Photographer

Job ID: 74170Job Views: 60Location: South Burlington, , United StatesZip Code: 05403Job Category: Television,Employment Type: Full time,Salary: $Posted: 05.17.2026Job DescriptionWPTZ/WNNE, the NBC affiliate in South Burlington, VT, is seeking a Local News Photographer who can capture the energy and emotion of stories in the field and bring them to life for our viewers. This position requires a creative visual storyteller with strong shooting and editing skills, a sharp eye for compelling video, and a passion for local news.In this role, you will spend much of your day in the field shooting news, editing packages, and executing dynamic live shots. You will also edit content for daily newscasts and work closely with reporters, producers, and newsroom staff to create high-quality visual journalism.The ideal candidate stays current with modern broadcast technology and production techniques, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and consistently demonstrates professionalism and strong journalistic standards. You should be a collaborative team player who represents the station positively both in the newsroom and in the community. This position reports to the Chief Photographer.ResponsibilitiesShooting and editing of VOs, VO-SOTs and packages for broadcast air and online postingsWork with the Assignment Desk and Reporters to cover daily storiesShoot on assigned professional camera equipmentEdit in Adobe Premiere and use ENG, SNG, and wireless data to feed completed work to the stationGather video and still pictures for digital platformsWork with reporters and producers to ensure the best content and facts are gatheredWork with producers to ensure their creative vision is accomplished with vivid video and natural soundCoordinate incoming video elements from crews in the fieldWork with catalog systems to save/store, record and locate necessary videoProduce and publish content to our online platformsOrganization and attention to gear/equipment maintenanceRequirementsTraining in the art of video photojournalismProfessional or college experience in a newsroomCarry up to 50 pounds of equipmentExperience with ENG trucksCan work in all weather conditionsHave a valid driver's license and a clean driving recordMust operate digital editing toolsMust have computer and software experience; knowledge of Adobe Premiere, Precis, and CNN platformsCan organize and prioritizeHave and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standardsCan deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast productionRelated military experience will be consideredIn-person attendance is requiredSalaryThe estimated base salary for this role is $42,000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as transferable skills, work experience, business needs, market demands and conditions, including geographic location where the work will be performed, and other factors permitted by law. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.Values in ActionAt Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.BenefitsHearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.Medical | Dental | Vision401(k) matchingEmotional Wellness SupportPaid Time OffPaid Parental LeaveLGBTQ+ Health ServicesAdditional benefits to meet your and your family's needsPowered by Journalismnext