Visual Journalist

Visual Journalist
Are you a creative, hard worker inspired by the opportunity to fuse a documentary aesthetic with journalistic ethics? Access Framingham is seeking a dynamic Visual Journalist to join a media‑first, award‑winning non‑profit local news program, The Frame. This multidimensional position works alongside the News Supervisor to directly engage with the community in telling authentic stories, news reporting, and spotlighting local voices. This is a full‑time, non‑exempt position reporting to the Executive Director. Some evening and weekend work is required.

DUTIES

End‑to‑end production of short news stories in horizontal and vertical formats

Lead on field productions, such as documentary‑style and person‑on‑the‑street

Provide on‑the‑ground interviews and interact with the community to source stories

Support in the production of studio broadcasts and podcasts

Repackage and recirculate content for social and produce social‑first pieces

Serve as on‑air talent when appropriate

Collaborate on short and long‑term story assignments

Incorporate other modalities such as explainers, data visualizations, and text‑based motion graphics as needed

Work with the senior staff to comply with production workflows, protocols, and procedures

Other duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS & DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Associate or bachelor’s degree in journalism, filmmaking, communications, or related field. A high school diploma or equivalent may be considered with relevant experience

3+ years of combined experience in video content creation

A firm commitment to journalism standards and practices

Demonstrable professional experience producing news, documentary‑style, educational, or other scripted video and audio projects

Outgoing personality and capacity to meaningfully engage with a diverse population

Expert‑level proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere, After Effects, Audition, Illustrator)

Some experience developing storyboards and writing scripts

Ability to interact and communicate effectively with senior leaders; ability to pitch a project idea and/or discuss a project scope with senior leaders

Portuguese or Spanish language proficiency a plus

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a valid Massachusetts driver's license and use of your vehicle

Work will require off‑site video productions, including setup and breakdown

Must be able to lift and move 40 lbs when needed

Compensation
$46,000 - $52,000 commensurate with experience

Benefits

Paid vacation time in the first year

Medical and Dental benefits

Retirement Plan with a company match

Investment in your professional growth through coaching, training, and professional development

Access Framingham invites candidates from underrepresented and marginalized communities to apply for this position. AFTV is committed to offering equal opportunities to all potential employees and has zero tolerance for discrimination. We welcome applicants irrespective of age, sex, race, ethnicity, disability, and other factors that have no bearing on an individual’s ability to perform their job.

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