Videographer/Reporter

COMANCHE NATION - INDIAN TRIBE • Lawton, OK

2d • $15 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

The Online Reporter/Videographer for the Public Information Office works with the Public Information Office Director and IT Media to communicate with the public through online news, radio, podcasts, and web TV. The role creates informational videos for tribal programs and supports the publication and distribution of The Comanche Nation News and related social media content.

The position is based at Comanche Nation Headquarters in Lawton, Oklahoma. It is full-time, with a Monday–Friday schedule of 8 a.m.–5 p.m. and a flex schedule. The role requires travel and may involve work after 5 p.m., on weekends, during extended hours, or on short-notice schedule changes to cover tribal events. Work takes place in a professional and confidential PIO office and in the field, including outdoor environments throughout the year.

The position reports to the Public Information Office Director. Applicants must have a valid Oklahoma Driver’s License and be insurable under the Comanche Nation Motor Vehicle Policy. The posting lists a salary range of $15.00–$25.00 per hour and a two-year degree level.

Requirements

• Two-year degree in journalism, communications, or a closely related field, or two years of experience in the newspaper or communications field (listed as preferred qualifications).
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Cloud software, specifically Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Experience in digital photography and producing and editing videos.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Organization and time-management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to maintain a professional attitude in all situations.
• Knowledge of social media.
• Experience with different writing styles, including AP style for print and scripts for online.
• Comfort working with large, diverse groups and under strict time restrictions.
• Ability to work after 5 p.m. and on weekends when required.
• Ability to maintain ethical and objective reporting standards.
• Valid Oklahoma Driver’s License and eligibility for insurance under the Comanche Nation Motor Vehicle Policy.
• Ability to climb, crouch, pull, push, reach, stand, perform repetitive motions, grasp, walk, feel, touch, speak, hear, and see.
• Ability to move and lift computing equipment; lifting requirement of up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to work long hours upon request, accommodate unexpected shift changes for last-minute events, frequently get in and out of vehicles for newspaper deliveries, and sit, kneel, and stand for extended periods, including in inclement weather.

Nice To Haves

• Two-year degree in journalism, communications, or a closely related field, or two years of experience in the newspaper or communications field.

Responsibilities

• Work with the PIO Director and tribal program directors on daily news, information, and announcements for The Comanche Nation News webpage, podcast, videos, and social media.
• Ensure time-sensitive media releases reach the public promptly each day.
• Organize completed projects for tribal departments.
• Help the PIO and IT Media keep The Comanche Nation News website updated.
• Monitor PIO social media sites to ensure comments comply with site rules.
• Write online news articles and press releases for The Comanche Nation News webpage.
• Communicate with tribal departments about when information or announcements need to be posted and provide departments with copies of published information.
• Cover and write stories and take photographs for The Comanche Nation News and its social media pages.
• Produce and update informational videos for tribal departments for publication on the website.
• Help edit grammar and information in The Comanche Nation News.
• Help deliver newspapers to designated locations in Southwest and Central Oklahoma.
• Help check and log mail and email correspondence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Annual leave: 4 hours per pay period.
• Sick leave: 4 hours per pay period.
• Birthday leave.
• Bereavement leave: 5 paid days off for specified family members.
• 15 paid holidays.
• Medical insurance, 100% employer-paid for employee-only coverage.
• Dental insurance, 100% employer-paid for employee-only coverage.
• Life insurance, 100% employer-paid for employee-only coverage, with $40,000 coverage.
• 401(k) with up to a 3% match.
• Voluntary employee-paid benefits via payroll deduction, including medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible family members; short-term and long-term disability; additional employee life insurance; spouse and child life insurance; and AFLAC.

What This Job Offers

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