Photographer II, WMAR

WMAR , the Scripps ABC affiliate in Baltimore, Maryland, is seeking a talented

Photographer

to capture and tell the stories that matter to our community. In this full‑time, onsite role, you'll be the visual storyteller behind the news, working alongside our newsroom team to create compelling content that informs and engages viewers across multiple platforms. If you're passionate about visual journalism and thrive in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment, we want to hear from you!

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Capture and edit visual content for multiple platforms.

Operate and maintain live equipment including microwave, satellite and related news gathering equipment.

Work in tandem with newsroom personnel to create and develop news stories.

Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

Associate's degree in related discipline preferred.

Generally 2+ years of experience in related field preferred.

Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

Proficiency with lighting and computer‑based editing.

Proficiency with live microwave truck operation.

Knowledge and demonstration of creativity, editorial judgment, journalistic ethics and libel laws.

Knowledge of and proficiency in posting content to station's websites.

Able to work efficiently under multiple deadlines on a daily basis.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

WHERE YOU'LL LIVE, WORK AND PLAY:
Baltimore is a city of neighborhoods, each with its own distinct character and charm. From the historic cobblestone streets of Fells Point to the vibrant arts scene in Station North, Baltimore offers a rich tapestry of culture, history, and innovation. As a resident, you'll enjoy world‑class museums like the Walters Art Museum and the American Visionary Art Museum, catch a game at Camden Yards or M&T Bank Stadium, and explore the iconic Inner Harbor with its waterfront dining and entertainment.

The city's food scene is legendary—from authentic crab cakes and pit beef to a thriving farm‑to‑table movement. Baltimore's location gives you the best of both worlds: you're just an hour from Washington, D.C., and two hours from Philadelphia, while the Chesapeake Bay and its recreational opportunities are right at your doorstep. With affordable housing compared to other East Coast cities, a growing tech and creative economy, and a strong sense of community pride, Baltimore is a place where you can build both your career and your life.

COMPENSATION RANGE:
Hourly: $29.80 - $30.70. Pursuant to state and local salary transparency laws, the salary range posted is specific to candidates who will perform this work in Maryland.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:

A career path to grow your professional experiences.

Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits.

Retirement savings plan with company match.

Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, pet discount program, and employee assistance program. More details about timing and conditions of benefits eligibility and other plan terms and conditions will be provided upon hire.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, or military membership or veteran status, and will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.

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