Photographer

For more than 60 years, ABC12 has been part of the Mid-Michigan community. If you are looking for an opportunity to make a change or challenge your skills, the award-winning team of ABC12 could be the perfect home for you too. The Photographer is responsible for shooting and editing video for broadcast each day, communicating with show producers, and news reporters. • Properly maintain camera, editing equipment, and station vehicle • Communicate with reporters, writers, and producers on video needed for news stories • Operate live ENG and Broadband live equipment and related vehicles • Keep track of edited news stories for broadcast; maintain archive • Respond to breaking news or urgent newsroom situations • Collect information by interviewing and taking notes as needed (e.g. news conferences) • Must demonstrate the drive to grow and learn, as well as offer creativity every day • Ability to work well with co-workers and in a professional manner • Observe all safety regulations in-house and when in the field • Proactive in collaborating story ideas with news team daily • One year previous news photography experience is a requirement with experience lighting shots needed • Previous edit experience with Grass Valley edit systems or equivalent required • Capable of gathering information and interviews when necessary; conduct online research • Ability to shoot and edit video in sequences that help tell the story for on-air and on-line • Knowledge of lighting and use of natural sound • Must be able to work well under pressure with limited supervision and daily deadlines • Strong initiative and attention to detail is required • Ability to remain positive and foster a positive work environment • Understanding of and ability to follow and enforce the journalistic code of ethic • Must be capable of working well with others in challenging work environments to produce the best product for the viewer • Must be able to walk for extended periods while carrying equipment, carrying up to 75 pounds