Part Time Photojournalist

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

WPHL-TV is seeking a part-time photojournalist for the PHL17 News team. The role gathers video and sound to create compelling visual stories, prepares material on deadline for live newscasts, and shoots content for social media. The photojournalist must understand laws and ethical guidelines related to newsgathering, exercise sound judgment, and work effectively under pressure and multiple deadlines. The position involves working with station talent and other newsroom colleagues and may require discussing breaking news live on air.

Requirements

BS/BA or equivalent degree in journalism or a related field.
Physically able to carry at least 25 pounds of equipment.
Valid driver's license.
Working knowledge of cameras and MacBook computers.
Strong people skills.
Self-starter and self-motivated to work with a diverse group of people.
Able to handle stressful situations and deadlines.
Able to work assigned shifts, which may include nights, weekends, and overnights.

Nice To Haves

Ability to shoot, edit, and track packages.

Responsibilities

Gather video and sound to tell compelling television news stories.
Maintain and take responsibility for station gear.
Maintain a station vehicle.
Understand the editing process and the technical aspects of Adobe Premiere and editing software.
Use creative graphic and production techniques to enhance stories.
Operate and maintain Dejero equipment for live daily newscasts.
Work independently and use sound judgment about stories, images, and sound used in news stories.
React to breaking news quickly and efficiently.
Keep current with local, state, and national events and issues.
Work with station talent to develop story ideas and generate creative ideas for individual stories.
Work efficiently under multiple daily deadlines.
Follow ethical and legal guidelines concerning news stories.
Work respectfully with news managers, reporters, editors, anchors, engineers, and producers.
Discuss breaking news stories live on air when needed.
Perform other tasks as assigned by news management.