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
- Interested candidates must apply at www.wtkr.com or www.tribunemedia.com. Please include a link of your recent work.