News Videojournalist (Per Diem)

Fox • Atlanta, NE

2d • Onsite

About The Position

FOX 5 Atlanta is seeking a flexible, highly skilled News Videojournalist (Per Diem) to join our award-winning news team on a part-time, as-needed basis. In this role, you will be on the front lines of coverage, gathering field interviews, shooting dynamic footage, editing on tight deadlines, and delivering live video/audio narration across our linear broadcast and streaming platforms.

Requirements

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a news videojournalist (or equivalent role) in a commercial TV newsroom.
• Skilled in news videography and editing under daily, high-stakes deadline pressure.
• Experience with (or ability to quickly learn) Sony video cameras, Adobe Premiere, BitCentral, iNews, LiveU/LU-Smart, and field audio equipment.
• Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and politely with public officials, news sources, station staff, and the general public.
• Strong digital literacy with an eagerness to adapt to evolving field technologies.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and an exemplary, clean driving record.
• Per diem scheduling requires operational agility to support breaking news and evolving coverage needs.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university preferred.

Responsibilities

• Shoot high-quality video, audio, and stills in the field, studio, and newsroom.
• Collaborate with reporters to produce compelling news packages using creative camera, lighting, and editing techniques.
• Present extended, unscripted live coverage from the field for our live stream—frequently working solo using smartphones, LU-Smart apps, and professional mobile audio/video gear.
• Collect facts, obtain on-scene interviews, and operate ENG/IP live transmission vehicles and gear during remote broadcasts.
• Edit news stories on deadline in the field or in the newsroom using non-linear editing software.
• Contribute video clips, stills, and story details to our digital and social media channels.
• Keep all assigned field gear clean, fully operational, and maintained.

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer status
• Consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• Consideration for employment of qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree