shots
• Demonstrated news judgment, writing skills, photography experience, and non-linear editing skills.

Mansioni

• Passion for capturing video & audio elements that produce compelling and engaging news, sports, features and documentary-style stories in a daily deadline environment.
• Operate an ENG truck or IP video-based live unit (TVU) when assigned.
• Be assigned to either work in a team or solo for daily news assignments.
• Attend editorial meetings, participate in discussions, and suggest story ideas.
• Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance stories.

Conoscenze

Newsroom experience

Photojournalism

Non-linear editing

EDIUS knowledge

Live reporting

Driver's license

Physical strength

Formazione

BA/BS in journalism

Strumenti

ENG truck

TVU

IP video unit

Descrizione del lavoro

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.

WBNS-TV Columbus, the TEGNA CBS station in Columbus is looking for a highly skilled artistic Photojournalistwho can create shareable and exciting content for television, social media and mobile. We want a photojournalist who can tell great stories on their own or with a team. Our ideal candidates are familiar with the latest photography, editing tools, and techniques. They create unique and exciting content on all platforms. They are proficient with live news-gathering tools and are able to participate in live performance on-air and on live streaming when necessary.

Current driver's license and ability to operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations is required.

Responsibilities:

• Passion for capturing video & audio elements that produce compelling and engaging news, sports, features and documentary-style stories in a daily deadline environment.
• Operate an ENG truck or IP video-based live unit (TVU) when assigned.
• Be assigned to either work in a team or solo for daily news assignments.
• Attend editorial meetings, participate in discussions, and suggest story ideas.
• Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance stories.

Requirements:

• BA/BS in journalism, communications or related field preferred or equivalent years of experience
• 1-3 years of experience preferred in a newsroom environment.
• Experience in photojournalism, editing, and content management systems
• Must be flexible with schedule, reliable and dependable
• Proven ability to generate creative, engaging, content-driven live shots
• Member and active participant in NPPA a plus
• Demonstrated news judgment, writing skills, photography experience, and non-linear editing skills.
• Understanding of the tenets of professional journalism
• Knowledge of EDIUS, or any Non-Linear base editing system preferred.
• Organizational skills and the ability to work under constant time pressure deadlines
• Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs. and occasionally up to 80 lbs. with or without an accommodation
• Current driver's license and ability to operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations

Benefits:

• TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.
• Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA's 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.
• Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor's appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.
• TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.
• * Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.

EEO statement

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email [e-mail]