Photojournalist, AJC

AJL Atlanta Journal Constitution, LLC; Atlanta (GA); Hybride; USD 40 000 - 61 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Paid time off & holidays

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Parental leave

Résumé du poste

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, part of Cox Enterprises, seeks a field-based photojournalist to capture Georgia’s people, places and moments across metro Atlanta and statewide coverage. You will produce visual storytelling for digital and social platforms in a fast-paced newsroom environment.

Applicants should have a strong portfolio, ability to work with reporters and editors, and willingness to travel. The role offers a hybrid work option with flexible hours and occasional travel throughout

Qualifications

• Portfolio demonstrating exceptional news photography, documentary storytelling and visual range.
• Proven ability to photograph breaking news in fast-moving, unpredictable situations.
• Strong editorial judgment and ethics in photojournalism.
• Excellent reporting, communication and interpersonal skills, including working with people in difficult situations.
• Ability to edit and transmit photographs quickly under deadline pressure.

Responsabilités

• Photograph daily assignments and breaking news across metro Atlanta and Georgia.
• Produce compelling photography across news, politics, sports, entertainment and culture.
• Respond quickly to breaking news with independent editorial judgment.
• Collaborate with reporters, editors and other visual journalists on daily and enterprise stories.
• Photograph major events, elections, protests, severe weather and high-profile sports.
• Travel throughout Georgia as coverage demands.
• Deliver, edit and transmit photographs quickly from the field.
• Write accurate AP-style captions and metadata.

Connaissances

News photography

Documentary storytelling

Breaking news

Editorial judgment

Interpersonal skills

Photo editing

Photoshop/Lightroom

Photo Mechanic

Driving license

Travel willingness

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline

Outils

Photo Mechanic

Photoshop/Lightroom

Description du poste

Company Cox Enterprises Job Family Group Editorial & Newsroom Job Profile AJC Digital Media II Management Level Individual Contributor Flexible Work Option Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week Travel % Yes, 5% of the time Work Shift Variable Compensation Hourly base pay rate is $29.38 - $44.09/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

Job Description

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution is one of the most storied brands in journalism, with a legacy that stretches back more than a century. Our MISSION is to be the most essential and engaging source of news for the people of Atlanta, Georgia and the South, and we have a vision to transform this great institution into a modern media company. That’s where you come in. We are looking for a photojournalist who can capture the people, places and moments that define Georgia every day. This is a field‑based, general assignment journalism role for a photographer. You will work across local news, investigations, politics, education, features, entertainment and sports, including high school, college and professional teams. Your photography will reach audiences across our digital and social platforms. You will have the opportunity to work alongside some of the most accomplished journalists in the South and produce distinctive visual storytelling. You'll tell stories across metro Atlanta and parts of Georgia, from our home base in one of the nation's most dynamic and fastest‑growing cities. A successful candidate is a journalist first, with exceptional visual instincts, strong news judgment and the ability to make memorable photographs in unpredictable and fast‑moving situations.

Job Responsibilities

• Photograph daily assignments and breaking news across metro Atlanta and throughout Georgia, including coverage connected to our bureaus in Savannah, Athens and Macon.
• Produce compelling original photography across a wide range of coverage areas, including news, politics, sports, entertainment, culture, features, investigations and enterprise journalism.
• Respond quickly to breaking and developing news while exercising strong independent editorial judgment in the field.
• Work with reporters, editors and other visual journalists to develop creative approaches to daily and enterprise stories.
• Photograph major events, including elections, political events, protests, severe weather, major breaking news and high‑profile sporting events.
• Be prepared to travel throughout Georgia and occasionally beyond the state as coverage demands.
• Deliver, edit and transmit photographs quickly and reliably from the field, often under tight deadlines.
• Write accurate, AP‑style captions and metadata that meet the AJC's journalistic and ethical standards.
• Collaborate with the AJC's video, social, graphics and digital teams when stories lend themselves to broader visual treatment.
• Stay current on photographic technology, visual storytelling techniques and evolving audience behaviors.
• Work a flexible schedule that may include early mornings, nights, weekends and holidays as news and major events require.
• Develop longer‑term visual stories and photo essays that illuminate the people, communities and issues shaping Georgia in conjunction with input from visual editors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and 2 years’ experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master’s degree and up to 2 years’ experience; or 6 years’ experience in a related field.
• A portfolio demonstrating exceptional news photography, documentary storytelling and visual range.
• Proven ability to photograph breaking news and work effectively in fast‑moving, unpredictable situations.
• Experience covering high‑profile events such as elections, political campaigns or conventions, demonstrations, severe weather or other major news.
• Experience covering major sporting events is a plus.
• Strong editorial judgment and a deep understanding of the principles and ethics of photojournalism.
• Demonstrated ability to find strong photographs and visual stories beyond the obvious or expected image.
• Ability to work independently in the field while collaborating with reporters, editors or other journalists.
• Excellent reporting, communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work sensitively with people experiencing difficult or traumatic circumstances.
• Strong writing skills for accurate captions and contextual information.
• Ability to edit and transmit photographs quickly under deadline pressure.
• Proficiency with Adobe Photoshop/Lightroom and Photo Mechanic.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and shifting priorities during a fast‑moving news cycle.
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly for assignments and work an extended or irregular schedule when news demands it.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to assignments throughout Georgia.

Benefits

Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page.

About Us

As our primary divisions Cox Automotive and Cox Communications drive new waves of innovation, Cox Enterprises is entering spaces like cleantech, healthcare, esports and more. We're a family business guided by a legacy of bold innovation that’s driven by those who want to make their mark. Cox brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Cox vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.