CHIEF VIDEOGRAPHER – KWCH

Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About KWCH:

KWCH/KSCW is the #1 news leader based in Wichita, Kansas. We have a dedicated team of anchors, reporters, photojournalists, producers, and production staff who enjoy telling the stories of our community.

Job Summary/Description:

KWCH – the top-rated, long-time news leader in Wichita, KS – is looking for a Chief Photographer to join our news team. You’ll be responsible for shooting and editing stories for on-air and online. This is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door of a television newsroom.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Work with the Assignments Manager to shoot videos of various events during the day
• Maintain camera/related equipment
• Troubleshoot camera issues
• Interview subjects at various events during the day

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Degree in Journalism or related field
• Reel of videography shot and edited by the applicant
• Worked in/around newsrooms
• Proficiency in video editing software

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on “apply now”, upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

KWCH-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.

Education

Preferred

• Bachelors or better in Journalism