Top 3 Photojournalist Jobs in Oklahoma City Ok

KWTV Photojournalist
Griffin Media —Oklahoma City, OK
- Full-time
- English
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
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KWTV Multimedia Journalist
Griffin Media —Oklahoma City, OK
- Full-time
- English
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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KWTV Helicopter Video Journalist
Griffin Media —Oklahoma City, OK
- Full-time
- English
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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KWTV Photojournalist

Griffin Media -
Oklahoma City, OK

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Photography
DSLR cameras
Visual storytelling
Professional ethics
Journalism
English
Driver's License
Broadcast cameras
News broadcast videography
Driving
Television broadcast editing
Journalism
Technical Proficiency

Full Job Description

A Photojournalist at News 9 helps drive the Ideal Team Player culture.

Job Summary: As a Photojournalist you will shoot and edit videos of news, sports, and special features displaying awareness of the elements of good, compelling photojournalism. You will produce videos for television, station websites, and social media. This position requires a keen eye for detail, strong technical skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced news environment. Photojournalists work creatively with all reporters and producers to package news stories for broadcast.

Job Responsibilities:

Record sound and pictures on video for broadcasts and all digital platforms, displaying awareness of the elements of good photojournalism and employing keen lighting skills.
Shoot, edit, and produce high-quality, engaging, and impactful visual content to accompany news stories and feature segments.
Apply editing skills for stories. Organize video for broadcasting and all digital platforms. Avoid potential technical problems. Work with other departments to ensure smooth presentation.
Stay in contact with Assignment Desk throughout shift. Coordinate with Assignment Desk and Reporter; communicate ideas for specific story assignments.
Collaborate with colleagues across departments, including reporters, producers, editors, and news directors to ensure cohesive and comprehensive breaking news, events, and feature stories.
Maintain awareness of current events, technology, and terminology.
Adhere to journalistic ethics and standards, including accuracy, fairness, and objectivity in all aspects of news gathering and reporting.
Maintains operational status of assigned equipment.
Prioritize safety protocols while covering assignments in the field, including adherence to safety guidelines and procedures.
Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in responding to changing news events, deadlines, and priorities.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned, including driving an automobile for company business.

Job Schedule: This is a full-time position primarily working 40 hours per week. You may also be called upon at times to fill in other hours and days of the week to help cover vacations, illnesses, breaking news, severe weather, or special projects/events. This position is not eligible to work remotely.

Essential Qualities:

Humble: A habit of sharing successes, putting the team first, and working for the good of the team. A “we” not “me” attitude. The ability to give and receive constructive criticism. Observe and employ the Golden Rule.
Hungry: Exhibit a strong work ethic, drive, and willingness to take initiative.
Smart (People Smart): The virtue of being interpersonally smart about the interactions and relationships of those you encounter.
Positive Attitude: Exhibited by focusing on opportunities not problems, see the glass as half-full not half-empty.
Sense of Urgency: How we react and respond.

Skills and Requirements:

Minimum two years college or trade school with emphasis on Radio/TV or Journalism. Related experience will be evaluated by Company management and may be substituted based on two years of experience equals one year of education.
Minimum two years of news photography experience at a network affiliate.
Must be able to operate all editing and recording equipment. Knowledge of Avid non-linear editing preferred.
Willingness to adapt to ever changing technology and an evolving newsroom.
Ability to work well with others and a willingness to help others when the need arises in all aspects of newsgathering.
Ability to work with a reporter or alone in the field to capture the story under tight deadlines.
Creative and passionate storyteller with an understanding of the National Press Photographers Association philosophies and practices.
Proficiency in operating professional camera equipment, including DSLR cameras, video cameras, and accessories.
Familiarity with journalistic ethics, standards, and best practices.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Link of previous work sample required.
Must have, or be able to obtain, a valid Oklahoma driver’s license and have a driving record acceptable to the company.
Ability to perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Capable of handling the physical and mental requirements including:
- ability to verbally communicate in English
- ability to read computer monitor information (words and data)
- ability to hear detailed spoken word
- ability to remain sedentary and to travel to work location
- ability to perform manual dexterity tasks with hands, fingers
- ability to analyze data, concentrate, reason, and write
- ability to perform under emotional stress
- ability to lift 50 pounds unaided
- ability to work rotating shifts and be on 24-hour call

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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