Photojournalist
Core
Create shareable and exciting photojournalism content for television, social media, and mobile platforms, including live news-gathering and on-air performance.
Role type
Entry-level photojournalist (video & audio)
Builds
Daily news, sports, features, and documentary-style stories for TV and digital
Domain
Local news broadcasting
Required skills
photography, non-linear editing, live news-gathering, video/audio capture, news judgment, writing, vehicle operation
Preferred skills
NPPA membership, EDIUS proficiency, newsroom experience
Technologies
ENG trucks, IP video-based live units (TVU), EDIUS, CMS
Responsibilities
Capture video and audio for compelling stories; operate ENG trucks or live units; work solo or in teams on daily assignments; attend editorial meetings; use creative production techniques like graphics and webcam interviews; handle live breaking news situations.
Seniority
Junior, hands-on IC