News Photographer/ Videojournalist

Job Description

News Photographer/ Videojournalist - WBTV

About WBTV:

WBTV was the first television station to sign on in the Carolinas. WBTV is dedicated to being 'On Your Side' in the community empowering viewers with award-winning newscasts and in-depth local journalism. WBTV is in the Charlotte DMA and broadcasts to a viewing area made up of 22 counties within North Carolina and South Carolina. WBTV First Alert Weather is the area's only certified most accurate forecast for eight years.

To learn more visit: www.wbtv.com

Job Summary/Description:

WBTV is looking for a creative, aggressive visual storyteller. A journalism or communication background is a big plus. We're looking for a self-motivated, excellent communicator who can work independently and as part of a team.

Primary duties include gathering video, interviews, and information, editing for broadcast and digital/social platforms, setting up/executing multiple live shots per shift, and other duties as assigned. WBTV is a legacy station with a proud history in local news. If you're looking for an environment to grow and learn alongside a top-tier team of visual journalists, please consider this opportunity. Please include a reel or examples of your work. They will be reviewed!

Duties/Responsible for (but not limited to) the following:
- Gather video, interviews, and information for news stories
- Edit video for broadcast and digital/social platforms
- Set up and execute live shots
- Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:
• ️ Schedule flexibility is a must. This is a full-time hourly position and may include working overnight, holidays, and weekends as well as some overtime. When you apply online include a link to samples of work. Candidates must be able to successfully complete a pre-employment MVR. Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds.

If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your resume, cover letter, and references (include demo reel of work)

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

WBTV-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company

Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g4pwk7-3-137-177-255-42 in your application.