Visual Storyteller

The Tallahassee Democrat part of theUSA TODAY Network is seeking a Visual Storyteller to lead compelling photo and video journalism that brings to life the biggest stories in Floridas capital is a high-energy digital-first role focused on capturing and producing visual content from breaking news and community moments to enterprise storytelling that engages audiences across looking for a creative fast-moving journalist who can tell powerful stories through images video and emerging formats with a strong sense of urgency and an eye for what resonates with digital youll doCapture and produce compelling visual journalism including photography video and short-form social contentCover breaking news and major events delivering visuals quickly to support real-time reportingTell people-first stories visually focusing on the impact of news on local communitiesEdit and publish multimedia content optimized for digital mobile and social platformsUse analytics and audience insights to guide visual storytelling decisions and improve engagementCollaborate with reporters and editors to develop multimedia storytelling plans for daily and enterprise coverageIdentify and pursue visual opportunities around trending topics and high-interest storiesProduce video-first journalism including vertical video explainers and live coverage formatsEnsure all work reflects accuracy context and journalistic integrityMaintain equipment and stay current on emerging storytelling tools and techniquesWhat were looking forA digitally savvy visual journalist with strong photography and video skillsAbility to work quickly under deadline while maintaining high-quality standardsExperience editing video and photos for web mobile and social platformsUnderstanding of audience behavior SEO and social media trendsStrong storytelling instincts with a people-centered approachAbility to juggle breaking news daily assignments and enterprise projects simultaneouslyFamiliarity with analytics tools and social listening to identify visual opportunitiesA collaborative mindset and ability to work across teamsBachelors degree in journalism multimedia or related field (or equivalent experience)2 years of professional experience preferredWhat sets this role apartYoull document life in Floridas capital city where breaking news politics weather and community stories intersect help expand the Democrats reach through video social and emerging formatsYoull partner with one of the top photojournalists in the nation and be part of a networked award-winning newsroom collaborating across the USA TODAY Network on statewide and national storiesThe missionAt the Tallahassee Democrat and the USA TODAY Network we inform connect and empower communities through journalism that meets audiences where they a Visual Storyteller youll play a key role in that mission: Delivering powerful engaging visuals that help audiences understand and connect with the To Apply:We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply dont limit your upload to a resume; show us what youve done. To do so put together a single document file that includes the following in this order:Your resume one to two pages.A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the to 3-6 online samples of your work. Show us what youve produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.#Newsgnt#LI-CB1