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Gannett is hiring: Photographer/Videographer in Des Moines

Gannett, Des Moines, IA, United States


Des Moines Register /desmoinesregister.com , part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, seeks a videographer/photographer to join our talented staff in Iowa's capital city.

This journalist should have an interest in telling stories with video, from spot news to mini-documentaries and social media clips. They should also be versed in making still photos that tell stories from sports fields, Iowans' homes and political rallies. They will also play a key role in training members of our newsroom on video and will track and adopt evolving best practices.

This person will join a team of four photojournalists in Iowa, including a photo editor who is a veteran journalist and spends more time making photos than holding meetings. The successful candidate must have a passion for telling stories visually, quickly when needed, in-depth when called for, and always with accuracy.

We expect anyone who works with us to constantly improve their skills. We offer internal and company-wide training programs and study metrics, audience and search trends to deliver essential news and information.

Des Moines is one of the Midwest's fastest growing cities and has become a magnet for young professionals, attracted by an expanding job base and an increasingly diverse cultural and arts scene.

The Des Moines Register is a 17-time Pulitzer Prize winner. The Register offers an opportunity to build a career path in Iowa or to gain the foundation to move on to top metros across the country.

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's or master's in communications, journalism or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Three years of experience in professional photojournalism.
  • Solid news judgment.
  • Self-motivation and self-direction.
  • Top-notch planning, organizational and time management skills.
  • A portfolio that shows their command of news video and stills.
  • This role requires a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.
  • Tuesday-Saturday work week.

Application Instructions

We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don't limit your upload to a resume; show us what you've done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:
  • Your resume - one to two pages.
  • A cover letter that outlines how you would approach this job.
  • Links to 3-6 online samples of your work or your online portfolio. Show us what you've produced that best reflects what you can do in this role.

  • It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.

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