Photojournalist, San Francisco - Spectrum News

Photojournalist
This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment‑based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Are you passionate about video storytelling? Do you know how to catch a viewer’s eye and make a newscast visually compelling? Apply to be a Photojournalist at Spectrum News.

Part of Charter Communications, Spectrum News is a network of over 30 hyper‑local news and regional sports networks dedicated to producing original, unbiased and high‑quality content. We use innovative journalistic approaches, backed by comprehensive research, to engage and inform viewers on the most essential news, issues and events taking place in their communities.

Beyond TV news distribution, our newsrooms publish via the Spectrum News app and connected television. We’re committed to providing viewers with 24‑hour news—no matter how, when and where they want it.

BE PART OF THE CONNECTION
As a Photojournalist, you’ll work with a team of talented journalists to shoot and edit material for newscasts. You’ll elevate stories by incorporating footage with fresh angles, lighting and points of view. You’ll be part of a collaborative team that creates compelling, timely and accurate content to connect with viewers across traditional and digital platforms.

What Our Photojournalists Enjoy Most

Working both independently and alongside a supportive team

Using the latest technology to tell character‑driven stories

Connecting with neighbors to capture footage at local events

Telling stories across platforms including TV, connected television and digital

Required Qualifications

Experience: Shooting and editing television news footage – 5+ years

Education: Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field, or comparable television work experience

Technical Skills: Operation of ENG/SNG/Satellite vehicles and bonded cellular streaming

Skills: Knowledge of how to clearly communicate solutions; ability to relate to populations and ages

Abilities: Positive attitude and eagerness to solve problems, lifting and carrying up to 100 pounds, ability to distinguish colors and discern sounds

Travel Ability: Must be open to travel to discover the important stories in your neighborhood and willing to interact with the community

Schedule: Ability to work different shifts, be flexible with schedule changes and able to cover stand‑by responsibilities when assigned

Valid driver's license for authorized driving in the state of residence

Preferred Qualifications

DSNG experience

Working Conditions

Works inside in a climate‑controlled environment and outside throughout the year and may be subjected to various weather conditions that could include extreme heat or cold conditions

Drives company vehicle to and from different locations in a safe manner by obeying all traffic laws

The base pay for this position generally is between $20.00 and $43.30. The actual compensation offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience and location. We comply with local wage minimums and certain positions are eligible for additional forms of incentive‑based compensation such as bonuses.

A qualified applicant’s criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.

Spectrum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including job seekers with disabilities and veterans.

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