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Chief Photographer

Posted at 12:35 PM, Apr 27, 2016
and last updated 2016-04-27 12:35:34-04

Job Title:  Chief Photographer

Station:  WTKR TV3   Norfolk, VA                                    

Reports To:  News Operations Manager, News Director, Assistant News Director

 Purpose/reason for this Position:

The Chief Photographer will be responsible for training and directing a staff of photojournalists. This is a hands on role which will also include shooting and editing stories in non-linear format, setting up microwave and satellite shots. Must be able to work weekends, longer hours or varying shifts when necessary to meet production and broadcast deadlines.

Core Job Functions:

50% Shoot and edit.
30% Direct, train, and critique photographers.
10% Set up and operate microwave and sat truck
5% Coordinate with engineering on the maintenance of the news vehicle fleet and photography gear.
5% Post to web or other multi-media platforms

  • Must be a team player
  • Must be able to meet deadlines, multi-task while maintaining a great attitude
  • Must be able to edit and shoot media, operate ENG Trucks and post to social media
  • Produce content for multiple platforms.
  • Maintain an active social media presence to connect with the community.
  • Must be able to work flexible hours including night, weekends and overnights
  • Ability to work with reporters and Multimedia Journalists, as well as independently be able to gather and meet news deadlines is required.
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications – Knowledge Skills & Abilities required:

  • 2 years of professional News Photography
  • Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license
  • Experience with Final Cut X editing is preferred
  • Must be able to work under pressure, stress and deadlines

Education Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree is strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements:

  • Dexterity to operate camera
  • Must be able to lift and carry between 25 and 50 pounds on a regular basis

Relationships:

INTERNAL CONTACTS: Executive Producer, News Director, Assistant News Director, Anchors/Reporters and Photographers

EXTERNAL CONTACTS: General Public