Photojournalist

Hubbard Broadcasting•Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN

About The Position

The Photojournalist shoots and edits video and audio for daily newscasts, special programming, station websites, and social media. The role requires producing steady, well-lit, sequenced footage with clean audio and natural sound while working under tight deadlines, both in the field and in-house. The Photojournalist uses camera movement, tripods, or steady bags and wide, medium, and tight shots to tell stories visually. Editing duties include news stories, VOs, VO/SOTs, setups, and reporter packages, using non-linear editing platforms such as Adobe and Final Cut Pro. The position also involves learning and performing multi-layer editing and effects, including witness protection, video highlighting, color correction, and Photoshop. The Photojournalist may conduct interviews, work closely with reporters on packages and live shots, and contribute story ideas during editorial meetings. They communicate and collaborate throughout the day with newsroom colleagues, respond to breaking news and changing assignments, and may travel locally, nationally, or internationally. Shifts may change, and the role may require alternate schedules, additional hours, and coverage of breaking news. The Photojournalist drives company vehicles, follows vehicle and traffic safety procedures, and maintains equipment and vehicle condition. The position requires professional and courteous representation of the station, a neat appearance, a valid driver’s license, and a clean driving record as determined by the company. Work takes place in varied environments, including outdoors and in extreme weather, noisy or distracting locations, and uneven terrain. Physical tasks include operating camera and editing equipment, standing for extended periods, moving quickly, and lifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

Must possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record as determined by the company; a driving record check is required.
Must be proficient with current broadcast cameras and editing equipment.
Must have knowledge and expertise in non-linear editing.
Must be able to work independently and with a reporter.
Must be reliable and able to work additional hours and travel as required.
Must have good news judgment and a thorough understanding of daily news content.
Must be able to read, write, and speak English well.
Must be able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Must have manual dexterity to operate camera and editing equipment.
Must be able to lift, carry, and move with up to 50 pounds of equipment.
Must be able to work in noisy, distracting environments and extreme weather and landscape conditions.
Must be able to stand for long periods, move quickly over uneven and unfamiliar terrain, and drive news vehicles.
Must be able to listen and respond verbally to others in English.

Nice To Haves

Minimum two years of TV news photography and editing experience is preferred.
Ability to learn and operate ENG trucks is preferred.

Responsibilities

Shoot steady, sequenced, well-lit video with clean audio and natural sound for newscasts, specials, station websites, and social media.
Use camera movement, tripods, or steady bags and a variety of shot sizes to tell stories visually.
Edit video and audio for news stories, VOs, VO/SOTs, setups, and reporter packages using appropriate editing techniques and platforms.
Perform multi-layer editing and effects, including witness protection, highlighting video clips, color correction, and Photoshop.
Conduct interviews when needed, using questions developed independently or supplied by newsroom staff.
Work with reporters to produce packages and live shots for daily newscasts.
Learn local streets and highways, operate GPS, and travel to assignments as required.
Learn and use new technology and equipment, including cameras, servers, and editing platforms.
Communicate and collaborate with newsroom staff about assigned stories and other work.
Check in face-to-face with the Assignment Desk after returning to the station and assist others proactively.
Respond to breaking news, crisis situations, last-minute changes, and unexpected assignments while communicating clearly with relevant staff and talent.
Attend editorial and other meetings prepared, interact professionally, and contribute story ideas.
Stay informed about local, national, and world news and developments in the community.
Work assigned shifts, which may change; fill in for absent coworkers and work alternate schedules or additional hours when needed.
Drive company vehicles safely, obey traffic laws, report vehicle issues and traffic incidents, and follow take-home vehicle guidelines when applicable.
Keep vehicles clean and in good condition and ensure equipment is in working order.
Build working relationships with coworkers, customers, vendors, and the public, and represent the station professionally.
Maintain a neat and presentable appearance on the job.