News Photographer

Hearst Television•Lancaster Township, PA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

WGAL-TV, the Hearst Television NBC affiliate located in the Lancaster-Lebanon-Harrisburg-York, PA market, has an opening for a photojournalist who embraces the mission of impactful storytelling through visual media. We are seeking a self-motivated photographer with the ability to capture the essence of what’s happening in the field and then bring it vividly into the homes and screens of our viewers. This member of our team will spend several hours each day out in the field shooting, editing, and executing live shots for stories. The winning candidate will need to be tech savvy and up to date on the most modern aspects of our medium. You must be able to shoot with Sony XD Cam or similar ENG camera and to work with GoPro, iPhone, and other video formats to be edited in Adobe Premiere. This team member would create visual content for our social media platforms and digital products daily. Candidates should be familiar with utilizing ENG, SNG, or wireless data to transfer completed work to the station. Excellent editing skills, exceptional time-management abilities, effective communication style, organization, and knowledge of Adobe Premiere and use of other video sharing platforms is critical. An excellent eye for video and the highest journalistic standards is a must. If you are quick acting, quicker thinking, and technically savvy, we want you working in our newsroom. This role reports to the News Director.

Requirements

Computer and software experience is beneficial
Previous newsroom experience preferred
Related military experience will be highly considered
Can easily carry up to 50 pounds of equipment
Efficient operation of ENG trucks and TVU live units
Can work in all weather conditions
Can operate large vehicles, must have a valid driver’s license and a near-perfect driving record
Exceptional ability to operate digital editing tools
Can organize and prioritize
Familiar with video sharing services such as Drop Box, One Drive, We Transfer or similar apps
A self-starter - someone with a go getter attitude is favorable
Ability to work under pressure, making quick decisions
Good interpersonal skills
Equivalent military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) and associated experience will be highly regarded
In-person attendance is required

Responsibilities

Shooting and editing of VOs, VO-SOTs and packages for Broadcast Air and On-line postings
Working with the Assignment Desk and Reporters to cover daily stories
Gathers video and still pictures for digital platforms
Produces vertical video, compelling content for social media platforms
Working with reporters and producers to ensure the best content and facts are gathered
Working with producers to ensure their creative vision is executed with vivid video and natural sound