Photojournalist and Jib Operator

MFI Technologies Incorporated; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Competitive salary

Job summary

CBS Atlanta is seeking a skilled photojournalist and jib operator to join our new team in a fast-paced ARVR studio environment. You will maneuver a jib camera to capture dynamic shots and support newsroom operations across linear, digital, and streaming platforms.

The role requires editing on nonlinear systems, driving news vehicles, and maintaining high journalistic standards. A BA in a related field is preferred, with 3–5 years of professional jib camera/photography/editing experience in a

Qualifications

• BA preferred; 3–5 years of professional jib camera/photography/editing experience in a major market.
• Extensive knowledge of the Atlanta area preferred.
• Must edit on nonlinear systems with broadcast quality.
• Driver's license in good standing required.
• Physical demands require fitness and ability to carry ENG gear up to ~50lbs.

Responsibilities

• Shoot, edit, set up live shots and use professional audio equipment.
• Maneuver a jib camera to capture dynamic shots in a full ARVR studio environment.
• Support newsroom operations across linear, digital, and streaming platforms.

Skills

Photojournalism

Editing

ENG camera operation

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Jib camera

Broadcast equipment

Job description

CBS Atlanta is building a brand-new team, and we’re looking for highly skilled photojournalists. This role will maneuver a jib camera to create dynamic and creative shots in our full ARVR studio environment. This position will also support our newsroom operations across linear, digital, and streaming platforms.

The role also may include shooting, editing, setting up live shots, using professional audio equipment, working independently or alongside anchors/reporters, and maintaining high journalistic standards. Candidates must be able to operate in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Photojournalist and Jib Operator

Role Type

Full-time

Requirements

• B.A. degree in a related field is preferred. Three to five years of professional Jib Camera/Photography/Editing experience in a major market is required.
• Extensive knowledge of the Atlanta area is preferred.
• Candidate must be able to edit all nonlinear systems with broadcast quality. Satellite uplink truck experiences are a plus!
• Must maintain a Driver’s License in good standing.
• Physical Demands: This physical job requires the candidate to be physically fit to avoid injuries.
• Carry and set up ENG equipment often weighing 50lbs.
• Drive news vehicles to news story locations, and edit footage in confined areas/space.

Full-time

Compensation: Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages.