WJCL 22 is hiring: Photographer in Savannah

Local News Photographer
WJCL, the ABC affiliate in Savannah, GA, is looking for a photographer capable of capturing and vividly conveying the day’s news stories in the field and bringing them into the homes of our viewers.

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 photographs for digital platforms

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

Work with producers to realize their creative vision with vivid video and natural sound

Coordinate incoming video elements from crews in the field

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

Produce and publish content to our online platforms

Maintain gear and equipment, ensuring organization and attention to detail

Requirements

Training in video photojournalism

Professional or college newsroom experience

Ability to carry up to 50 pounds of equipment

Experience with ENG trucks

Ability to work in all weather conditions

Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Proficiency with digital editing tools, including Adobe Premiere, Precis, and CNN platforms

Strong organizational and prioritization skills

Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards

Capacity to handle the stresses and pressures of time‑sensitive newscast production

Related military experience considered an asset

In‑person attendance required

Benefits
Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you.

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

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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