Temporary Photographer
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Job Summary
TEGNA Inc. helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets TEGNA reaches more than100 million people monthly across the web mobile apps streaming and linear television. Together we are building a sustainable future for local news.
WTSP the TEGNA-owned CBS affiliate serving the Tampa Bay area is looking for a passionate creative and driven Photographer to join our award-winning newsroom. We are seeking a visual storyteller who thrives in breaking news loves finding compelling moments and is committed to producing impactful journalism across broadcast streaming and digital platforms.
The ideal candidate is more than a skilled photographerthey are a storyteller who understands how powerful video sound and emotion connect with audiences. Youll work alongside reporters producers and newsroom leaders to cover everything from major breaking news and severe weather to investigations enterprise stories sports and the unique people and places that make Tampa Bay one of the nations most dynamic communities.
Responsibilities
- Shoot and edit compelling video for daily news coverage and digital platforms.
- Work independently or with reporters to develop strong visual storytelling.
- Respond quickly to breaking news and severe weather while producing accurate high-quality content under deadline.
- Capture creative video natural sound and interviews that elevate storytelling.
- Operate live transmission equipment including bonded cellular technology and other field production tools.
- Produce content for television streaming social media and digital platforms.
- Maintain assigned news vehicles and photography equipment.
- Collaborate with newsroom staff to generate story ideas and execute daily editorial priorities.
- Demonstrate sound news judgment professionalism and strong ethical standards in the field.
Requirements:
- Experience as a television news photographer and editor preferred.
- Strong non-linear editing skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours including early mornings evenings weekends holidays and extended hours during breaking news or severe weather.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to lift and carry professional camera equipment and work in a variety of outdoor conditions.
- Valid drivers license with a clean driving record.
What Were Looking For
The successful candidate is audience-focused curious and passionate about visual journalism. They understand the importance of speed without sacrificing accuracy and are energized by covering the stories that matter most to our community. Whether chasing breaking news documenting the aftermath of a hurricane or capturing the everyday moments that define Tampa Bay youll play a critical role in delivering journalism that informs connects and empowers our audience.
At WTSP we live TEGNAs values every day; we Demand the Truth Work Smarter Do the Right Thing and Win Together. If youre passionate about great storytelling and making an impact in your community wed love to hear from you.
TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.
Our 401(k) program offers full part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNAs 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.
Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctors appointments with a physician through Teladoc and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.
TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.
* Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.
EEO statement:
TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We areproud to be an equal opportunity employer hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race color religion national origin sex gender age marital status personal appearance sexual orientation gender identity or expression family responsibilities disability medical condition enrollment in college or vocational school political affiliation military or veteran status citizenship status genetic information or any other basis protected by federal state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilitiesin accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application please email
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