Photojournalist/Editor - Ksfy

Gray Media • Sioux Falls, SD

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Dakota News Now is looking for a full-time photojournalist and video editor to join our news team. We’re looking for someone who has a great eye for photography and someone who can tell a story with video for broadcast and digital platforms.

Requirements

• Associate or bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, film or related field
• Ability to operate a field camera, editing software and lighting and audio equipment equipment
• Proficient in LiveU/TVU technology & other mobile news gathering, including use of GoPros, TVU Anywhere App, editing and sending back video/packages from the field
• Ability to lift/carry equipment ranging from 35-50 lbs.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast paced newsroom environment
• Ability to work well with others in a team-oriented environment
• Self-starter with the ability to follow through on projects until completion
• Attention to detail, along with the ability to work effectively under tight deadlines
• Ability to represent station professionally/responsibly in the community and newsroom, and on social media

Nice To Haves

• Experience in television news photography is preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate

Responsibilities

• Shoot and edit video of various news events and live coverage for our daily news broadcasts
• Operate high-tech multimedia equipment
• Maintain assigned gear and drive a company vehicle
• Must have excellent news judgment and journalism ethics
• Must possess good organizational and time management skills
• While primarily a Monday-Friday position, must be willing to work longer hours and different days as needed

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
• Compliance with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
• Prohibition of any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree