The Shreveport-Bossier Advocate seeks a photojournalist

The Shreveport-Bossier Advocate – part of the largest news organization in Louisiana — is seeking a photojournalist to lead the visual coverage of the community through photos and video. We’re looking for someone who is comfortable covering everything from breaking crime news and sports to food and politics in the Shreveport-Bossier City area and who can help manage freelance photographers.

The photojournalist will work as part of a team of 10 journalists to launch and produce a new, daily digital news product – including a website, daily newsletters, an app and social media platforms. We’re looking for a dynamic journalist who thrives in a startup environment and consistently seeks new ways to engage readers while upholding our standards of fairness and accuracy.

Job Responsibilities:

• Cover news visually through photos and video
• Create relationships with members of the community to develop sources
• Quickly post videos and photos online as appropriate
• Use social media and other digital tools to enhance and distribute visual reporting
• Manage freelance photographers
• Regularly review metrics on digital photo packages and video performance
• Meet all deadlines as requested by editors

Job Skills & Qualifications:

• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays
• A focus on producing meaningful and truthful visual coverage of the community
• Experience as a news photographer or intern
• Proficiency with digital publishing tools, including a web CMS and email newsletter publishing

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