News Photographer, CBS News Texas

CBS News Texas (CBS Owned and Operated Station) is looking for a motivated and skilled photojournalist with a strong dedication to visual storytelling and excellent photography and editing skills! The ideal candidate is a creative and multi-skilled journalist who is eager to collaborate and contribute original ideas to produce compelling visual stories.

The News Photographer will be accountable for maintaining assigned equipment, including news vehicles, cameras, lights, laptop editors and peripheral gear, initiating repairs when necessary. Must be physically able to carry, shoulder and shoot with a broadcast ENG camera (25 lbs. or more), as well as carry support equipment (tripod, lights, microphones, etc.). The News Photographer is also able to respond to breaking news stories when the situation warrants.

Basic qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in a medium to large television market

• Non-linear editing experience and knowledge of file-based video transfer

• Must possess a valid driver's license and a good driving record

• Must be able to carry, shoulder, and shoot with camera equipment weighing 25+ lbs

Additional qualifications:

• Ability to operate live bonded cellular transmit units (Dejero, LiveU, etc.)

• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays

• Strong writing, editing, and social media skills

• Ability to communicate effectively, work under pressure and meet deadlines

• Enjoys contributing and collaborating in a team environment

• Stays up-to-date on technical advances and takes a creative approach to use of technology

• Knowledge of graphic design is a plus

• Drone operator license (FAA Part 107) is a plus

• Spanish language fluency is a plus

CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation’s #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS WITH NORAH O’DONNELL, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network,  CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations’ top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News’ streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in today’s digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.  

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $75000.0 - 90000.0. 

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.  The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable,  as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.   

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