News Photographer

About the Job

News Photographer

Position Summary:
The Photographer videotapes various news events and edits tape for daily news broadcasts.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
 Functions as staff photographer, creatively shooting and editing video of daily general assignments and spot news stories.
 Effectively use existing technology to enhance story coverage.
 Maintain/operate satellite truck.
 Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications – All must be met to be considered.
High school graduate or GED equivalent. College degree preferred. Video photography courses or seminars preferred. Three years experience in all phases of news photography and editing. Understanding of technological aspects of television news gathering.

Skills and Abilities
 Understanding of technological aspects of television news gathering.
 Superior skills of video photography and editing.
 Ability to shoot and edit with speed, efficiency, and creativity.
 Ability to produce high quality news stories.
 Ability to maintain all assigned equipment in excellent working condition.
 Ability to work a flexible work schedule.
 Must have a valid Oregon or Washington State driver’s license.