Photographer

Overview

Category: Media – Journalism – Newspaper
Position/Title: Photographer
Details:

Local News Photographer
WJCL, the ABC affiliate in Savannah, GA, has an opening for a Local News

Photographer . We are looking for a photographer with the ability to capture the essence of what’s happening in the field, and then bring it vividly into the homes of our viewers. You will spend several hours each day out in the field shooting, editing, and executing creative live shots. You will also edit for newscasts. You must be up to date on the modern aspects of our medium, have an excellent eye for video. You will work well with others, always positively representing us with the highest journalistic standards and professionalism on display. You will work with and report to the Chief Photographer.

Responsibilities

Shooting and editing of VOs, VO-SOTs and packages for broadcast air and online postings

Work with the Assignment Desk and Reporters to cover daily stories

Shoot on assigned professional camera equipment

Edit in Adobe Premiere and use ENG, SNG, and wireless data to feed completed work to the station

Gather video and still pictures for digital platforms

Work with reporters and producers to ensure the best content and facts are gathered

Work with producers to ensure their creative vision is accomplished with vivid video and natural sound

Coordinate incoming video elements from crews in the field

Work with catalog systems to save/store, record and locate necessary video

Produce and publish content to our online platforms

Organization and attention to gear/equipment maintenance

Requirements

Training in the art of video photojournalism

Professional or college experience in a newsroom

Carry up to 50 pounds of equipment

Experience with ENG trucks

Can work in all weather conditions

Have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record

Must operate digital editing tools

Must have computer and software experience; knowledge of Adobe Premiere, Precis, and CNN platforms

Can organize and prioritize

Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards

Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production

Related military experience will be considered

In-person attendance is required

Values in Action
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Benefits

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

Vacancy Type: Full Time
Date Posted: 4/6/2026
Closing Date: 5/6/2026
City: Savannah – 31405
State: Georgia

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