Photojournalist

Photojournalist Job Description
Local 3 News, WRCB-TV of Chattanooga is seeking an entry-level photojournalist. The right person for this role will have an eye for photographic composition, understand the basics of good journalism, and possess the ability to gather accurate information about stories to work in cooperation with the news director, assignment manager, producers, and reporters.

Responsibilities

Photographing news stories using modern cameras and video equipment

Editing these stories for play‑back during the station’s newscasts with sound in a crisp, clean, and creative manner

Operating microwave equipment

Produce video for stories that will interest the people of our viewing area

Use all tools of the profession to make these news stories as compelling as possible

Story Concept (5%), equipment maintenance (5%), photography (60%), editing (25%), and live production (5%)

Qualities And Requirements

Valid driver’s license with clean driving record

High school diploma or equivalent is required

Must be flexible with schedule, reliable, and dependable

Experience in photojournalism, editing, and content management systems

Demonstrate news judgement and understand the tenants of ethical journalism

Ability to lift up to 40 lbs of photography equipment

Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events

NOTE: This position sometimes requires long working hours. To perform this job successfully, this person must have a commitment to the profession, which transcends the mentality of a typical 9‑5 worker. This job may require working nights, weekends, and holidays because of the unscheduled and immediate nature of the news business.

Benefits

Health, Life, and Vision Insurance

401K Contribution

Holiday Pay

…and more!

If interested, please email your resume to ECollins@SarkesTarzian.com.

Sarkes Tarzian, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

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