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Sports Photographer
Tribune Company
Seattle, WA, United States
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Overview
Q13 FOX News (KCPQ/KZJO-TV Seattle) is seeking a full time Sports Photojournalist to take a leading part in our team approach to maximizing our exclusive access to our business partner NFL Seattle Seahawks, MLS Seattle Sounders FC, WNBA Seattle Storm and the University of Washington Huskies. Qualified candidate must be able to go beyond shooting game action and highlights and tell uniquely visual stories on and off the field of play with those business partners and other sports organizations, such as the MLB Seattle Mariners and a future NHL franchise.
The creative visual storyteller and sports journalist must have at least 3 years’ experience as a sports photographer/editor. Applicants must be broad minded about their contributions to a fast-paced team environment. Demonstrate creativity, communication, organization, initiative, and have a working knowledge of field cameras, non-linear editing and ENG units. Strong newsroom leadership and inter-personal skills a necessary plus.
Responsibilities
Primary duties include shooting and editing sports packages/segments in the greater Seattle region and traveling throughout North America to provide live coverage at sporting events. This position is responsible, at times, for gathering information and obtaining on-camera interviews as required. Setting up Dejero, microwave and satellite units and shooting live remotes as required. Must be able to master Sony full size ENG cameras and Final Cut Pro X.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package.
Qualifications
• College degree or equivalent related experience is required.
• Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Must be able to travel to out of town assignments and have the ability to on occasion travel international.
• Majority of travel is during the NFL season. Plan on 10-15 out of town trips a year.
• Applicants must possess the ability to work well under pressure and work well with others, including key business partners.
• The ability to be a self-starter and to handle constant and last-minute changes is critical.
• Strong organizational and logistical skills are a must.
• Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends.
Company Info
Tribune Media Company (NYSE: TRCO) is home to a diverse portfolio of television and digital properties driven by quality news, entertainment, and sports programming. Tribune Media is comprised of Tribune Broadcasting's 42 owned or operated local television stations reaching more than 50 million households, national entertainment network WGN America, whose reach is approaching 80 million households, Tribune Studios, and a variety of digital applications and websites commanding 60 million monthly unique visitors online. Tribune Media also includes Chicago's WGN-AM and the national multicast networks Antenna TV and THIS TV. Additionally, the Company owns and manages a significant number of real estate properties across the U.S. and holds a variety of investments, including a 31% equity interest in TV Food Network and a 32% equity interest in CareerBuilder.