Chief Photojournalist

Job Description

KREM 2 Media Group in Spokane, WA is looking for a Chief Photojournalist to join the news department's leadership team. A successful candidate is someone who will be a mentor/resource to KREM's MSJs and Photojournalists/Editors, be an integral part of the station's big coverage plans, balance multiple projects, several deadlines, pay close attention to details, be a good communicator and uphold high journalistic standards to get our news on-air and to our digital platforms. This is an exempt/salary position that reports to the Assistant News Director.

Responsibilities:
• Collaboratively develop and refine visual standard best practices, trainings and department workflows
• Provide feedback and mentorship to team/direct reports on regular basis
• Creative storytelling with the highest journalistic standards
• Lead photojournalism team in planning and execution for special coverage (i.e. sweeps, elections, sports, community events and field anchoring)
• Train new MSJs and Photojournalists/Editors on gear and systems specific to those jobs and let leadership know when those new team members are ready to work independently in the field
• Be main person on content team to oversee satellite and microwave truck operations
• Manage gear for MSJs and Photojournalists/Editors
• Be main person on content team to oversee technology updates for MSJs and Photojournalists/Editors
• Serve as liaison with KREM's Operations Supervisor on status of station's vehicle fleet
• Maintain video archive system for content team
• Be an active member of day-to-day content generation in the field
• Be able to step in and help with show editing when needed
• Operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations
• Collaborate with fellow news leaders to celebrate team's success and address performance concerns
• Oversee scheduling for direct reports
• Be part of team that sources candidates for open positions
• Perform other tasks as required by leadership team

Job Requirements:

Requirements:
• 5+ years experience required
• College degree in relevant field and/or relevant training and certification history
• Self-motivated leader with proven problem-solving abilities
• Commitment to continuing to foster a culture of teamwork, collaboration and innovation
• Keen knowledge and interest in emerging technologies and industry best practices
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills and organizational skills
• Ability to make quick, sound, ethical decisions while working under strict deadlines
• Willingness to work overtime, flexible shifts, and holidays as needed
• Strong computer skills in a mobile environment
• Ability to multi-task and juggle high-profile projects with attention-to-detail
• Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 63 television stations in 51 US markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA's OTT advertising service. For more information, visit

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