KCCI-TV, the CBS affiliate in Des Moines, IA is looking for a Chief Photographer with the ability to capture the essence of what's happening in the field, and then bring it vividly into the homes of our viewers. As Chief Photographer, you have excellent video storytelling and editing skills at all levels and the highest journalistic standards. In this leadership role, you will be a mentor to your staff, and you must also be technically up-to-date on the most modern aspects of the television medium for training purposes. You will report to the News Director.
Responsibilities
Train, manage, evaluate and help develop a team of video journalists
Manage news gathering equipment and fleet of vehicles
Shoot and edit VOs, VO-SOTs and packages for Broadcast Air and Online postings
Ensure our look and sound are among the best in the market
Collaborate with the Assignment Desk and work with Reporters to cover daily stories
Gather video and still pictures to further enhance coverage on our digital platforms
Work with reporters and producers to ensure the best content and facts are gathered
Work with producers to ensure their creative vision is accomplished with vivid video and natural sound
Coordinate incoming video elements from crews in the field
Oversee video library and support archive digitization
Will produce and publish content to our online platforms
Requirements
Prior management experience required
Previous newsroom experience required
Excellent managerial skills
Carry up to 50 pounds of equipment
Efficient operation on ENG trucks and all news gathering equipment
Can work in all weather conditions
Can operate large vehicles, must have a valid driver's license and a near-perfect driving record
Operate digital editing tools, including Adobe editing software
Can organize and prioritize
Related military experience will be considered
In-person attendance will be required
Diversity Statement
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of 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 or 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
About Us
Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
Industries
Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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