Local News Photographer at Hearst Westbrook, ME

Local News Photographer job at Hearst. We are looking for a photographer with the ability to capture the essence of what's happening in the field, and then bring it vividly into the homes of our viewers. You will work with and report to the News Director. Responsibilities Shooting and editing of VOs, VO-SOTs and packages for broadcast air and online postings Work with the Assignment Desk and Reporters to cover daily stories Shoot on assigned professional camera equipment Edit in Adobe Premiere and use ENG, SNG, and wireless data to feed completed work to the station Gather video and still pictures for digital platforms Work with reporters and producers to ensure the best content and facts are gathered Work with producers to ensure their creative vision is accomplished with vivid video and natural sound Coordinate incoming video elements from crews in the field Work with catalog systems to save/store, record and locate necessary video Produce and publish content to our online platforms Organization and attention to gear/equipment maintenance Requirements Training in the art of video photojournalism Professional or college experience in a newsroom Carry up to 50 pounds of equipment Experience with ENG trucks Can work in all weather conditions Have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record Must operate digital editing tools Must have computer and software experience; knowledge of Adobe Premiere, Precis, and CNN platforms Can organize and prioritize Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production Related military experience will be considered In-person attendance is required Diversity Statement Hearst