Photographer Iii, Chief

WesternSlopeNow Com Nexstar Broadcasting Inc

Knoxville, TN, United States
On-site
Manage news photojournalist team
Maintain photography technology and equipment
Train and coach staff
The Chief Photographer position at WesternSlopeNow, a part of Nexstar Broadcasting Inc, involves overseeing the news photojournalist team, managing operations, and maintaining photography technology and equipment. The role requires strong leadership, technical skills, and extensive experience in a broadcasting environment

Job Summary

  • The Chief Photographer oversees the day-to-day operations of the news photojournalist team which includes news photographers/editors and MMJs.
  • The Chief Photographer is also responsible for the maintenance of all photography technology and equipment at the station.
  • Manages staff of news photographers/editors, plans and manages staffing, training, and performance evaluations for the photographers.

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The Chief Photographer position at WesternSlopeNow, a part of Nexstar Broadcasting Inc, involves overseeing the news photojournalist team, managing operations, and maintaining photography technology and equipment. The role requires strong leadership, technical skills, and extensive experience in a broadcasting environment.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Manage news photojournalist team
  • Maintain photography technology and equipment
  • Train and coach staff
  • Assign projects and ensure standards
  • Perform photographer duties
  • Plan photography for live news

Nice-to-have

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Proficiency with office equipment
  • Strong PC/MS Office experience

Key Requirements

  • Minimum five years' experience as a photographer
  • At least three years' experience in a leadership role
  • Technical degree or equivalent experience
  • Valid driver's license

Work Rights

Not specified

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