Photographer Iii, Chief

KLFY LLC

Knoxville, TN, United States
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News photojournalist team operations
Photography technology maintenance
Staff training and coaching
** KLFY LLC is seeking a Chief Photographer to oversee their news photojournalist team in Knoxville, TN. The role involves managing daily operations, maintaining photography equipment, and ensuring high-quality visual content for news broadcasts. **

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.
  • Plans and manages staffing, training, and performance evaluations for the photographers, making decisions regarding hiring, evaluation, and promotion of employees.

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** KLFY LLC is seeking a Chief Photographer to oversee their news photojournalist team in Knoxville, TN. The role involves managing daily operations, maintaining photography equipment, and ensuring high-quality visual content for news broadcasts. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • news photojournalist team operations
  • photography technology maintenance
  • staff training and coaching
  • assigning projects and ensuring standards
  • live news and station remotes planning
  • video recording equipment evaluation

Nice-to-have

  • motivating subordinates
  • setting performance standards
  • identifying developmental needs
  • meeting deadlines and prioritizing tasks

Key Requirements

  • Minimum five years' experience as a photographer
  • At least three years' experience in a leadership role
  • Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record

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