Photojournalist

News for Meredith Corp.
Phoenix, Arizona

posted on January 15, 2018


job posting:

Job Title Photojournalist Job Description I. Job Summary | Major goals and objectives. The Multi-Media Photographer-Journalist shoots and edits video of various news events and edits tape of stories/pictures for daily news broadcasts and the station’s website(s). This position shoots stories in a compelling and brand-focused way to attract the largest audience available to the station’s newscasts. This position also posts text, video, and still images in a way that increases page views for the station website(s) and creates excitement across the station’s social media platforms. II. Essential Job Functions Weight % Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results 55% Gathers information and images in the field. Records moving video and takes still pictures. Interviews newsmakers on and off camera. Determines appropriate lighting for all video/picture platforms. Edits stories for all media platforms. 30% Writes simple, straightforward news copy. Works collaboratively with Content Designers, Multi-Media Journalists and/or alone on news content assignments. 15% Operates/drives live ENG trucks, SUV news vehicles, and all related broadcast equipment. Sets-up ENG truck as assigned with complete knowledge and in accordance with Meredith live truck safety procedures and issues. Maintains clean driving record in accordance with Meredith Driver Fleet Safety Policy. 100% III. Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements | All must be met to be considered. Education: High School diploma or equivalent required. College degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications or equivalent preferred. Experience: Minimum two years experience shooting daily news stories and special projects for a commercial television station. Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to lift and carry 40-100 pounds. Ability to work a flexible work schedule including nights and weekends Excellent video photography and editing skills Ability to shoot and edit with speed, efficiency, and creativity in a newsroom or field environment Ability to maintain all assigned equipment in excellent working condition Ability to produce high quality news stories for use across all content platforms Must have a valid Driver’s License and a clean driving record. % Travel Required (Approximate): Extensive local travel #LMG#


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