Photojournalist

Job Description

Photojournalist - WBTV

PHOTOJOURNALIST (Special Projects) - WBTV

About WBTV:

WBTV was the first television station to sign on in the Carolinas and is considered the ''most trustworthy source of news and information'' in the area according to research. WBTV First Alert Weather is the certified most accurate forecast for the market as measured by WeatheRate. Being ''On Your Side'' for viewers, clients and the community is the guiding principle of WBTV and helps drive its award-winning newscasts and quality local journalism. Visit www.wbtv.com to learn more.

Job Summary/Description:

WBTV is looking for a bold, enterprising visual storyteller. This is not an entry-level photographer position. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, excellent communicator who can work independently and as part of a team, turning stories with a reporter, and creating and contributing to feature, investigative, and long-format pieces. Primary duties include gathering video, interviews, and information, editing for broadcast and digital/ social platforms, setting up/ executing live shots, and other duties as assigned. The shift may include weekends. WBTV is a legacy station with a proud history in local news. Please include a reel or examples of your work. They will be reviewed!

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- 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. Please apply online and attach a resume with a cover letter as well as a link to samples of work. Candidates must be able to 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

(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-r7oy69-3-17-141-193-42 in your application.