Part-Time Photojournalist (Temporary)

The Los Angeles Times has a part-time, temporary opening for a talented and energetic photojournalist. The successful applicant will work closely with our award-winning photography team and editors to create the most effective visual display for print and digital platforms. The ideal candidate should have strong photography, journalism and visual storytelling skills. The applicant must be an excellent communicator and able to work well in a team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Cover a variety of assignments including breaking news, features, entertainment and sports
• Create high-end portraits as needed
• Work closely with supervisor/photo editors on a daily basis to enhance photojournalism skills
• Write accurate, thorough, error-free captions
• Generate and execute visual story ideas

Requirements:

• A minimum of five years of journalism experience
• Excellent photographic skills; can produce cover-worthy photos for every section of the paper
• Excellent studio and lighting skills
• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision
• Ability to work effectively under deadline pressures
• Excellent news judgment
• Strong problem-solving skills
• High level of professionalism and enthusiasm at all times
• Firm sense of journalistic ethics
• Thorough knowledge of current software and use of remote transmission and communication systems
• A good communicator and able to work well in a team environment
• Must have current driver’s license

This part-time, temporary position is expected to last six months and will be based in El Segundo, Calif. The photographer will work a Sunday-to-Wednesday schedule. Photojournalists must have a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle in good working condition, with suitable auto insurance coverage.

Qualified candidates should apply via the link and be sure to upload a resume, cover letter and work samples to Director of Photography Kim Chapin.

The L.A. Times is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We actively work to create an inclusive environment where all of our employees can thrive. Explore our company history, achievement, values, mission and more on our career site.
The pay scale the Company reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of the posting is $39.10 to $44.98 and takes into account a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, experience, training, licenses, certifications, and other business or organizational needs. Compensation will be determined based on the above factors along with the requirements of the position. At the L.A. Times, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role. Please visit our career site to view the benefits available to our employees.

The Company is a mandatory vaccination employer for COVID-19 and its variants. The Company requires that its employees be fully vaccinated as of their start date. If you require a medical or religious accommodation, we will engage in the interactive process with you. Proof of vaccination will be required prior to start. If we make you an offer and you are not yet vaccinated, we will accommodate a delay in start date.