WLKY - Photographer

WLKY-TV CBS Louisville, KY - Hearst Television; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

WLKY, the CBS affiliate in Louisville, is looking for a Photographer Editor to join their team. This role involves shooting and editing content for news stories, requiring excellent skills in video journalism, communication, and the ability to work under tight deadlines. Candidates should have experience in a fast-paced newsroom and be comfortable using professional camera equipment and editing software.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Flexible benefits package

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in local television news preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and near-perfect driving record.
• Ability to handle up to 50 pounds of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Shoot and edit VOs, VO-SOTs for broadcast and digital platforms.
• Work with reporters on daily news stories.
• Ensure technical workflow and file management.

Skills

Video Journalism

Editing Skills

Time Management

Communication

Collaboration

Tools

Adobe Premiere

Sony ENG Camera

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Job Description

WLKY, the CBS affiliate in Louisville, Kentucky, has an opening for a Photographer Editor who understands the pressures and purpose of local television news. We are seeking an experienced video journalist who can collaborate and lead when collecting and editing visual elements for compelling storytelling. You will be responsible for gathering visual content, working either individually to edit, or as a team to collaborate on newscast stories. We are looking for a news photographer who understands the urgency of breaking news, the importance of deadlines, and the critical elements of collaboration and communication when working with reporters. Excellent editing skills, exceptional time-management abilities, effective communication style, organization, and attention to gear/equipment maintenance are critical. An excellent eye for video and the highest journalistic standards are a must. You will report to the News Director.

Job Responsibilities:

• Shoot and edit VOs, VO-SOTs, and packages for broadcast and digital platforms
• Shoot on a full-size Sony ENG camera
• Non-linear editing
• Use ENG, SNG, and wireless data to feed completed work to the station
• Work with the assignment desk and reporters to cover daily stories
• Work with reporters and producers to ensure the best content and facts are gathered
• Communicate and coordinate incoming video elements from crews in the field
• Work with catalog systems to record and locate necessary video
• Attention to detail regarding file management and technical workflow
• Must be flexible with schedule, being on-call and responding quickly to breaking news
• Ability to work under pressure, making quick decisions
• In-person attendance is required

Requirements:

• Local television news photographer experience preferred
• 2-5 years in a working newsroom preferred
• Can easily carry up to 50 pounds of equipment
• Efficient operation on ENG trucks
• Can work in all weather conditions
• Can operate large vehicles, must have a valid driver’s license and a near-perfect driving record
• Exceptional ability to operate digital editing tools
• Adobe Premier experience preferred

Diversity Statement

At Hearst Television, we tell stories every day about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. We believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring our content is more compassionate and representative of the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible, and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your family would have access to:

• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ+ Health Services
• Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

About Us

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states, reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as a premier broadcasting company, honored with numerous awards for journalism, innovation, and community service.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution