Photojournalist

PHOTOJOURNALIST

KTVN 2 News Nevada of Reno, NV, a CBS affiliate, is looking for a Photojournalist. The right person for this role will have an eye for photographic composition and video storytelling. Understanding the basics of good journalism and possessing the ability to gather accurate information about stories is a must as they work in cooperation with the news managers, producers, reporters and other news photographers.

Responsibilities

Video photographing news stories using modern cameras and video equipment


Editing these stories for play-back during the station’s newscasts and on its digital platforms with sound in a crisp, clean, and creative manner


Operating bonded-cellular and microwave live equipment


Produce video for stories, which will be interesting to the people of our viewing area


Use all tools of the profession to make these news stories as compelling as possible


Story Concept (5%), equipment maintenance (5%), video photography (60%), editing (25%), and live production (5%)

Qualities and Requirements

Valid driver’s license with clean driving record


High school diploma or equivalent is required


At least one year in TV newsroom preferred


Ability to operate modern video cameras, editors and live equipment


Be able to lift 40-pound objects, grip and twist locking grips on photographic tripod and camera mount


Make split-second decisions in the field about how a news story should be covered behind the lens

NOTE: This position sometimes requires long working hours. To perform this job successfully, this person must have a commitment to the profession, which transcends the mentality of a typical 9-5 worker. This job may require working nights, weekends, and holidays because of the unscheduled and immediate nature of the news business.

To apply, please click ‘apply’ to submit your resume and/or email your resume and examples of your work to [email protected].

Benefits

Health, Life, and Vision Insurance
401K Contribution
Holiday Pay
…and more!

Sarkes Tarzian is an equal-opportunity employer.