Sports Photographer/Editor

Tegna • Toledo, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the WTOL 11 Big Board Friday sports team and help bring Northwest Ohio's biggest high school football stories to viewers every Friday night. We're looking for a seasonal freelance photographer/editor who enjoys sports, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and can capture the excitement of Friday night football. This role is responsible for shooting highlights at assigned high school football games and editing compelling content for use on WTOL 11's Big Board Friday coverage.

Requirements

• Experience with professional video cameras and non-linear editing systems preferred.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong storytelling and visual composition skills.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift and carry camera equipment.
• Must be available every Friday evening throughout the high school football season (approximately 16 weeks).
• Knowledge of football and sports production is a plus but not required.
• Dependable, organized, and able to work independently.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of football and sports production is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Travel to assigned high school football games every Friday evening.
• Capture high-quality video of game action, interviews, and atmosphere.
• Edit highlights and packages for broadcast under tight deadlines.
• Coordinate with producers, sports anchors, and newsroom staff throughout the evening.
• Safely operate station camera equipment and vehicle (if applicable).
• Meet all deadlines while maintaining WTOL 11's high production standards.

Benefits

• Two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
• Access to dental and eye care coverage
• Fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) program with a 100% match on the first 4% of pay
• Nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc for all employees and eligible family members
• 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health for all employees and eligible family members
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit
• Nine paid holidays per year

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed