About the role
Gulf Coast News located in Fort Myers, FL has an opening for a Local News Photographer . We are looking for a photographer with the ability to capture the essence of what is happening in the field and bring it vividly into the homes of our viewers. You will spend several hours each day in the field shooting, editing and executing creative live shots. You will also edit for newscasts. The ideal candidate is up to date on modern aspects of the medium, has an excellent eye for video, works well with others and always represents the station with the highest journalistic standards and professionalism. You will work with and report to the Chief Photographer. Responsibilities Shoot and edit VOs, VO-SOTs and packages for broadcast and online platforms. Work with the assignment desk and reporters to cover daily stories. Shoot on assigned professional camera equipment. Edit in Adobe Premiere and use ENG, SNG and wireless data to feed completed work to the station. Gather video and still pictures for digital platforms. Work with reporters and producers to ensure the best content and facts are gathered. Work with producers to accomplish their creative vision through vivid video and natural sound. Coordinate incoming video elements from crews in the field. Work with catalog systems to save, store, record and locate necessary video. Produce and publish content to online platforms. Maintain organization and ensure proper care and maintenance of gear and equipment. Requirements Training in the art of video photojournalism. Professional or college experience in a newsroom. Ability to carry up to 50 pounds of equipment. Experience with ENG trucks. Ability to work in all weather conditions. Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record. Ability to operate digital editing tools. Computer and software experience, including knowledge of Adobe Premiere, Precis and CNN platforms. Strong organizational and prioritization skills. Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards. Ability to manage the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production. Related military experience will be considered. Values in Action At Hearst Television, we tell stories every day about people of all backgrounds, perspectives and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate and connected to the communities we serve. Benefits Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse, partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits. Medical | Dental | Vision 401(k) matching Emotional wellness support Paid time off Paid parental leave LGBTQ+ health services Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs