What are the responsibilities and job description for the SENIOR PHOTOJOURNALIST - WCSC position at Gray Local Media, Inc?
Gray Media:
Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WCSC:
Would you like to work for the #1 station in a city consistently named by T L as one of the best cities in the world? WCSC in Charleston, South Carolina has been the dominant #1 station in the market since sign-on in 1953. The world-famous food scene, high-tech growth, and hot real estate make Charleston one of the fastest-growing metro areas in the country. Manufacturing jobs at Boeing, Mercedes, and Volvo and the world-class medical community continue to make the Lowcountry a destination market. WCSC Live 5 is committed to serving the Lowcountry with breaking news, weather, and investigative journalism and is the most recognized and awarded news team in the market. Learn more about WCSC Live 5 at Live5News.com
Job Summary/Description:
WCSC is looking for a Senior Photojournalist to join our award-winning news team. We are looking for a candidate who excels in shooting and editing video, as well as someone who can assist with quality control and mentoring young videographers. The position includes solo work as well as working with reporters and anchors on live shots, investigative content, and special projects.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Shooting and editing video solo or with a reporter
- Gathering information on the scene
- Setting up and operating live shots solo or with a reporter
- Become ENG and SNG certified
- Become Drone certified
- Maintain a role in training MMJs and photographers on cameras, related gear, and LiveUs
- Monitor photographer & MMJ performance in videography, editing, and live-shot quality, and give feedback
- Ability to fill in on other shifts as needed, including weekends.
- Other duties assigned as needed.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Shooting at commercial television station experience preferred
- Satellite truck operation experience preferred
- Valid Driver's license and good driving record required
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
WCSC-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.
