Photojournalist; Manatee County - Tampa Bay - Spectrum Bay News

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Photojournalist will work with a team of journalists to shoot and edit material for newscasts. It will elevate stories by incorporating footage with fresh angles, lighting, and points of view. The role is part of a collaborative team that creates compelling, timely, and accurate content to connect with viewers across traditional and digital platforms.

• Working both independently and alongside a supportive team
• Using the latest technology to tell character‑driven stories
• Connecting with neighbors to capture footage at local events
• Telling stories across platforms including TV, connected television, and digital

As part of Spectrum News, you are creative, highly technical, and ready to bring your community’s stories to life in our newsroom. You value accuracy and want to leverage your curiosity and storytelling abilities to share inspiring news across multiple platforms. Each day is fast‑paced in a constantly evolving work environment with new stories to tell and perspectives to uncover. If you are a nimble, passionate team player, you’ll find a home on our team.

• Experience
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  Shooting and editing television news footage – 5+ years
• Education
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  Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field, or comparable television work experience
• Technical Skills
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  Operation of ENG/SNG/Satellite vehicles and bonded cellular streaming
• Skills
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  Knowledge of how to clearly communicate solutions; ability to relate to populations and ages
• Abilities
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  Positive attitude and eagerness to solve problems, lifting and carrying up to 100 pounds, ability to distinguish colors and discern sounds
• Travel Ability
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  Must be open to travel to discover the important stories in your neighborhood and willing to interact with the community
• Schedule
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  Ability to work different shifts, be flexible with schedule changes and able to cover stand‑by responsibilities when assigned
• Valid driver's license for authorized driving in the state of residence

• DSNG experience

• Works inside in a climate‑controlled environment and outside throughout the year and may be subjected to various weather conditions that could include extreme heat or cold conditions
• Drives company vehicle to and from different locations in a safe manner by obeying all traffic laws

A qualified applicant’s criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.

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