News Photographer
ABC Owned TV Stations
Glendale, CAThis is a Full Time Job
KABC News Photographer
is seeking an experienced news photographer for staff employment. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, creative storyteller, and curious journalist. We are looking for a team player who works well under deadline pressure and is comfortable handling breaking news in the field with or without a reporter and can reliably deliver content in a timely manner for all platforms. Must have experience in daily newsgathering, live microwave truck operation, knowledge of broadband streaming devices such as Dejero, satellite operation, lighting, and field editing. Adobe Premiere experience required. We are looking for a problem solver who has good news judgment and can elevate a story or interview beyond what is assigned. Expected to be responsible for the proper care and use of all assigned equipment. Additional duties as necessary. Schedule flexibility and willingness to work breaking news, mornings, nights and holidays a must. Knowledge of Southern California a plus. You will be based in Glendale, CA. Candidate should possess excellent interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic.
Responsibilities:
• Shoot and edit interviews, B-roll, packages, set up and execute live shots, meet daily deadlines
• Safely and efficiently operate news vans using microwave, satellite and broadband streaming technology
• Work collaboratively with reporter, desk, producers, writers, managers
• Proven ability to multi-task and thrive in a high-pressure news environment
• Ability to take story from concept to completion independently
Basic Qualifications
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a photographer in local news
• Must be experienced and proficient with a variety of professional quality cameras
• Must be proficient with Adobe Premiere and news style editing.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience working as a News Photographer in a Top 25 television market
• Bilingual
Required Education
• High school diploma or equivalent
Additional info:
This position is covered under the NABET-CWA ABC Master Agreement.
Salary/Benefits
$65.22 /hour USD
The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors.
Benefits
• Medical, financial, and/or other benefits
Additional Information
ABC7 Los Angeles is a prominent television station that serves the Los Angeles area and is part of ABC Owned TV Stations, a group of television stations owned by the American Broadcasting Company (ABC), a subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company. The stations provide news, entertainment, and sports programming to viewers across the United States.
