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Photographer Editor Part-Time


Job Location:

Los Angeles, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 2 October 2026 (23 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 30 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

PHOTOGRAPHER / EDITOR

KTLA Channel 5 located in the heart of Hollywood California is looking for our next top performer. We require an experienced freelance per diem News Photographer and Live Truck Operator. This is a Union position and all new hires will be responsible for joining IATSE Local 600.

This role will be responsible for daily newsgathering and working with a reporter using their experience to shoot and edit video to tell a story of news events in a fair unbiased and accurate manner. They will edit material to match script prepared by reporter producer or associate producer using in-house or field locations as needed. The photographer will work with the reporter to get complete stories and suggest how a story should be produced. The Photographer will keep assigned equipment and/or vehicle in good working condition and file all required paperwork. Ability to set up live remotes to allow transmission of all forms of media feeds for live-from-the-scene reports back to the station.

Requirements:Minimum of five (5) years experience in News ENG Photography Editing and ENG/SNG live truck operation. Requires a valid California drivers license with a clean driving record as driving a news vehicle daily to and from stories is an essential part of the daily routine. Detail-oriented able to follow directions great attitude perform duties and make independent decisions under extreme pressure. This position will need to work Holidays Weekends Overnight Early Morning Late Evenings etc. This is a 24/7 news operation.

KTLA will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

News Photographer Responsibilities:

  • Shoots video for news reports
  • Confers with other personnel to discuss assignments logistics and shot requirements
  • Set up composes and executes video shoots
  • Maintains video equipment
  • Edits video clips for television broadcasts and media content
  • Operates live microwave and satellite trucks in remote situations
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements and Skill:

  • High school diploma
  • Proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Fluency in English
  • Excellent communication skills both oral and written
  • Minimum of five years experience operating video recording equipment
  • Proficiency with computers telephones copiers scanners fax machines and other office equipment
  • Ability to meet deadlines prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Flexibility to work any shift

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