Visual Journalist & Storyteller

Job Description

ABC10, the TEGNA-owned, ABC affiliate station in Sacramento, CA is looking for a Visual Journalist & Storyteller to join the award-winning ABC10 Originals team. Candidates should show they can shoot, edit, and execute deeper level enterprise stories including investigations and news specials. Our ideal candidate is familiar with the latest video equipment to tell visual stories, editing tools and techniques.

Responsibilities:
• Shoot and edit stories.
• Scout shoot locations in collaboration with reporters.
• Shoot and edit half-hour and hour-specials.
• Collaborate with reporters in the production process of long-form stories.
• Work with our legal team to get stories vetted and approved for air.
• Use the latest editing and photography tools including premiere and aftereffects to shoot and edit multiple versions of the same stories and adapt to broadcast, web, YouTube, OTT and social platforms.
• Perform post-production work that includes color grading footage.
• Knowledgeable in advance lighting skills for broadcast.
• Mirrorless and Sony FS series camera experience preferred.
• Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance stories.
• Advance storytelling experienced required.
• Help cover breaking and general assignments stories on occasions and based on news needs of the day.

Job Requirements:
• BA/BS in journalism, communications, or related field
• 3-5 years of experience preferred
• Clear understanding of the principles of journalism
• Knowledge of S-log and other log picture profiles
• Advanced experience in Adobe Premiere and some experience in After Effects
• Experience in photojournalism, editing, and content management systems
• Demonstrated social media proficiency, including an active news gathering on platforms like Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
• Member and active participant in NPPA/IRE preferred
• Demonstrated news judgment, writing skills, photography experience, and non-linear editing skills.
• Must be flexible with schedule, reliable and dependable

Budgeted Compensation Range: $24.52 - $29.81/hourly

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r1xn1y-216-73-216-105-42 in your application.