Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is hiring: Photographer III, Chief in Knoxville

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

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 coaches 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, fax machines and other office equipment

Strong PC/MS Office experience

Experience with video recording equipment and camera technology

Experience with satellite trucks

Significant experience evaluating, selecting and operating video recording equipment

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

All employees must first contact their current manager before applying for an Internal position.

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