ABC7 Los Angeles seeks a news photographer, KABC-TV

ABC7 Los Angeles is seeking experienced news photographers for staff employment.

The successful candidate:

• Will be a self-starter
• Creative storyteller
• Curious journalist
• A team player who works well under deadline pressure
• Is comfortable handling breaking news in the field with or without a reporter
• Can reliably deliver content in a timely manner for all platforms.
• Must have experience in daily newsgathering, live microwave truck operation, knowledge of broadband streaming devices such as Dejero, satellite operation, lighting, and field editing.
• Adobe Premiere experience preferred.
• A problem solver who has good news judgment, and can elevate a story or interview beyond what is assigned.
• Expected to be responsible for the proper care and use of all assigned equipment.
• Additional duties as necessary.

Schedule flexibility and willingness to work weekends, early mornings, late nights and holidays a must. Knowledge of Southern California a plus. Candidate should possess excellent interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities:

• Shoot and edit interviews and video, set up and execute live shots, meet daily deadlines
• Safely and efficiently operate news vans using microwave, satellite and broadband streaming technology
• Work collaboratively with reporter, desk, producers, writers, managers
• Proven ability to multi-task and thrive in a high-pressure news environment
• Ability to take story from concept to completion independently

Basic qualifications:

• Minimum 4 years of experience as a photographer in local news
• Must be experienced and proficient with a variety of professional quality cameras
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts: weekends, early mornings, late nights and holidays a must.

Preferred qualifications:

• Adobe Premiere proficiency
• Medium or large market experience
• Bilingual English/Spanish

Required education:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Additional info:

The pay rate for this NABET Union role in Glendale, California is $58.13.  The role also has potential for additional compensation for overtime and early morning or overnight shifts.  Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits.

Please apply online at www.abc7.com/jobs or send resume to:  ABC7 Los Angeles, Attn: HR, Dept. ENG/jjob 500 Circle Seven Drive, Glendale, CA 91201.

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