News Photographer

Job Description

Fox Television Stations is one of the nation's largest owned-and-operated network broadcast groups, comprising 29 stations in 18 markets and covering over 37% of US television homes. This includes seven duopolies in the top 10 markets: New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco, Washington, DC and Houston; as well as duopolies in Minneapolis, Phoenix, Orlando and Seattle.

JOB DESCRIPTION

FOX 5 Atlanta is seeking a highly motivated News Photographer. The Photographer shoots video, gathers information and interviews in the field; edits video content for broadcast; shoots live remotes as assigned.
• Shoots video, audio and stills in the field, newsroom and studio
• Collects information and obtains interviews at the scene of news events
• Edits news stories on deadline in the field and in the newsroom
• Contributes to station website and social media channels with information, stills and video
• Operates audio, video and live transmission equipment for live remote broadcasts
• Maintains equipment assigned and keeps it clean and operational
• Alerts supervisors about needed repairs
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements
• Skilled in video photography and editing on deadline
• Communicate clearly and deal effectively/politely with the public, public officials and staff
• Computer literate
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record

A Bachelor's degree from a four year college or university preferred. Three years of experience as a photojournalist or equivalent in the news department of a commercial television station. The ability to write and produce packaged reports for air and digital platforms is a plus.

At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company's success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.

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