Chief Photographer

Fox • Dallas, TX

16d • $46 - $50

About The Position

The Vision KDFW FOX 4 is seeking a forward-thinking Chief Photographer to lead our award-winning visual team into the next generation of news. We aren’t just looking for a manager; we are looking for a visual architect who will bridge the gap between traditional broadcast excellence and the frontier of streaming and social media. As the Chief, you will be the catalyst for change—empowering a veteran crew with new technologies, fostering a digital-first storytelling culture, and ensuring FOX 4 remains the visual leader in one of the nation's most competitive markets.
Key Leadership & Innovation Responsibilities Transformational Leadership: Recruit, mentor, and inspire a diverse team of photojournalists. You will move beyond "scheduling" to active coaching—conducting regular critiques and workshops to elevate the station's visual brand. Next-Gen News Gathering: Lead the deployment of IP-based systems, cellular delivery, and emerging technologies. You will identify and implement tools that streamline content creation for FOX 4’s streaming platforms and social media channels. Visual Identity & Quality Control: Set and maintain the highest standards for visual storytelling. You will ensure that every frame—whether on a 70-inch 4K TV or a smartphone screen—reflects the urgency and quality of the FOX 4 brand. Strategic Fleet & Gear Management: Partner with Engineering to modernize our ENG fleet and field gear. You will turn our mobile units into agile, high-tech hubs capable of sophisticated multi-platform distribution. Operational Excellence: Manage administrative duties, including scheduling and safety compliance, with a focus on efficiency and proactive problem-solving.

Requirements

• Strategic Technical Mastery: Deep expertise in video/audio production and transmission (Satellite, Cellular Bonding, and IP-based workflows)
• Digital Fluency: A strong understanding of how visual storytelling differs across platforms (Broadcast vs. YouTube vs. TikTok/Instagram)
• High-Pressure Leadership: The ability to make critical, calm decisions during breaking news and emergency scenarios
• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills to act as the primary liaison between field crews and News Management
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years in a high-intensity television broadcast environment (Top 25 market experience preferred)
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Radio/TV, or a related field

Nice To Haves

• A proven track record of successfully integrating new technologies into a legacy newsroom environment

Responsibilities

• Recruit, mentor, and inspire a diverse team of photojournalists
• Conduct regular critiques and workshops to elevate the station's visual brand
• Lead the deployment of IP-based systems, cellular delivery, and emerging technologies
• Identify and implement tools that streamline content creation for FOX 4’s streaming platforms and social media channels
• Set and maintain the highest standards for visual storytelling
• Partner with Engineering to modernize our ENG fleet and field gear
• Manage administrative duties, including scheduling and safety compliance, with a focus on efficiency and proactive problem-solving

Benefits

• medical/dental/vision
• insurance
• a 401(k) plan
• paid time off
• other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents
• Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager