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Chief Photographer

WOWT

Omaha, NE 09-15-2022
 
  • Paid
  • Full Time
  • Senior (5-10 years) Experience
Job Description
Chief Photographer - WOWT

About WOWT:

WOWT is a modern facility equipped with state of the art technology, and with our leading broadcast news we provide award winning local news coverage, dedicated community service, and effective marketing solutions for area businesses. Omaha is one of the most progressive cities in the Midwest with a strong market supported by several national industries. The Omaha area boasts an array of top attractions that can't be matched, from the World Famous Henry Doorly Zoo, to the NCAA Men's College World Series. Omaha is popular for our downtown which is home to a revitalized riverfront and the Historic Old Market.

Job Summary/Description:

WOWT is looking for our next Chief Photographer. This position sets the standards for all news photographers to follow as far as the look, feel and creativity of the photography, which appears on the air. Is also a daily contributing member of the photo staff. Participates in the development and implementation of strategic news planning. Will assist in the purchase of photo equipment and supplies. Will also operate ENG vehicles and is responsible for arranging training on ENG for all news photographers.

Duties and responsibilities include, but not limited to:
* Photographing and editing news stories and news specials.
* Purchasing photo supplies and equipment, equipment upkeep.
* Overseeing implementation of news strategic plan as it pertains specifically to photographic style.
* Assisting in the interviewing and hiring of news photographers and videotape editors

Qualifications/Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree preferred in communication, journalism or photography related fields. But consideration would be given for prior experiences as a news photographer. Minimum educational requirement would be high school diploma plus some post secondary education.
• Prior television photography experience required for this position would be a minimum of 5 years as a news photographer.

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

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gpbp3x-216-73-216-202-42 in your application.

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Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional service in each market we serve. Gray owns and/or operates television stations and leading digital properties in 93 television markets including the first or second highest rated television station in 85 markets. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and better.