CHIEF PHOTOGRAPHER - KTUU Job at Gray Television
About Gray Television:
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About KTUU:
KTUU-TV is an NBC-affiliated television station based in Anchorage, Alaska. KTUU-TV’s early beginnings date back to 1953. Over the ensuing decades, the station has built a reputation of excellence as Alaska's most watched news source, producing 32 hours of news and sports content each week on television. Online, AlaskasNewSource.com has become a digital news leader, and our mobile News and Weather applications are on the leading edge of mobile journalism in Alaska. Strong reach and brand loyalty are augmented by added distribution to the state's capital and more than 244 rural communities throughout Alaska. KTUU-TV also operates KYES, Channel 5.
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Job Summary/Description:
Alaska's News Source is looking for a Chief Photographer with proven management experience to assist with the mentorship and supervision of our photojournalist staff, photography gear, vehicles, and broadband equipment. The Chief Photographer is also responsible for shooting and editing video/sound for broadcast, digital and social media platforms on a daily basis. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, a strong desire to develop the visual storytelling capabilities of our staff, a proven record of producing award-winning content and teams, and energized daily by a high-paced news environment.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Responsible for the supervision and training of photojournalist staff
- Maintenance of all photography gear, broadband/bonded cellular live devices (Dejero, LiveU or simlar)
- Responsible for shooting and editing video and sound for broadcast and publication on all of the station's multimedia platforms.
- Must display a high competence and proven skillset in videography and video editing, including journalistic and ethical integrity
- Must be capable of gathering news independently or as part of a team
- Driving a company vehicle and/or operating station's microwave van, as assigned
- Posting content on station's digital platforms and editing digital video
- Regular travel as assigned for news coverage
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:
- 5+ years experience as a videographer and video editor (previous experience as a Chief Photographer preferred)
- Must hold a valid driver's license and a good driving record
- Must be willing to work flexible hours and a variety of shifts including but not limited to mornings, afternoons, late nights, holidays, weekends and possible overtime hours
- Meet tight deadlines and work well under pressure
- Must have the desire to be at work during big breaking news, weather coverage, and special events
- Must be able to stand, sit, lift/carry up to 50 lbs. and capable of working in all outdoor elements, as assigned
Qualified, interested applicants may 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
KTUU-TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
As a condition of employment, Gray Television will require that newly hired employees, whether part-time or full-time, be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus by the first workday to the extent permitted by applicable law unless you qualify for a medical or religious accommodation.
Experience
Required- 5 year(s): videographer and video editor (previous experience as a Chief Photographer preferred)
Licenses & Certifications
Required- Drivers License
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