Photographer/Videographer Job at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK in New Philadelphia

Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a scalable, growth-focused media and digital marketing solutions company.

The Times-Reporter of Dover/New Philadelphia, Ohio, is seeking a full-time visual journalist skilled in video, photography, and social media to join our digital-first news team. This photographer and videographer will capture the people, moments, events, environment, and sense of place that define our unique community.

About the region: The Dover-New Philadelphia area offers a mix of suburban and rural living, with access to both city amenities and the quiet charm of smaller towns. Residents are friendly and supportive and known for their close-knit communities.

The Locally-based Visual Journalist

• Creates quality visual storytelling using videography, photography, and copy that informs, entertains, and engages our audience.
• Experiments with video for YouTube, Instagram, and other emerging platforms. Video will occupy at least 50% of the role.
• Has experience using video editing software, such as Adobe Premiere, and is comfortable with streaming and audio technology.
• Has a strong understanding of SEO to maximize audience reach for visual content.
• Uses audience metrics to help make coverage decisions.
• Collaborates and connects with the community through visual storytelling and outreach (social media, on-camera, forums, community leadership, etc.)
• Works with editors and other journalists to evaluate what works and what doesn't and develops ongoing plans to satisfy audience needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, photography, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least two years of photojournalism experience.
• Experience with multimedia storytelling techniques on multiple platforms.
• Exceptional core photojournalism skills (reporting, photography, and videography).
• Ability to use basic and advanced computer programs, including but not limited to video editing software such as Premiere Pro, Adobe Photoshop, and Photo Mechanic

Organizational Skills

• Understanding of social media and how to respond and engage our fan base on digital platforms.
• Effective communicator; able to get along with diverse personalities.
• Able to multi-task and excel under intense deadline pressure in a rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively.
• Command of writing, spelling, grammar, and writing style.
• Command of media law and principles of ethical conduct.

To apply, please submit a single document file that includes your resume, a cover letter, and links to 3-6 online samples of your work.

Gannett Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status, education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.