Chief Photographer

The Chief Photographer oversees the day-to-day operations of the news photojournalist team which includes news photographers. The Chief Photographer is also responsible for the maintenance of all photography technology and equipment at the station, including station vehicles.

Manages staff of news photographers/editors

Plans and manages staffing, training, and performance evaluations for the photographers

Makes decisions regarding hiring, evaluation, promotion of employees

Maintains all photography technology and equipment for the station

Trains and coach’s photographer and MMJ staff

Assigns projects to staff and ensures logistics and shot requirements meet established standards

Performs photographer duties as required

Plans photography needs for live news and station remotes

Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills:

Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience

Fluency in English

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

Minimum five years’ experience as a photographer in a television broadcasting environment, with at least three years’ experience in a leadership role

Experience guiding, directing and motivating subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance

Experience establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them

Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills

Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, and other office equipment

Strong PC/MS Office experience

Experience with video recording equipment and camera technology

Significant experience evaluating, selecting, and operating video recording equipment

Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Compensation - $70,000 per year commensurate with experience and skill level

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Please remember to upload a copy of your resume and include a link to your work.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

KTXL Fox40 will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if KTXL Fox40 is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report

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Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.