Chief Photographer

Job Description

WPBF 25 News the Hearst-owned station in the West Palm Beach market has an immediate opening for a self-motivated individual who wants to win each day. We are seeking a Chief Photographer with the ability to capture the essence of what's happening in the field and then bring it vividly into the homes of our viewers. Exceptional organization, motivation, and management skills are critical. Superior video and editing skills, excellent time-management abilities, and effective communication style at all levels and the highest journalistic standards are necessary. The winning candidate is also tech-savvy and up to date on the most modern aspects of our medium. If you are quick acting, quicker thinking, and technically savvy, we want you working in our newsroom.

Job Responsibilities:
• Trains, manages, evaluates, and develops a team of photographers
• Shooting and editing of VOs, VO-SOTs, and packages for Broadcast Air and Online postings
• A team leader who ensures our look and sound are among the best in the market.
• Working with the Assignment Desk and Reporters to cover daily stories.
• Gathers video and still pictures for digital platforms
• Working with reporters and producers to ensure the best content and facts are gathered.
• Working with producers to ensure their creative vision is executed with vivid video and natural sound.
• Maintains our fleet of vehicles including scheduling maintenance
• In-person attendance is required

Experience Requirements:
• Previous newsroom experience required.
• Prior management experience preferred.

Qualifications Requirements:
• Excellent managerial skills
• Can easily carry up to 50 pounds of equipment
• Efficient operation on ENG trucks
• Can work in all weather conditions
• Can operate large vehicles, must have a valid driver's license and a near-perfect driving record
• Exceptional ability to operate digital editing tools
• Can organize and prioritize

Education:
• College degree in broadcast journalism, broadcast news, or related field
• Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Defense Information School (DINFOS) or other related military training and experience will be considered.

Additional Requirements:

As part of its continued efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees, Hearst Television requires that all newly hired employees be fully vaccinated (as defined by the CDC) against the coronavirus by the first day of employment as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by applicable law. HTV will consider requests for reasonable accommodations due to medical and/or religious reasons on an individual basis in accordance with applicable legal requirements.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d5k903-3-133-131-168-42 in your application.