What are the responsibilities and job description for the CHIEF PHOTOGRAPHER - KALB position at Gray Media?
About 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 KALB:
Louisiana. KALB-TV includes the powerhouse NBC which has dominated the market for nearly 60 years, CBS, and the CW.
Job Summary/Description:
KALB-TV has an immediate opening for a Chief Photographer position in Alexandria, LA. This is a rare opportunity to lead a team in a creative and innovative newsroom.
This is a working chief position including both managerial time and field photojournalism. We need someone with a creative eye, technical expertise, and a can-do attitude. You'll also need to understand the importance of visual composition, natural sound, and quality lighting. The successful candidate must be able to pass their knowledge along to the rest of the team through training. In addition to shooting news stories and training staff, our chief will manage our fleet, gear, and other operational duties as assigned.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Photojournalism storytelling
- Oversee video & editing training
- Help MMJs with live shots
- Manage fleet & gear
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in journalism and/or communications, or related field, or equivalent professional experience
- Proven experience as a video storyteller with strong camera and editing skills
- Experience with Edius and field gear preferred
- A demo reel is required
- Ability to prioritize and address multiple projects with varying production timelines
- Must be a great team builder and leader
- Must be a highly motivated self-starter, able to work well alone and as part of a team
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)
KALB-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.
Education
Preferred- Bachelors or better in Journalism or related field
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred- Drivers License
Behaviors
Preferred- Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
Motivations
Preferred- Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
